Get inspired with these budget-friendly and creative DIY patio ideas.
But it doesn’t mean spending a ton of money or time.
Here are 36 DIYpatio ideasto help you make an outdoor space like no other.
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Seating is added as well as planters andstring lighting.
The final result is a wonderful place that can be used for both relaxing and entertaining.
A 10-foot by 10-footconcrete paverpatio provides an area for outdoor furniture, including aporch swing.
Stacy Risenmay, Not Just a Housewife
There’s a separate dining and lounging area, giving them two spaces in one.
Chairs are set around aDIY firepitto encourage conversation.
This is a great way to build a patio if you’re on a budget.
The Handmade Home
It also is an easy project that you should be able to do yourself.
Outdoor furniture and landscaping are added, and string lights are hung to provide someambient lighting.
The key is comfortable outdoor seating.
Young House Love
The goal is to create aliving room outdoorsby adding a sectional and some chairs.
End tables are also included and anoutdoor rugties everything together.
This DIY patio looks great and is easy to put together.
Home Stories A to Z
Bringing plants and flowers onto the patio is just one way to create a focal point.
There are directions on how to build this planter fromA Piece of Rainbow.
Make It Modern Style
The Merrythoughtshows you how to take a patio and make it modern.
A Piece of Rainbow
The fence is painted a moody black and furniture with clean lines are added.
Just because it’s modern doesn’t mean it has to be cold.
This redesign has pillows and blankets that provide a cozy feel.
The Merry Thought
Comfortable seating andheavy-duty patio umbrellashave been added to the patio and can be enjoyed all day long.
It’s also a great way to provide some shade during the hot months.
Build a DIY Firepit
Studio DIY!
Savannah Kay Designs
This stunning backyard fromStudio DIY!embraces color with colorful cushions.
There are two patios here, giving people a place to eat and lounge around the DIY firepit.
There are also lots of plants added here, making it feel like a comfortable outdoor room.
Afro Bohemian Living
Besides furniture, there are a lot of other accessories that go along with a theme.
A fire pit is also built from bricks, making it look like it belongs there.
A table, seating, and accessories are all added.Amber Tyslshows you how to do this easypatio makeover.
Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona
Decorate the Entire Patio
Design Improvised
The patio over atDesigned Improvisedhas been perfectly planned and executed.
There’s also a color scheme here, which makes it easier to stay focused when decorating your patio.
Lots of seating and string lights pull everything together.
Fynes Designs
The patio is gravel here, proving that you could make a patio out of just about anything.
Plants, loungers, and a rug make the space feel full but not crowded.
Especially if you make a bold color and design choice asLovely Indeeddid.
Studio DIY!
She took a brick patio and used tile to give it a complete makeover.
A table, chairs, and potted plants make the tile pop.
Add Seasonal Decor
Change the patio decor seasonally for an easy DIY upgrade.
Jessica Welling Interiors
You’ll be surprised at what a difference some new accessories can make.
This patio atJessica Welling Interiorshas been redesigned into a place to relax in the summer,boho-style.
Use Every Corner
Even the corner of a yard can become a patio.
H20Bungalow
Just use some brick pavers to achieve the look asLovely Indeeddid.
There’s just room enough for a couple ofchairsand a fire pit.
It makes for a cozy place perfect just for two.
ambertysl
Paint the Concrete
The Turquoise Home
An easy DIY patio idea is to upgrade the actual patio.
AtThe Turquoise Home, a concrete patio has been cleaned and painted, making it look new.
New seating and a rug make it feel like a new room, right outside your back door.
Design Improvised
It’s a simple cart that’s great for a smaller patio.
That’s the perfect place for aDIY plant hangerfromThe Inspired Hive.
This simple one uses jute and a metal container, giving it a casual rustic look.
The Sweetest Occasion
Basicmacrameknots are used to create the rope basket.
You’ll paint it, add some wheels, and then add some interesting handles.
It’s a small bird feeder fromDelia Createsmade with just a few supplies.
The Merrythought
It has a modern look to it and would look good on just about any patio.
Hang an Herb Garden
Simple Stylings
Adding an herb garden to your patio is a great idea!
to add greenery and you could use some to cook with whenever you want.
Lovely Indeed
Whitewash Terracotta Pots
Tidbits
Give terracotta pots new and brighter life with a stylish whitewash treatment.
You’ll just need some cinder blocks and some strong glue.
Arrange the blocks vertically in a design you like and you have part sculpture, part planter.
Jessica Welling Interiors
Believe it or not, it’s built almost entirely from woodpallets.
There are also lots of tips for how to style the loveseat to get a similar look.
They’re made from a few supplies you probably already have and they can be put together in minutes.
Lovely Indeed
Add Privacy Curtains
Polkadot Chair
upgrade your patio instantly by adding some soft, billowy curtains.
Shine an Outdoor Chandelier
Add some elegance to your space with an outdoor chandelier.
You could buy one that’s already done or use this project to upcycle your own.
The Turquoise Home
This project fromPolkadot Chairstarts with paper lantern stars and calls for a bundle of lights to be inserted inside.
Transform Timber Into a Table
Small side tables make a great addition to an outdoor area.
They’re able to hold a drink or a book without taking up too much space.
The Inspired Hive
The Inspired Hive
Chatfield Court
A Joyful Riot
Delia Creates
Vintage Revivals
Simple Stylings
Tidbits
The Garden Glove
Funky Junk Interiors
A Piece of Rainbow
Polkadot Chair
Hey There, Home
Polkadot Chair
DIY Outdoor Timber Side Table
