19 Easy Ways to Make Your Patio Look 10x Better

Making the most of our backyard is always the goal. From family time to play time to party time, we’re always looking for ways to make our outdoor space as cool as possible. And really, there’s no better place to start than the patio. Afterall, it’s the first stop on your way out the backdoor, and, of course, it’s functional. So functional, in fact, that it’s easy to neglect this area and let it become a catch-all for all things outdoors. With these 19 patio ideas, though, we’re bringing in a little extra form to that function.

These patio ideas are almost year-round must-haves (depending on your location), and you can add and swap out different elements depending on the season, too. They’re also really fast ways to give your space a glow-up with minimal effort and maximum impact. Your humble patio is about to become a little slice of backyard paradise.

Patio Lighting

 

Planters & Greenery

 

Patio Decor

 

Functional Additions

 

Small Furniture

 

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