How to Add European Charm to an Outdoor Space

Do you dream of a European-style patio where you can enjoy time outside and meals al fresco? Today we’re sharing 7 easy tips for adding European charm to any outdoor space!

charming European patio with metal chairs and table

Gorgeous patio at Domaine de la Baume via House & Garden.

If you’ve been here awhile then you know how much I love European style. And to me, nothing is better than the way they create the prettiest ambiance in their outdoor spaces. They seem to have a way of bringing an abundance of charm to even the humblest patio or yard.

So today I’m talking about key ways to add European charm to your own outdoor spaces – no matter how small!

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Use European-style Planters/Pots 

add European charm to your outdoor space with gorgeous rustic pots and planters on patio

Via Pottery Barn.

 

pretty back patio with lanterns, rustic metal chairs and European planters

Design by Kelly Deck via Home Beautiful.

 

 

Add a Gravel Pathway

add European charm to your outdoor space with pea gravel path with stepping stones and olive tree

Via Intimate Living Interiors.

 

add European charm to outdoor space with pea gravel path under arched climbing ivy

 

 

Add Furniture for Relaxing 

stunning outdoor patio living area with wicker furniture under arbor with wisteria

Via Giannetti Home.

 

add cozy European style to your outdoor living area with lounge furniture

Design by Scott Shrader.

 

Add a Fountain or Water Feature 

add European charm to your patio with a gorgeous fountain and climbing roses

Design by Stephen W. Hackney.

 

rustic planter turned into fountain European garden style

Via Intimate Living Interiors.

 

Create a Charming Dining Area 

stunning French-inspired outdoor dining area with wood table and wicker chairs

Outdoor area created by Brooke Giannetti that is in Malibu, but feels like Provence.

 

cozy outdoor dining area with wood table and wicker chairs

Design by Charles Harman, via House & Garden.

 

 

Add Sculptures or Unique Elements 

add European charm to an outdoor area with rustic pots and boxwood balls

Design by Paul Hendershot Design.

 

gorgeous French planter with wrought iron topiary garden decor

A gorgeous urn topped with a wrought iron topiary. It adds such pretty architectural interest!

 

Plant Climbers

French country patio with table and chairs and roses growing over an arbor

 

add European charm to your patio with wicker chairs and diamond trellis on wall

Via Melissa Penfold.

 

So they we may not own a house in the south of France, or be able to travel to Italy, with a little effort, we can bring some of that European charm to our own outdoor spaces!

gorgeous European style courtyard with wall fountain and gravel and climbing vines

 

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Sheila
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5 Comments

  1. Kimberly Westby says:

    Just what I needed to see on a dreary, early spring day in southern Ontario. So many ideas. Kim

    1. Oh that’s so lovely! I’m glad to hear that Kim!!

      Thanks for stopping by!

  2. So much inspiration! I have thyme between my stones because I’m usually barefooted and those little pebbles would hurt…but I do love the look. I’ve checked most of these off. I have a pergola covered in wisteria with a brick floor and iron chairs underneath. On the small covered patio I have a charming bistro set. On my front porch, I have wicker furniture with a small round iron table. Clematis climbs up my gate, trimmed boxwoods line my gardens, a rose bush overhangs the path around the side…..
    I’m going back to delve deeper into the decorators you mentioned above.

    1. Oh wow you ARE set Joanna! Your yard sounds lovely! And I love thyme in between stones – a classic look!

      I’m so glad you liked the post – thanks so much for stopping by!

      Sheila

    2. Sounds so very beautiful!