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Affordable Patio with Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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Bluestone Patio with Seat Wall and Fire Pit
Bluestone Patio with Seat Wall and Fire Pit
Evergreen HardscapesEvergreen Hardscapes
Mortar set bluestone patio on slab with a gas fire pit and seat wall with low voltage lighting.
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Other with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Old Short Hills Estate
Old Short Hills Estate
Cording Landscape DesignCording Landscape Design
Photography by : Marisa Pellegrini
Photo of a small classic side patio in New York with a potted garden, natural stone paving and no cover.
Bluestone Patio and Flowers
Bluestone Patio and Flowers
James Martin AssociatesJames Martin Associates
Request Free QuoteAs the groundcover finishes knitting together and the lawn recovers from construction, seasonal flowers demand the early attention and capture the eye. Colorful containers bring small islands of cheer, brightening and adding emphasis.
Bellmore Oasis
Bellmore Oasis
Topaz Design GroupTopaz Design Group
Backyard renovation & transformation by Topaz Design Group. Turning a sloping, unusable space into an amazing space for entertaining, enjoying, and relaxing. Sit back and watch the butterflies, enjoy an evening by the fire, or plan an outdoor dinner party; or do all three at the same time!
Backyard Renovations- Custom Pergola and patio
Backyard Renovations- Custom Pergola and patio
Bradford Associates, LLCBradford Associates, LLC
The natural wood pergola and trellis provide shade over the bluestone outdoor entertaining area.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in Providence with a living wall, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Small space, Big Impact
Small space, Big Impact
Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D LandscapingWildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping
Previously an unused space has turned into a beautiful and functional vegetable garden. The raised vegetable bed is veneered in natural stone. A flagstone pathway planted with silver carpet allows easy access to the side yard. Wildflower Landscape Design-Liz Ryan
Villanova Residence
Villanova Residence
B.DeMichele Inc.B.DeMichele Inc.
A pergola covers a flagstone outdoor living room with comfortably coordinated furniture
Photo of a small traditional side patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Fireside Chats
Fireside Chats
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Medium sized classic back patio in Richmond with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Fireplaces and Fire Pits
Fireplaces and Fire Pits
ARNOLD Masonry & LandscapeARNOLD Masonry & Landscape
ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape
Large classic back patio in Atlanta with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Pool Pavilion
Pool Pavilion
John Bynum Custom Homes, Inc.John Bynum Custom Homes, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Atlanta with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Cathy Carr, APLD
Cathy Carr, APLD
GreenHeart, LLCGreenHeart, LLC
@ Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in DC Metro with no cover and natural stone paving.
Basalt Column Fountain
Basalt Column Fountain
Eileen G DesignsEileen G Designs
Small traditional patio in Miami with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Pergolas
Pergolas
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. Pergola design by John Algozzini.
Laguna Miguel Backyard Remodel
Laguna Miguel Backyard Remodel
Builder BoyBuilder Boy
Nothing says backyard play like a pool. And nothing makes the space around your pool soft, cool, and slip-proof like artificial grass. Surrounding your pool with faux grass instead of concrete is a lot prettier, too.
Cobblestone Ct 2
Cobblestone Ct 2
Midtown Custom Homes, LLCMidtown Custom Homes, LLC
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Raleigh with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Concrete CommanderConcrete Commander
Medium sized modern back patio in Jacksonville with an outdoor kitchen and natural stone paving.
Rodriguez Home
Rodriguez Home
American Landscape StructuresAmerican Landscape Structures
This is an example of a large classic back patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen, a gazebo and natural stone paving.
Exterior Pavilion and Stone Patio in Dublin, OH
Exterior Pavilion and Stone Patio in Dublin, OH
Third Space Builders, LLC.Third Space Builders, LLC.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Columbus with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
The Ultimate Outdoor Grilling Station
The Ultimate Outdoor Grilling Station
Second Nature Outdoor Living & LandscapingSecond Nature Outdoor Living & Landscaping
Using stone masonry that matched the rest of their landscape design, Second Nature created a cool outdoor grilling station for our Kansas City client.
Pergolas
Pergolas
Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.
Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Chicago with a pergola and natural stone paving.

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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