These tiny-but-mighty spaces are giving us major inspiration.
Even if your patio area is limited, your design style can still be splendid.
Think beyond just container gardens too.
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It’s right off the kitchen, making it an excellent spot for overflow when entertaining.
Extend your next dinner party outdoors to enjoy its beautiful ambiance on temperate nights.
Party For Two
A consistent color scheme keeps this porch from being busy.
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Two wicker chairs and a simple vintage table perfectly suit the space for a party of two.
End the day in this serene spot, or start the morning with a cup of coffee or tea.
These textures warm up the area, specifically when you include cozy blankets and soft pillows.
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Add Permanent Pavers
This patio was previously a rickety deck but transformed into a beautiful dining space.
The permanent pavers add a personal touch to any outdoor area through distinctive layouts and textures.
An established dining space can also include an outdoor grill or fire pit to roast marshmallows.
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Construct Utility Space
Think outside the box.
This small patio is used as a beautiful utility space thanks to a stunning galvanized sink.
Coastal blues and plants add a cottage charm to this open space.
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Retreat To A Swing
All a Texas farmhouse porch needs is a swing and a small bench.
Southern patios become instantly idyllic once you add this quintessential, inviting feature.
A screened-in porch or patio makes year-round outdoor entertaining even more effortless.
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A loggia, a room with one or more open sides, creates an ideal indoor-outdoor living experience.
Increasing your entertaining, dining, and socializing options is always a bonus.
Create Something Simple
This deck keeps things simple.
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Two Adirondack chairs are all you need when the views are this good.
Remove the clutter, and relax on your outdoor patio or porch.
Latticed Porch
The designer enclosed the home’s entrance with white latticework to create a cozy porch.
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Two small garden benches on either side of the door make the perfect spot for sitting.
This ornamental framework adds character to your house with minimal updating.
Add Plenty Of Seating
Duelingporch swingsprovide plenty of seating.
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The wide front steps can also work as a place to perch in a pinch.
Everyone will want to stop by for a chat when the resting spot is this comfortable.
Arrange furniture to facilitate a conversation and add a bar cart for convenience.
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Layering in an outdoor rug can help people feel even more at home.
Embrace The Woods
Use nature as your guide when designing an outdoor space.
You don’t need cabin decor if you have mountains or a lush forest as your backdrop.
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Embrace the perfectly designed scenery as is.
Prepare To Host
You canmove the party to your porchwith enough seating for your whole family.
Throw blankets and pillows accent the space and turn it into an outdoor living room.
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Take advantage of seasonal weather to hostholidays or special occasionsbeyond the interior footprint of your home.
Life’s stresses seem to slow down with the rhythmic motion of a rocking chair.
A rocking chair is all you need when creating an inviting and relaxing patio.
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Rather than opting for solid furniture, the light rattan complements the setting.
Cherish Rustic Dining
Outdoor dining can be an elegant affair, even on rustic patios.
Addingstring lightsor candles will add a romantic aura.
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Opt for a large table to host outdoor dinner parties if your space allows it.
Build In Interest
Small porches meet container gardens.
Plenty of plants create a calming scene and offer seclusion when having those ever-important chats with friends.
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Adding decor to an outdoor space also increases privacy without being completely closed off from your surroundings.
Tuck them away when needed and easily reassemble them in a pinch for surprise company.
The temporary dining station is ideal for small spaces because it can transition to become whatever you need.
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Incorporate Some Botanicals
Let your porch accentuate the natural colors seen around your home.
Surrounding yourself with plants and flowers creates a more relaxing environment.
Salvage Brick Spaces
A bed swing provides plenty of seating on this brick porch.
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Using tucked-away spaces for patios is a great way to make a big impact with little room.
Tuck a chair in the corner for your gardening oasis.
An herb container garden adjacent to the kitchen keeps fresh ingredients just a step away.
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Outside your porch, add bushes that will grow tall for additional privacy.
A painted ceiling makes the room even cozier while reflecting the natural surroundings.
The overhead lighting brightens the space so you might enjoy it well into the night.
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Finish the look with antique planters and a rocking chair.
Find Flexible Solutions
Utilize furniture wisely to create a multi-use space.
The sleeping porch is typically located at the house’s corners to provide as much cross-breeze as possible.
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