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Clementine House
Clementine House
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Photo of a large country back patio in Essex.
Glebe Cottage
Glebe Cottage
Mark Wray ArchitectsMark Wray Architects
Design ideas for a rural patio in Other with gravel and no cover.
The Goat Shed - Devon
The Goat Shed - Devon
TFQ ArchitectsTFQ Architects
The Goat Shed - Devon. We designed this outdoor space to be a beautiful spot to enjoy the sunshine on a secluded and private area whilst making the most of the the sweeping slope of the back lawn. The wicker furniture ties perfectly with the composite cladding and stone finish on the building.
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Country Patio
Country Patio
Inspiration for a country patio in Other with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Porch
Porch
Norris ArchitectureNorris Architecture
Overlooking the lake and with rollaway screens
Design ideas for a country back patio in Austin with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Modern Farmhouse Backyard Landscape - Mequon, WI
Modern Farmhouse Backyard Landscape - Mequon, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
A planting bed with a linear group of river birch cuts into the concrete patio to help define two separate spaces. Renn Kuennen Photography
Inspiration for a large country back patio in Milwaukee with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Gallagher Farm Modern Rustic Patio & Dining Area
Gallagher Farm Modern Rustic Patio & Dining Area
TLC GardensTLC Gardens
The outdoor dining area opens up the opportunity to dine and gather in the outdoors at home with friends and family. A modern steel pergola custom designed and built for the space adds shade and is treated to match the home's color palette.
Larchlea Project
Larchlea Project
Petrucci HomesPetrucci Homes
Photo of a medium sized country back patio in Detroit with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bbq area.
The Alred Project
The Alred Project
Pratt GuysPratt Guys
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Inspiration for a medium sized rural patio in Jacksonville.
Guest House Exterior
Guest House Exterior
Paragon Custom BuildersParagon Custom Builders
The Guest House has pocketing lift and slide steel doors to provide an indoor/outdoor living space. The gravel patio connects the area to the rest of the landscape.
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.
St. Helena, CA Residence
St. Helena, CA Residence
Weaver Design GroupWeaver Design Group
Medium sized country back patio in San Francisco with tiled flooring.
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.
vintage country side
vintage country side
Julien CLAPOTJulien CLAPOT
©julien clapot
Design ideas for a large farmhouse back patio in Paris with a roof extension.
Elmhurst Front Yard Paver Seating Area and Landscape
Elmhurst Front Yard Paver Seating Area and Landscape
Wave Outdoors Landscape + DesignWave Outdoors Landscape + Design
Inspiration for a rural patio in Chicago.
Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse
Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse
Younger HomesYounger Homes
Large rural back patio in Austin with decking, a roof extension and a bar area.
The Oaks
The Oaks
TOTAL CONCEPTSTOTAL CONCEPTS
Photo of a rural patio in San Francisco.
Welcome to Outdoor Living at Gallagher Farm
Welcome to Outdoor Living at Gallagher Farm
TLC GardensTLC Gardens
The backyard at Gallagher Farm welcomes you into the outdoor dining patio, underneath a TLC Steel pergola, custom designed to fit the space.
Inspiration for a large farmhouse back patio in Denver with natural stone paving.
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Photo of an expansive rural back patio in Denver with a pergola.

Country 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.
Coventry
Coventry
Christine McGovern DesignChristine McGovern Design
This is an example of a country patio in New York.
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