How to Decorate an Enclosed Patio
Enclosed patios are an extension of the home to use for year-round entertaining or nights when you want to relax and unwind with a good book. Think about creating a theme to a patio like Mediterranean or tropical and decorative accordingly. Choose favorite plants and small trees that fit the space to add color and texture. When planning the design, think about how all pieces tie in together to create one unified design. No matter how small or large, adding your own decorative touches helps create your own one-of-a-kind space. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Plants
- Plant containers
- Patio furniture
- Outdoor rug
- Pillows
- Accent table
- Decorative accessories
- Curtains
Instructions
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Select a decorative patio style that best complements the home and surrounding gardens. Stick to those elements and colors that make you happy to create a patio you'll enjoy year-round.
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Infuse the patio with plants and flowers that are appropriate for shade or sunlight, depending upon the location of the patio. Use different types of plant containers like clay or concrete pots, tiered plant stands and hanging baskets.
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Choose plants that create bursts of color and vibrancy to the space, like ferns, ficus and caladium. Create a collection of plants like violets or orchids for a focal point to the patio.
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Add patio furniture to create a space for outdoor dining and living. Nestle a pair of Adirondack chairs in one corner to create an area for reading and relaxing. Choose pieces of furniture that are comfortable and fit your style.
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Tie the space together while adding color with an oversized outdoor decorative rug. Choose a rug that's durable to handle daily wear and tear.
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Add oversized pillows along the rug for added seating. Nestle an accent table nearby for resting drinks on.
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Infuse the space with decorative accessories like a trickling water fountain or small sculptures. String up outdoor lights or suspend a set of paper lanterns to add a soft glow at night.
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Hang curtains around the enclosed patio to create privacy and intimacy, especially at night. Choose sheer curtains for a light, elegant effect or heavier curtains of cotton or linen for a more private patio.
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Tips & Warnings
Take your time decorating the enclosed patio and have fun adding or taking away elements as you go along. Rearrange the patio every so often for a fresh perspective an new design.
