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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Madison Moulton

What's the best patio shape for my backyard? 8 designs that will work in spaces big and small

variety of different shaped patios

When designing a patio for your outdoor space, there are a few questions to tick off your list. What materials will you choose? What will you use the space for? And arguably one of the most important questions to answer from a landscaping and design perspective: what shape will the patio be?

According to Ivo Iv, owner of Decor Home Ideas, there are several factors to consider. ‘One of the most important is the size and shape of your backyard. A small, rectangular backyard might benefit from a square or rectangular patio, while a larger, more irregularly shaped backyard might be better suited for a freeform or angular patio.

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