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Affordable Patio with Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.
Hot Colors, Cool Garden
Hot Colors, Cool Garden
Rock Paper Scissors Landscape Design BuildRock Paper Scissors Landscape Design Build
Medium sized classic back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Silvercreek Stoneworks Bluestone Project
Silvercreek Stoneworks Bluestone Project
The Brickyard, Inc.The Brickyard, Inc.
This Project was installed with manufactured wet cast stone tiles by Silvercreek Stoneworks. The color used is called Bluestone.
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Milwaukee with natural stone paving and no cover.
Stand-Alone Screened Porch on Stone Patio
Stand-Alone Screened Porch on Stone Patio
Land Art Design, Inc.Land Art Design, Inc.
Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Rustic Flagstone Patio
Rustic Flagstone Patio
Magnolia Landscape and Design Co.Magnolia Landscape and Design Co.
Chilton flagstone patio.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Inside Out Pool Cabana
Inside Out Pool Cabana
THE UP STUDIOTHE UP STUDIO
Modern Shaded Living Area, Pool Cabana and Outdoor Bar
Inspiration for a small contemporary side patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Projet en cours // Villa des Cimes
Projet en cours // Villa des Cimes
Nathalie Odiot Architecture d'IntérieurNathalie Odiot Architecture d'Intérieur
Patio arrière végétalisée
This is an example of a large mediterranean side patio in Other with a water feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Blue Ridge View Home
Blue Ridge View Home
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Tina Witherspoon.
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Spaces 2019 - Elements Landscape
Outdoor Spaces 2019 - Elements Landscape
Elements LandscapeElements Landscape
This is a custom stone and brick fire pit. it includes an Ashlar Stone surround and accent wall built into an existing brick retaining wall.
Medium sized classic courtyard patio in Atlanta with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Firepit Ambiance
Firepit Ambiance
Ted Carter Inspired LandscapesTed Carter Inspired Landscapes
a more disciplined look to this wood-burning fire pit and matching stone wall, mixed stone and brick pavers
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Portland Maine with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Pergola
Pergola
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
Sleek, black and just right for the space, this contemporary pergola provides just the right amount of shade in this Chicago back yard. The 2"x2" purlins on top of the pergola are repeated as a screen for the back to 'take the edge off' the neighbors garage. Bluestone paving, a large fire pit and traditional zinc planters help complete the design thought.
Our Work
Our Work
Madison Furniture & InteriorsMadison Furniture & Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in Orlando with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Tibbs - Preston Hollow
Tibbs - Preston Hollow
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
This new covered patio with fireplace was added to the existing backyard. The veneer and flooring are finished with Lueders Limestone. The brick columns and ceiling are designed to match the existing residence.
Backyard Entertaining Area, Ridgewood, NJ
Backyard Entertaining Area, Ridgewood, NJ
Jacobsen Landscape Design & ConstructionJacobsen Landscape Design & Construction
This is an example of a small classic back patio in New York with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Rodriguez Home
Rodriguez Home
American Landscape StructuresAmerican Landscape Structures
Inspiration for a large traditional back patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen, a gazebo and natural stone paving.
Rodriguez Home
Rodriguez Home
American Landscape StructuresAmerican Landscape Structures
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen, a gazebo and natural stone paving.
Outdoor Stone Fireplace and entertaining space with seatwalls
Outdoor Stone Fireplace and entertaining space with seatwalls
Waitkus DesignWaitkus Design
Karen Waitkus
Medium sized country back patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Mid Century Courtyard Remodel
Mid Century Courtyard Remodel
SCJ Studio Landscape ArchitectureSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture
Already partially enclosed by an ipe fence and concrete wall, our client had a vision of an outdoor courtyard for entertaining on warm summer evenings since the space would be shaded by the house in the afternoon. He imagined the space with a water feature, lighting and paving surrounded by plants. With our marching orders in place, we drew up a schematic plan quickly and met to review two options for the space. These options quickly coalesced and combined into a single vision for the space. A thick, 60” tall concrete wall would enclose the opening to the street – creating privacy and security, and making a bold statement. We knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the large concrete walls on either side, so we designed and had custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder (www.dennisschleder.com) a beautiful, visually dynamic metal gate. The gate has become the icing on the cake, all 300 pounds of it! Other touches include drought tolerant planting, bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite paving, LED accent lighting, and outdoor furniture. Both existing trees were retained and are thriving with their new soil. The garden was installed in December and our client is extremely happy with the results – so are we! Photo credits, Coreen Schmidt
Outdoor Retreats, Hinsdale
Outdoor Retreats, Hinsdale
Hinsdale NurseriesHinsdale Nurseries
Photo of a large classic back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Victorian Terrace Project
Victorian Terrace Project
American Beauty Landscaping Inc.American Beauty Landscaping Inc.
This is an example of a large victorian back patio in Other with a potted garden, natural stone paving and no cover.

Affordable Patio with Natural Stone Paving 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 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 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 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 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 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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