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Rundle Stone Steps To Flagstone Patio Surrounded By Water Fall
Rundle Stone Steps To Flagstone Patio Surrounded By Water Fall
SOLKOR | Creating Stunning Outdoor Living SpacesSOLKOR | Creating Stunning Outdoor Living Spaces
Fire Pits
Fire Pits
Greenheart LandscapesGreenheart Landscapes
Thornbury Project
Thornbury Project
Green Ace Design Build, Inc.Green Ace Design Build, Inc.
Zalanta 214
Zalanta 214
Talie Jane InteriorsTalie Jane Interiors
Photography by Tahoe Real Estate Photography
The Dennis Project
The Dennis Project
Pratt GuysPratt Guys
Pratt Guys designed and built this Pratt Guys signature 2-post, cantilever pergola, shading this outdoor kitchen featuring a stacked stone face with concrete countertops, Twin Eagles BBQ Grill and True refrigerator. --- The Dennis project, designed and built by Pratt Guys, January 2017 - Photo owned by Pratt Guys - NOTE: Can ONLY be used online, digitally, TV and print WITH written permission from Pratt Guys. (PrattGuys.com)
Back Country - Highlands Ranch - Swim Spa
Back Country - Highlands Ranch - Swim Spa
Colorado Outdoor Living Design & SalesColorado Outdoor Living Design & Sales
Buff flagstone and cement patio. Buff strip stone facing on step. Stone Mason: Arturo Munoz Photographer: Tom Z Productions
Patio Extension
Patio Extension
Harvell LandscapingHarvell Landscaping
Curved Wood Deck
Curved Wood Deck
Mr. Fixit Renovations LtdMr. Fixit Renovations Ltd
Seeing the curve of the patio follow the cement slab and garden from this view (not to mention their lovely back yard!)
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
King Concrete Ottawa Inc.King Concrete Ottawa Inc.
D Residence
D Residence
Aspen Landscape DevelopmentAspen Landscape Development
Outdoor Living Spaces
Outdoor Living Spaces
DiPalantino ContractorsDiPalantino Contractors
Fireplaces & Fire Pit Portfolio
Fireplaces & Fire Pit Portfolio
Red Rock Landscape & DesignRed Rock Landscape & Design
Best Redwood Planter Boxes
Best Redwood Planter Boxes
Best RedwoodBest Redwood
The redwood planter boxes are designed to make the difference in your garden, given its durability and classic design. Our planter boxes line has a variety of designs and sizes, using first class quality redwood. 100% solid redwood. Your choice of premium stained or transparent sealant. Features plenty long-term benefits, such as light weight, reliability, strength and resistance to decay, rot and weather elements. No assembly required. Home delivery. Drain holes. We offer the most popular measures in this webpage, however if you are looking for a custom size, please let us know, we customize the designs upon request as well.
Town Yard Cottages
Town Yard Cottages
Concept Zero ArchitectsConcept Zero Architects
Oak framed side extension to Town Yard Cottages. This scheme came about through our association with the RIBA Architect in the House scheme which helps raise funds for the Charity Shelter. Our brief was to look at how the home owners could maximise their garden, which extended out to the North East and felt somewhat separate to the main house. Our proposals included re-instating the original front door to the property, and creating a new oak framed garden room to the side. The Garden Room links the building to the garden using folding - sliding glass doors and utilises the height of the pitched roof to bring in light from the south. A wood burner and a wet room were also included in the scheme.
Outside Sitting Area
Outside Sitting Area
Peter J. Pioli InteriorsPeter J. Pioli Interiors
Custom made willow chairs grouped around the fireplace on the patio. Space designed by Peter J. Pioli Interiors.
FWH
FWH
Jeffrey P Thompson & AssociatesJeffrey P Thompson & Associates
Ralph Kylloe
Container plantings and Edible container plantings | Artistry Landscaping Design
Container plantings and Edible container plantings | Artistry Landscaping Design
Artistry Landscape DesignArtistry Landscape Design
Purple cabbage, marigolds and a dwarf cherry tomato are perfect for container growing.
Shakopee Outdoor Fireplace
Shakopee Outdoor Fireplace
Designer Spaces IncDesigner Spaces Inc
Hillside Patio
Hillside Patio
B.DeMichele Inc.B.DeMichele Inc.
A flight of step leads down to a small patio perched on the hillside
Backyard Retreat
Backyard Retreat
AZOAT LandscapesAZOAT Landscapes
Paver patio with firepit.

Small Rustic Patio Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your rustic patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your rustic patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your rustic patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my rustic patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various rustic patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
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