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Country Patio with Gravel Ideas and Designs

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1868 VZ CR 2144, Wills Point, Texas 75169
1868 VZ CR 2144, Wills Point, Texas 75169
Solomon Rodgers PhotographySolomon Rodgers Photography
Photo of a large rural back patio in Dallas with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Full Farmhouse Remodel
Full Farmhouse Remodel
Black & White InteriorsBlack & White Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized rural back patio in Austin with gravel and no cover.
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.
Hear what our clients, Lisa & Rick, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Hannah Goering Photography
Outside Farm Kitchen
Outside Farm Kitchen
QFC IncorporatedQFC Incorporated
Inspiration for a medium sized country back patio in Other with a fire feature, gravel and a pergola.
Modern Victorian
Modern Victorian
Tim Brown ArchitectureTim Brown Architecture
Casey Fry
Inspiration for a farmhouse side patio in Austin with gravel, no cover and fencing.
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.
Hear what our clients, Lisa & Rick, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Hannah Goering Photography
Country Patio
Country Patio
Design ideas for a small farmhouse courtyard patio in Other with gravel.
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.
Hear what our clients, Lisa & Rick, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Hannah Goering Photography
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Photo of a rural back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, gravel and a gazebo.
O'Neil Passive House
O'Neil Passive House
Signum ArchitectureSignum Architecture
Photo of a large country courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature, gravel and no cover.
SOLLENTUNA STOCKHOLM klassisk trädgård med varm och enkel känsla
SOLLENTUNA STOCKHOLM klassisk trädgård med varm och enkel känsla
Garden by AnnaGarden by Anna
Aneta Zajaczkowska
This is an example of a country patio in Stockholm with an outdoor kitchen and gravel.
O'Neil Passive House
O'Neil Passive House
Signum ArchitectureSignum Architecture
Photo of a large farmhouse courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature, gravel and no cover.
Side Yard Patio
Side Yard Patio
Renaissance Partners, LLCRenaissance Partners, LLC
Medium sized farmhouse side patio in New York with a fire feature and gravel.
The Happy House
The Happy House
NUMI BuildNUMI Build
Photo: The Salty Shutters
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse back patio in Los Angeles with gravel.
O'Neil Passive House
O'Neil Passive House
Signum ArchitectureSignum Architecture
This is an example of a large farmhouse courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature, gravel and no cover.
The Garden Apartment, Inverdart
The Garden Apartment, Inverdart
UserUser
A Garden Apartment occupying the entire ground floor of this impressive Arts & Crafts House. The extensive accommodation has contemporary styling that compliments the period features and benefits from large sunny terraces overlooking the River Dart and out to sea. Photography by Colin Cadle Photo-Styling Jan Cadle
The Garden Apartment, Inverdart
The Garden Apartment, Inverdart
UserUser
A Garden Apartment occupying the entire ground floor of this impressive Arts & Crafts House. The extensive accommodation has contemporary styling that compliments the period features and benefits from large sunny terraces overlooking the River Dart and out to sea. Photography by Colin Cadle Photo-Styling Jan Cadle
The Garden Apartment, Inverdart
The Garden Apartment, Inverdart
UserUser
A Garden Apartment occupying the entire ground floor of this impressive Arts & Crafts House. The extensive accommodation has contemporary styling that compliments the period features and benefits from large sunny terraces overlooking the River Dart and out to sea. Photography by Colin Cadle Photo-Styling Jan Cadle
Cozy Cottage Garden
Cozy Cottage Garden
Eden's Garden DesignEden's Garden Design
Inspiration for a medium sized farmhouse back patio in Salt Lake City with gravel.

Country Patio with Gravel 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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