Large Patio with Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

Inspiration for a large farmhouse front patio in Dallas with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Hillway San Carlos | Master Bedroom Addition + Outdoor Kitchen Plans

Plan A Design Group

This is an example of a large traditional back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.

Pool House on a Georgian Estate

VanderHorn Architects

The soaring vaulted ceiling and its exposed timber framing rises from the sturdy brick arched facades. Flemish bond (above the arches), running bond (columns), and basket weave patterns (kitchen wall) differentiate distinct surfaces of the classical composition. A paddle fan suspended from the ceiling provides a comforting breeze to the seating areas below. Gus Cantavero Photography

Palmerston Lake Cottage

Bell+Associates Architecture Inc.

Front Porch Photography
Photo of a large rustic back patio in Ottawa with natural stone paving and no cover.

Hollywood Hill, Woodinville

Reynolds Landscape LLC

Large random flagstone slabs in hues of blue, gray, brown and copper are artistically formed to create a stunning patio mosaic that captures your attention and blends with the backyard lawn and gardens. Woodinville, WA.

Natural stone patios

Cobblestone Landscape LLC

Design ideas for a large classic back patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.

Greico Designer Builders Dallas

Greico Designers/Builders Dallas

View of courtyard from upper level
Photo of a large modern courtyard patio in Dallas with natural stone paving and no cover.

Traditional Pool House with Stone Facade

BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS

This Bevolo® original was designed in the 1940s by world renowned architect A. Hays Town and Andrew Bevolo Sr. This Original French Quarter® lantern adorns many historic buildings across the country. The light can be used with a wide range of architectural styles. It is available in natural gas, liquid propane, and electric. Standard Lantern Sizes Height Width Depth 14.0" 9.25" 9.25" 18.0" 10.5" 10.5" 21.0" 11.5" 11.5" 24.0" 13.25" 13.25" 27.0" 14.5" 14.5" *30" 17.5" 17.5" *36" 21.5" 21.5"

Gallagher Farm Modern Rustic Patio & Dining Area

TLC 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.

Idyllic Modern

David Thorne Landscape Architect

Marion Brenner Photography
This is an example of a large modern front patio in San Francisco with a fire feature and natural stone paving.

Hilltop

Roberta Wilson

Outdoor Kitchen and Entertaining Patio Mark Pinkerton - Vi360 Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Fairbanks Highlands

Torrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc

Inspiration for a large mediterranean front patio in San Diego with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.

Lakefront Glimmer

AOME Architects

Mike Jensen Photography
Photo of a large classic back patio in Seattle with natural stone paving and a pergola.

Greene Residence

New West Partners

Design ideas for a large rustic back patio in Denver with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.

SL Jensen New Construction

SL Jensen Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a large back patio in Omaha with natural stone paving and no cover.

Scotts Valley Residence

SSA Landscape Architects

John Benson Photography
Large mediterranean back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.

Fire pit and natural stone patio

Land Creations Landscaping Inc.

Jeff Rak
This is an example of a large rustic back patio in Cleveland with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.

Fiberglass pergola covering hot tub

Fine Decks Inc.

Landscaping done by Annapolis Landscaping ( www.annapolislandscaping.com) Patio done by Beautylandscaping (www.beautylandscaping.com)
Photo of a large classic back patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving, a gazebo and a bar area.

Outdoor kitchen in Stockport, Cheshire

Grillo Outdoor Kitchens

One of our all-time favourite projects, this spacious L-shape project in Stockport, Cheshire is destined to be the envy of every friend, neighbour and guest that sets eyes on this garden. The kitchen blends in beautifully with the surrounding landscaping and lighting schemes, constructed by Creative Gardens & Driveways. The bar table and stool seating with the beautiful ‘Habitat’ design feature faces the rest of the beautifully landscaped gardens. The Millboard feature walls tie the design in with other zones in the garden. With a Gas BBQ for convenience and a Gusto Charcoal BBQ for that smoky style, this kitchen is every social Chef’s dream.

Cupcake Cosmos

Laurie Demetrio Interiors

Outdoor Patio with Kitchen
Inspiration for a large coastal back patio in Chicago with natural stone paving, an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.

Large Patio with Natural Stone Paving 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 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 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 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 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 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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