Decor Tips For Large Patios

Having a large patio and outdoor setting is desirable and appealing, but it can bring about some unexpected design challenges. What is the best way to lay out a large space? What type of outdoor furniture is best? Should you favour an outdoor lounge setting, wicker furniture, garden furniture, or all of the above? How do you go about choosing the size of your outdoor furniture setting? The following are some key tips for decorating larger patio spaces:

Delineate Areas and Sections

A large patio space can be artfully divided into sections to meet your and your family’s needs and create a pleasing design. Consider creating a section for a dining area, sun lounge area, garden space, and lounge area complete with a plush outdoor lounge setting. Delineating sections can be done strictly with outdoor furniture placement or by using different patio paver looks for each section. You can even use potted plants, trellises or other landscaping effects to effectively create “rooms” or areas within a large outdoor expanse. The placement of lighting and pathways can also assist with delineating an outdoor space in artful and appealing ways.

Create an Outdoor Living Room

If you have the space, why not maximise it? Creating a large outdoor living room can allow you to have a whole extra room beyond just your home for entertaining guests or relaxing with your family. Comfort is key; choose design elements that make the space as appealing as possible. A large outdoor lounge setting and accents like potted trees, tables for setting snacks and drinks, and an outdoor fireplace can help to complete the look of your outdoor living room.Choose an outdoor furniture colour to accentuate your design.

Make Artful Use of Plants, Flowers, Trees and Foliage



Why not take advantage of the fact that you have a spacious outdoor setting and use plants, flowers and trees to make it beautiful? Artfully planted or placed greenery and flowers can help to divide the space and make the eye flow through it in a visually pleasing way. Alternate large and small plants to create an appealing visual flow; avoid spiny or spiky plants, as this can cause an agitated energy in the space and be potentially hazardous to guests.

Making the most of a large outdoor space takes planning and foresight, but you can make the most of a larger patio with these tips. Outdoor furniture can be both a focal point and an effective way to delineate and decorate a large outdoor space. Whether you’re looking for  sun lounges, pool furniture or just a few outdoor chairs, Outdoor Furniture Ideas has you covered with both traditional and contemporary wicker furniture. Check out the latest outdoor furniture sale for great deals on all types of patio and outdoor furniture.