4 Elements to Consider When Planning a Patio Design in Upper Arlington and Dublin, OH
Deciding on your idea of the perfect Upper Arlington and Dublin, OH, patio design can feel daunting at first, but it can be a truly fun process. By focusing on specific landscape elements that will make your outdoor space amazing, you are more likely to find the renovation and the final results enjoyable. Consider adding these features to your new patio for more beauty and usable space in your backyard.
Patio Shape Ideas
The shape of your new patio can be square, rectangular, circular, or custom. Your landscapers can help you determine the ideal size and shape for the patio depending on the available outdoor space.
It could be that your backyard terrain will heavily influence the design of your patio. When the land is sloping or uneven, you might consider a multi-level patio. If your yard is relatively flat, the options are vast for the design and construction of a patio.
Shade Structures
You may not want to underestimate the power of having shade on your patio. The right shade structure can allow you to enjoy this outdoor space on hot summer afternoons when you still want to be outdoors.
A pergola, for example, can sit at the corner of the patio to offer dappled shade while the open sides allow the breeze to filter through. Built of sturdy wood posts and topped with wood beams, a pergola can offer the perfect spot to place comfortable outdoor furniture or a bed swing. Your landscaper can add lighting and fans to the pergola for extended use.
When you want to shade and cover from the elements, a full gable roof can look beautiful covering that spot in the patio. The advantage to a roof covering can be that you are not subject to the weather when you want to enjoy your patio space. This shade structure can also boast ceiling fans and lighting.
Fire Pit or Outdoor Fireplace
Plan for a warm, enticing fire pit or outdoor fireplace to be part of your landscape design. The draw of fire never disappoints, and knowing that a fire pit or fireplace is awaiting you at the end of a long day can lift your mood. Either fire feature can elevate your patio into an oasis.
A fire pit can be nestled at the edge of the patio or take center stage in the middle of the space. Crafted of a stone-like material to match or closely match the look of your patio pavers, a fire pit can burn either wood or gas for an ambient addition to your outdoor space. When you have comfortable chairs surrounding the fire pit, this can be the place for late-night conversations or quiet contemplation.
A fireplace can anchor your entire outdoor patio as a central focal point. The size of the fireplace can match the space—an expansive patio can hold an oversize fireplace with a deep, wide hearth for extra seating near the fire, while a smaller patio can be home to a fireplace that has perfect charm and character. Like fire pits, fireplaces can burn either wood or gas, depending on your preference.
Landscape Lighting
Illuminating your patio can add so much more useful to the space. Your landscapers can automate the lighting for effortless illumination or you can control it with a touch of your smartphone. The beauty of your patio can be unmatched as dusk falls and the soft glow of landscape lighting begins to shine, allowing you to remain outdoors long into the night to finish the day under the stars.
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About the Author
In 2017, David C. Ludolph II and Kody G. Kavanagh joined forces to create PropertyWorx—one of Central Ohio’s leading full-service property solutions companies. With combined experience of over 50 years, we pride ourselves on taking both residential and commercial properties to the next level, by providing home and business owners with all they need to update, transform, and tend to their properties.
