9 Beautiful Patio Design Ideas
For our money, thereās nothing better than lounging away a summer afternoon on your patio, or entertaining guests with a barbecue in the evening. Sometimes, people get caught up with interior design, forgetting that the exterior of their home can be the most beautiful and rewarding.
And thankfully, weāre based in Port Coquitlam in sunny British Columbia, where decks and patios can be enjoyed all year long (especially if you donāt mind installing an umbrella). Thatās why we help clients create the perfect patio to suit their needs and style, using frameless glass railings.
Weāre continually inspired by the patio and deck spaces we help our clients create. If you need a little inspiration, here are some gorgeous patio trends weāre loving right now.
Patio Design Idea #1: Get Plush and Cozy
Gone are the days of uncomfortable (and unattractive) plastic deck chairs for your patio or balcony. You want your outdoor space to be as inviting as possible, and plush, comfy patio furniture is definitely inviting.
Of course, you donāt want to spend tons of time cleaning, so go for easy-care furniture. And itās often a good idea to test out any furniture before purchasing – it may not be quite as cozy as it looks in the picture.
#2: Embrace Minimalism
Or, go the opposite route and embrace minimalism for your outdoor space, letting the surroundings and view do the talking. We love that our clients for this side-mount glass railing project kept the space open and flexible.
#3: Donāt Block The View
Like these two pictures from our clients illustrate, frameless glass is an incredibly beautiful (yet still practical) option for around patios, pools, balconies, verandas or any other area that you wish to enclose but where you do not want to impede the view.
Our railings are made of strong tempered glass which is durable and secure, and glass railings are also easy to clean. As such they are the perfect way to create an almost invisible, unobtrusive protective barrier. Itās just you and your view.
#4: Add A Fire Pit
Fire Pits are definitely having their moment, and with good reason. During the pandemic, weāve learned to make the most of small spaces and small moments. And an evening spent around the fire, especially with some sāmores thrown in, is good for the soul.
#5: Use Bold Colours
Maybe thereās ārulesā for interior design. But with exterior design, the sky’s truly the limit. Have fun! Be bold! Use this space to really get creative and express yourself.
And a note for anyone who may be sharing their patio space, one of the many great features of frameless glass railings is that they have no panels for pets or children to climb through.
#6: Try Mediterranean Vibes
Speaking of bright colours, how about a bright and beautiful Mediterranean blue? Bringing in playful Mediterranean vibes into your patio design is fresh and fun – and a lovely accompaniment to wine and tapas.
#7: Twinkling Lights
Especially in the summertime, we like to linger on our decks and balconies long into the evening. When the sun goes down, thereās nothing prettier than a string of twinkling lights to light your way.
#8: Dine Out
Think about how youāll be using your outdoor space, and design accordingly. So if youāre a family that likes eating outdoors, then go for it. Create an outdoor dining space thatās as beautiful as your kitchen table, and youāll be surprised how often you use it.
#9: Go Green
There are two great ways to āgo greenā for your balcony. The first way is to incorporate lots of potted plants and greenery, like our clients in Port Moody did here.
And of course the second way to green your balcony or patio is to choose environmentally friendly products in your design and construction. Thankfully, the glass we use in our design is 100% recyclable. In fact, itās one of the greenest construction materials because its basic component is silica (ie, sand) which is easily obtainable throughout the world.
We install stunning frameless glass railings in Metro Vancouver, Burnaby, Tri Cities, New Westminster, Richmond and Surrey. Without a doubt they are the best solution for open space interiors and perfect view exteriors.
Because ultimately, our favourite patio design is a no-handrail, no-bottom rail, frameless glass railing that lives up to your million dollar view. To learn more, contact us today, or visit our showroom.