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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.
Corbett Lighting
Corbett Lighting
1800Lighting1800Lighting
http://www.1800lighting.com/
Photo of a country patio in Miami.
2017 Cleveland Homearama Model
2017 Cleveland Homearama Model
Otero Signature HomesOtero Signature Homes
Inspiration for a large rural back patio in Cleveland with an outdoor kitchen, a roof extension and natural stone paving.
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Weekend In The Country
Weekend In The Country
Louis Fusco Landscape ArchitectsLouis Fusco Landscape Architects
Photo of a medium sized country back patio in New York with natural stone paving and no cover.
French Provence Farmhouse
French Provence Farmhouse
Avalon Architectural, Inc.Avalon Architectural, Inc.
Architect Fleetwood joiner actually hand-distressed the stone around this entryway, to ensure regional accuracy in attention to detail.
Inspiration for a rural front patio in Orange County with natural stone paving.
Charming West Vancouver Cape Cod by McCabe Design & Interiors
Charming West Vancouver Cape Cod by McCabe Design & Interiors
McCabe Design & InteriorsMcCabe Design & Interiors
Photography: 360hometours.ca A Charming Cape Cod Home in West Vancouver underwent a full renovation and redesign by Tina McCabe of McCabe Design & Interiors. The homeowners wanted to keep the original character of the home whilst giving their home a complete makeover. The kitchen space was expanded by opening up the kitchen and dining room, adding French doors off the kitchen to a new deck, and moving the powder room as much as the existing plumbing allowed. A custom kitchen design with custom cabinets and storage was created. A custom "princess bathroom" was created by adding more floor space from the adjacent bedroom and hallway, designing custom millworker, and specifying equisite tile from New Jersey. The home also received refinished hardwood floors, new moulding and millwork, pot lights throughout and custom lighting fixtures, wainscotting, and a new coat of paint. Finally, the laundry was moved upstairs from the basement for ease of use.
Healdsburg Residence
Healdsburg Residence
Nick Noyes ArchitectureNick Noyes Architecture
Photography by Bruce Damonte
This is an example of a rural back patio in San Francisco with gravel.
House on River Lane
House on River Lane
Beinfield Architecture PCBeinfield Architecture PC
Jeff McNamara | McNamara Photography
This is an example of a rural patio in New York with a fire feature.
Mas provençal entre le Thoronet et Lorgues
Mas provençal entre le Thoronet et Lorgues
Danielle RoseDanielle Rose
de belles pierres en carrelage ont été posées devant les ouvertures et du gravier pour la suite de la terrasse.
Farmhouse patio in Other with gravel and a pergola.
Kitchen & Outdoor Bar
Kitchen & Outdoor Bar
Kleppinger Design Group, Inc.Kleppinger Design Group, Inc.
Greg Hadley Photography
Design ideas for a large farmhouse patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving and no cover.
In Campagna Patio
In Campagna Patio
Inspiration for a country patio in Florence with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Aerie Point
Aerie Point
Birdseye WoodshopBirdseye Woodshop
Pool house.
Photo of a country patio in Burlington with tiled flooring and a gazebo.
The Vineyard Farmhouse at Rough Hollow (Cedar Siding & Pine Soffit)
The Vineyard Farmhouse at Rough Hollow (Cedar Siding & Pine Soffit)
TimberTownTimberTown
The Vineyard Farmhouse in the Peninsula at Rough Hollow. This 2017 Greater Austin Parade Home was designed and built by Jenkins Custom Homes. Cedar Siding and the Pine for the soffits and ceilings was provided by TimberTown.
In Town Farmhouse
In Town Farmhouse
Lemburg HouseLemburg House
This is an example of a medium sized country back patio in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Quail Ridge
Quail Ridge
CRC Builders Inc.CRC Builders Inc.
Photo of an expansive farmhouse side patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Sierra Vista
Sierra Vista
Design WorksDesign Works
Photography: Ryan Garvin
Photo of a farmhouse patio in Orange County.
Rustic Texas Farmhouse Honors Both Past & Present
Rustic Texas Farmhouse Honors Both Past & Present
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
A rustic, yet refined Texas farmhouse by Architect Michael Imber is adorned throughout the exterior with handcrafted copper lanterns from Bevolo. Airy, light-filled, & set amid ancient pecan and sycamore tree groves, the architect's use of materials allows the structure to seamlessly harmonize with its surroundings, while Interior Designer Fern Santini's clever use of texture & patina, bring warmth to every room within. The result is a home built with a true understanding and love for the past. See more of the project. http://ow.ly/8mDo30nCqT7 Featured Lanterns: Governor Flush Mount http://ow.ly/iHRw30nCqVI
Olivenhain - Remodel
Olivenhain - Remodel
ProPacific Builders, Inc.ProPacific Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse back patio in San Diego with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Menlo Oaks Residence
Menlo Oaks Residence
Arcanum ArchitectureArcanum Architecture
Rural patio in San Francisco with a fire feature.

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.
In Town Farmhouse
In Town Farmhouse
Lemburg HouseLemburg House
Inspiration for a medium sized rural back patio in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
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