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Small Rustic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor kitchen with wood fired pizza oven & gas grill
Outdoor kitchen with wood fired pizza oven & gas grill
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Gould Road
Gould Road
Habitat LondonHabitat London
Secluded Front Yard Patio
Secluded Front Yard Patio
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
This delightfully private patio sits under expansive tree canopy in the front garden. Wrapped in dense, native foliage it is full of fragrance and wildlife. Natural stone with decomposed granite joints allows water to sink into the soil to feed the surrounding foliage. The homeowners enjoy taking their coffee and lunch under the vintage chandelier.
Lafayette Rustic Courtyard
Lafayette Rustic Courtyard
Viator & Associates IncViator & Associates Inc
Patio Gardens
Patio Gardens
Eden CondensedEden Condensed
Drought tolerant and desert plants in containers of terra-cotta, green glazed ceramic, and Talavera. Pots with rocks that the client had collected were also arranged on the patio.
Pergola/ Arbor
Pergola/ Arbor
WGO Construction Company LLCWGO Construction Company LLC
Durango Family Home
Durango Family Home
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Scott Griggs Photography
EP Henry Bristol Stone Paver Patios
EP Henry Bristol Stone Paver Patios
Autumn Hill Patio & LandscapeAutumn Hill Patio & Landscape
Installation of EP Henry Bristol Stone paver in 'Golden Dakota' color with a charcoal color paver border installed by Autumn Hill Patio & Landscape
Double D Ranch - Guest House
Double D Ranch - Guest House
Miller-Roodell Architects LtdMiller-Roodell Architects Ltd
http://www.ctmarchitects.com/ Originally constructed in 1912 by Swedish homesteaders near Ennis, Montana, this cabin was disassembled and brought back to life as an active part of a larger ranch, to offer a comfortable and charming home base for friends and family. Through the use of locally-available natural materials the cabin reflects its Scandinavian roots, infused with style and comfort.
Inside Out
Inside Out
Luxescapes, LLCLuxescapes, LLC
Stephen Himschoot
Governors Club Outdoor
Governors Club Outdoor
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MDC
Deer Lake Project
Deer Lake Project
Zaremba & CompanyZaremba & Company
Large boulder outcroppings define the living space and anchor the edges of the random Fon du Lac slab and moss patio. Photo credit: George Dzahristos
Hammered Copper Gas Fire Table with Outdoor Furniture
Hammered Copper Gas Fire Table with Outdoor Furniture
All Backyard FunAll Backyard Fun
The Oriflamme Hammered Copper Gas fire table includes metal lid, fire glass and propane tank. http://www.allbackyardfun.com/fire-pit-tables/gas-fire-tables/oriflamme-gas-fire-pit-hammered-copper/
A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Backyard Sauna and Shower
Backyard Sauna and Shower
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Photo by Alex Crook https://www.alexcrook.com/ Design by Judson Sullivan http://www.cultivarllc.com/
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Outdoor cooking
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Barbara Brown Photography
Outdoor Stone Fireplace
Outdoor Stone Fireplace
Daco StoneDaco Stone
36" OUTDOOR FIREPLACE KIT (overall total height is 8 feet or customize to be taller or wider. Smaller fireplaces available starting at $2850. READY TO ASSEMBLE) Free Shipping to AL, GA, TN, SC!! Call for shipping prices outside of the Southeast. Install options available in GA. Take the party outside with this beautiful stone fireplace kit. Do it yourself or have us install it. Delivery options available Includes: Firebox, Throat, 3 Chimney sections (6" each section), 8" block risers, Natural Stone Hearth pieces, Firebrick, Fire Mortar, Type' S' High Strength Premixed Mortar, 100% Natural Real-Cut Stone Veneer with pre-cut corners, and Stone Mantle. (Footer not included) Daco Stone 770-222-2425
Cauthen Family | Hot Spring Spa
Cauthen Family | Hot Spring Spa
Richard's Total Backyard SolutionsRichard's Total Backyard Solutions
Check out this gorgeous custom wrapped Hot Spring Spas for the Cauthen Family in Fulshear. This is a Hot Spring Spas® Grandee with the Freshwater Salt System and cover lifter.

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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