5 Beautiful Patio Designs Around Trees

October 18, 2013November 4, 2014 dotcomwomen

Have you ever visited a home and ventured into the back yard and felt less than impressed by the design? You’re not the only person who has had this experience, and there’s something you can do about it. Try to incorporate trees in the backyard into your patio design. There are numerous designs that may be helpful for this purpose. Let’s take a look at five impressive designs that use trees to increase the visual appeal of your home and patio.

1. Patio Designed for an Italian Piazza

Mediterranean Style Patio Designed for an Italian Piazza

Mediterranean Exterior by San Jose Architects & Designers Noel Cross+Architects

If you have a Mediterranean villa styled home that is well-lit with strings of lights and lots of trees, it may be best to capitalize on these features to make a beautiful display. A mature tree is hard to part with, and you can make the space seamless by just adding a few simple designs around the tree to improve the appearance of the home.

One design requires building a rectangular wood-based frame around the tree and filling the interior with pebbles to add to the visual appeal. Wood chips are also popular but fade over time. Thus, pebbles provide more of a visual appeal and can present a zen-like effect. This type of design works best with mature trees with large trunks that would require a professional to properly remove.

2. Patios Designed for Multiple Trees Protruding Through the Patio

Traditional Patio by Richmond Media & Bloggers Bright Bold and Beautiful

Thomas Church is phenomenal for designing patios that will accommodate multiple trees through the patio deck. Most of his designs feature circular openings around multiple tree trunks. The deck design usually consists of five or more wood planks forming a square positioned at a 90 degree angle with another set of five or more wood planks forming a square. The design is intriguing and can be a great addition to a home.

3. Hexagonal Patio Design

Mediterranean Patio by Scottsdale Design-Build Firms Fratantoni Luxury Estates

Many designers may use a hexagonal design to dress up the appearance of the patio. When the wooden boards are arranged in a hexagonal pattern, the trees become the highlights and add much to the value of the home. If there is a gap left between the tree trunk and the wooden deck, flowers can be planted around the base of the tree. Tulips are beautiful with this design. Other flowers can also be planted at the base of the tree. This design is visually appealing and can add curb appeal to the home.

4. Concrete and Wood Patterned Deck

Modern Landscape by Sausalito Landscape Architects & Designers Shades Of Green Landscape Architecture

Concrete blocks can often be used to decorate the decks. One of the most impressive designs includes coloured concrete with a raised platform made of the smaller blocks. These decks are particularly attractive when fire pits and other water features are built into the decks. These decks are durable and attractive for homes with modern decor and design.

Home owners often incorporate cut-outs in the concrete for picnic tables and other types of features. These tables can be carefully positioned to take advantage of the shade provided by the trees. If you want a relaxing experience, you should consider this type of deck design for your home project. Concrete lends itself to creating exceptional outdoor living spaces. Couches, grills, refrigerators, and outdoor sinks can be added to complete the experience.

5. Patios with Seating Around the Tree

Modern Patio by Venice Landscape Architects & Designers Valle de Verde Design

If you want the take full advantage of the trees in your yard, you can create seating spaces around them. Often, the seating spaces are arranged in a hexagonal or octagonal pattern around the tree. These benches are a nice place to relax and read a book or watch the fish in a nearby Koi pond that can be easily incorporated into the design of the patio. These patios are impressive and are often found on homes that are nestled in the mountains. Built-in seating can include simple coloured cushions and backs for the most enjoyment from the trees.

Choose One of These Fabulous Designs Around Trees

If you want to improve your outdoor experience, try these designs that incorporate trees. They are impressive and can make the experience more enjoyable. As you peruse these options, you can select the best option that fits the layout of the trees in your yard. We think you’ll be pleased with the final product when you’re outside and enjoying yourself and your life.