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Affordable Rustic Patio Ideas and Designs

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A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Small rustic back patio in Richmond with concrete paving.
Backyard Spa Privacy Wall
Backyard Spa Privacy Wall
HideAway ScreensHideAway Screens
The homeowner wanted to create an enclosure around their built-in hot tub to add some privacy. The contractor, Husker Decks, designed a privacy wall with alternating materials. The aluminum privacy screen in 'River Rock' mixed with a horizontal wood wall in a rich stain blend to create a privacy wall that blends perfectly into the homeowner's backyard space and style.
Rustic sunken fire pit with bluestone gravel and large boulders
Rustic sunken fire pit with bluestone gravel and large boulders
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Seating for eight on the rustic green adirondack chairs. Fire pit is sunken into the earth and ringed with large granite boulders. Bluestone gravel adds to the rustic feel. Photo by Russell and Terra Jenkins
Normandy Neighborhood
Normandy Neighborhood
Griffin Architects, P.A.Griffin Architects, P.A.
An outdoor "room" was defined for this patio by the L shape of the home which creates positive outdoor space.The brick patio surface is repeated at the window sills above native stone walls to create continuity and detail. Photo by David Dietrich
Patios
Patios
Great Goats Landscaping, Inc.Great Goats Landscaping, Inc.
Design ideas for a small rustic front patio in Minneapolis with natural stone paving.
Denton Cedar Patio 18x13ft
Denton Cedar Patio 18x13ft
Denton Pergolas and LandscapingDenton Pergolas and Landscaping
Cedar Patio Cover with fans and lighting
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back patio in Dallas with concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Rustic Patio
Rustic Patio
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Salt Lake City with concrete slabs, no cover and a fireplace.
Patio
Patio
UserUser
This is an example of a medium sized rustic back patio in Other with a fire feature, brick paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Stone Fireplace
Outdoor Stone Fireplace
Daco StoneDaco Stone
Daco Stone Outdoor Fireplace Kit
Medium sized rustic back patio in Atlanta with a fireplace, natural stone paving and no cover.
Custom square outdoor gas log fire pit by Fine's Gas
Custom square outdoor gas log fire pit by Fine's Gas
Fine's Hearth & PatioFine's Hearth & Patio
Outdoor Gas log fire pit with custom stone surround and flagstone top by Fine's Gas
Inspiration for a large rustic courtyard patio in Other with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
A frame patio cover
A frame patio cover
BuildometryBuildometry
Photo of a small rustic back patio in Dallas with concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Garden landscaping in Twickenham
Garden landscaping in Twickenham
Positive Garden LtdPositive Garden Ltd
Garden landscaping in Twickenham. Stone: Indian Mint Sandstone (riven) from London Stone Bricks: Reclaimed London yellow stock Fence: Jackson's featherboard fencing Raised bed, low retaining wall, and a bench: green oak untreated sleepers Corten steel planters Irrigation system and led Hunza copper spike lights Positive Garden Ltd
Shade Structure - Russell Pergola
Shade Structure - Russell Pergola
Homefield - The Outdoor Living StoreHomefield - The Outdoor Living Store
Photo of a medium sized rustic back patio in Austin with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Portfolio 3
Portfolio 3
Outdoor Kitchen, Pool & PaversOutdoor Kitchen, Pool & Pavers
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a pergola.
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Living Space
Artistic Concrete SurfacesArtistic Concrete Surfaces
Shawn Spry Photography
Photo of a medium sized rustic back patio in Kansas City with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
2nd Story Renovations LLC
2nd Story Renovations LLC
2nd Story Renovations llc2nd Story Renovations llc
This is an example of a medium sized rustic back patio in Philadelphia with decking and no cover.
Iron-Mountain Flagstone + Gravel Walkway with Steel Edging
Iron-Mountain Flagstone + Gravel Walkway with Steel Edging
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Iron-Mountain Flagstone + Gravel Walkway with Steel Edging
Large rustic back patio in Other with natural stone paving.
View from pavilion back to the house
View from pavilion back to the house
GreenHeart, LLCGreenHeart, LLC
©Melissa Clark Photography
Photo of a medium sized rustic back patio in DC Metro with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Denmark Summer House
Denmark Summer House
Claudia Dorsch Interior Design LtdClaudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd
Medium sized rustic back patio in London.
Zalanta 214
Zalanta 214
Talie Jane InteriorsTalie Jane Interiors
Photography by Tahoe Real Estate Photography
This is an example of a small rustic courtyard patio in Other with concrete paving and a roof extension.

Affordable 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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