AD PRO Directory designers share their expertise on creating an alfresco oasis, from layout to landscaping Decorating a patio or backyard with the best outdoor decor ideas should feel more carefree than dressing your interiors. According to AD PRO Directory designers, the rules for this area of a home seem slightly looser (no one’s going to be sad if an icy drink drips on the sofa or a jute rug !). Plus, the overall direction of the design benefits from following suit. If there is a general guideline to keep the vision in check, it’s this: “The goal is to source items that are higher quality, so they last,” says designer Jessica Reynaud , owner of Jessica Reynaud Design. Whether you’re putting together a patio that only has room for a select guest list or hoping to find ways to make a grand lawn feel approachable, the right outdoor design can help set the scene.…