A patio can be just like another room in your house. Patio furniture can mean that you increase the floor space of your home, by adding an outside room that allows you to entertain like never before.
Patio furniture design gives you the opportunity to create an outside living area - an extension of your home - for entertaining and relaxing all year round. For instance, people who like to entertain may want to consider a patio with an undercover kitchen and dining area. By adding a barbecue grill, a built in fridge and some quality outdoor furniture, the patio can, in itself, become a feature of your home.When commencing a new patio, it is important to remember that your new outdoor entertaining area does not need to be expensive. There are a variety of different patio surfaces to fit a particular style or budget, including concrete pavers, natural clay stones and bricks. Similarly, patio shades need not be extensive, just enough to cover the main cooking and eating areas; after all, why block out the view of your gorgeous garden in the midday sun or the stars in the sky on a clear night.

A comfortable seating arrangement is necessary in order to convey an inviting atmosphere. First designate the area to be the pretty patio. Then clear, clean and spruce it up.
Decide how the patio will function for the family, and plan the space to allow for the maximum number of people, activities and aesthetics.Add a little bit of color in your patio furniture. Paint the door, add flower boxes below windows or use shutters to frame the windows. Be daring with color and remember that it can easily be changed or repainted for fall.
Create the eating area by using functional patio furniture - a table or two and comfortable chairs. Now add a colorful tablecloth and special table settings. This should be as inviting as possible, as the food will surely taste even better.
Check the lighting on the patio for evening reading or entertaining. Strings of lights in trees, wrapped around the railing or under an umbrella will look terrific at night. Tiki torches and hurricane lamps also add ambiance to an outdoor setting.

Selecting the right patio furniture is the key to the perfect patio design. There is no need to spend thousands of dollars on the right patio furniture; more importantly you want to select patio furniture that is durable, basic in color and rich in style and sophistication. Consider resin coated wicker or rattan patio furniture that can be dressed up with different cushions and throw rugs. These patio items can be changed regularly to cater for a themed party or more simply, to match the changes in your flourishing flower beds.
Patio furnishings can be as elaborate or as straightforward as you want them to be. Patios can be arranged in any shape and size and can be refreshed regularly just like the interior of your home. Outdoor entertaining is an increasing pastime - enjoy it with family and friends!