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Country Blue Patio Ideas and Designs

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Little Inka
Little Inka
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a farmhouse patio steps in Cornwall.
Country Patio
Country Patio
Inspiration for a country patio in Other with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
107 SMR
107 SMR
InfinityHomes of NMInfinityHomes of NM
Inspiration for a country patio in Albuquerque.
Lafayette Custom Residence
Lafayette Custom Residence
Integrated Design, llcIntegrated Design, llc
This is an example of a farmhouse patio in Phoenix with a fire feature and no cover.
Heights Farmhouse
Heights Farmhouse
Kensington Smith Design, LLCKensington Smith Design, LLC
Farmhouse front patio in Orange County with concrete paving.
N Maney Avenue
N Maney Avenue
J Taylor DesignsJ Taylor Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized rural back patio in Nashville with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
The Alred Project
The Alred Project
Pratt GuysPratt Guys
Photo owned by Pratt Guys and can only be used/published with written permission by Pratt Guys.
Inspiration for a medium sized rural patio in Jacksonville.
Outdoor Stone Fireplace and entertaining space with seatwalls
Outdoor Stone Fireplace and entertaining space with seatwalls
Waitkus DesignWaitkus Design
Stone, brick and bluestone fireplace anchoring bluestone patio and seating walls to enjoy outdoor fires yearround! Karen Waitkus
Inspiration for a medium sized country back patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Podere Erica Farmhouse in Chianti
Podere Erica Farmhouse in Chianti
Fatto a ManoFatto a Mano
Outdoor dining under a pergola covered with wisteria at Podere Erica in Chianti
This is an example of a large farmhouse side patio in Florence with natural stone paving and a pergola.
The Gambrel
The Gambrel
Quality By Design Home RenovationsQuality By Design Home Renovations
Farmhouse back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and no cover.
Lancelot
Lancelot
Mark Stewart Home DesignMark Stewart Home Design
Expansive rural back patio in Portland with a fire feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Sonoma Estate
Sonoma Estate
Tyreus Design StudioTyreus Design Studio
Exterior fire place and raised garden beds, with view of kitchen with exterior windows opened.
Design ideas for a country patio in San Francisco.
Bethesda Turret
Bethesda Turret
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Design ideas for a large farmhouse side patio in DC Metro with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Portola Valley Ranch
Portola Valley Ranch
Libby Raab ArchitectureLibby Raab Architecture
Exterior view of master bedroom addition with french doors to the exterior patio
Medium sized country patio in San Francisco with tiled flooring and no cover.
Transformation of Grade II Listed Cottage
Transformation of Grade II Listed Cottage
Christian Builders Margate LtdChristian Builders Margate Ltd
Exterior Shot of the Kitchen Extension. Traditional flint work and brick work. Photographs - Mike Waterman
Medium sized rural patio in Kent.
Tower House
Tower House
Hansen ArchitectsHansen Architects
This is an example of a farmhouse side patio in DC Metro with gravel and no cover.
Madrona
Madrona
Mend ServicesMend Services
Medium sized rural back patio in Austin with decking and a roof extension.
Nevada Street Kitchen Remodel- Finished Pictures
Nevada Street Kitchen Remodel- Finished Pictures
Gehrels Custom HomesGehrels Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized country back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Large Shed Style Patio Cover w/ Glass Wind Walls on the Farm
Large Shed Style Patio Cover w/ Glass Wind Walls on the Farm
Decks & Patio CoversDecks & Patio Covers
This project created a great outdoor living space that had been previously unusable. This ranch style farm house was in a valley that had a lot of sun and the wind would blow every afternoon. We installed our solar white cover to knock down the heat of the afternoon sun and the wind wall created a great place to peacefully relax and dine. The dogs love it too. Photo by Doug Woodside, Decks and Patio Covers
Beekman Creek Ranch
Beekman Creek Ranch
Todd Glowka Builder, Inc.Todd Glowka Builder, Inc.
Design ideas for a farmhouse patio in Austin.

Country Blue 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 country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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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