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Large Rustic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Rustic Manor
Rustic Manor
Black Rock Construction Inc.Black Rock Construction Inc.
Photo of a large rustic back patio in Other with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Hidden Lake
Hidden Lake
Arcanum ArchitectureArcanum Architecture
Design ideas for a large rustic back patio in Sacramento with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Paradise Valley Residence
Paradise Valley Residence
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Rustic sunken fire pit with bluestone gravel and large boulders
Rustic sunken fire pit with bluestone gravel and large boulders
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Seating for eight on the rustic green adirondack chairs. Fire pit is sunken into the earth and ringed with large granite boulders. Bluestone gravel adds to the rustic feel. Photo by Russell and Terra Jenkins
Redmond Backyard Resort and Oasis
Redmond Backyard Resort and Oasis
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
www.Parkscreative.com
Large rustic back patio in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Buckhaven Pavilion
Buckhaven Pavilion
Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden CenterDrake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio in Portland with tiled flooring, a gazebo and a bbq area.
Exteriors
Exteriors
4D Design + Consulting4D Design + Consulting
Large rustic patio in Other.
Rustic Backyard Fire Place | Patios
Rustic Backyard Fire Place | Patios
Southview DesignSouthview Design
Mountain cabin-style backyard paver patio with a one-of-a-kind fireplace.
Photo of a large rustic back patio in Minneapolis with a fireplace and natural stone paving.
Greenville, SC | South Hampton
Greenville, SC | South Hampton
Milestone Custom HomesMilestone Custom Homes
Retractable patio doors lead to an amazing transitional/rustic covered porch. Wood stained ceiling and a chandelier fit for the finest dining room anywhere add a totally polished element to this space. Stone pavers & stone wood burning fireplace make this a very impressive outdoor living space.
Golf Course Living
Golf Course Living
CC Designs LLCCC Designs LLC
Large rustic back patio in Denver with a roof extension and tiled flooring.
Barbecue & Outdoor Kitchens
Barbecue & Outdoor Kitchens
Firelight Hearth & PatioFirelight Hearth & Patio
Large rustic back patio in Phoenix with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Samples of Work
Samples of Work
Flowers Landscape Design IncFlowers Landscape Design Inc
Design ideas for a large rustic back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Pool Cabana
Pool Cabana
Axis ConstructionAxis Construction
Kay Chance Photography
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Paver Patios
Paver Patios
Autumn Hill Patio & LandscapeAutumn Hill Patio & Landscape
Design ideas for a large rustic back patio in Wilmington with concrete paving and no cover.
Streamside, Idaho
Streamside, Idaho
Wilkinson-Montesano BuildersWilkinson-Montesano Builders
Large rustic back patio in Other with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Living Area
Outdoor Living Area
Warner Audio & VideoWarner Audio & Video
Design ideas for a large rustic back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a gazebo.
Terraced stone patio with fire pit
Terraced stone patio with fire pit
Landscapes by Tom LLCLandscapes by Tom LLC
Terraced stone retaining walls with a bluestone patio and fire pit. Grand arched stairs made of natural stone stair steps.
Large rustic back patio in Boston with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Grandfather Vineyard Pavilion
Grandfather Vineyard Pavilion
Carolina TimberworksCarolina Timberworks
Douglas Fir timber frame Party Barn pavilion at Grandfather Vineyards. © Carolina Timberworks
Large rustic back patio in Charlotte with decking and a gazebo.
Stone Built-in Grill
Stone Built-in Grill
Merrifield Garden CenterMerrifield Garden Center
Just outside the porch, a necessary retaining wall does double duty as a built-in grill and warming drawer. The thick flagstone counter top coordinates with the flagstone patio. Design and installation by Merrifield Garden Center.
Highcamp Residence
Highcamp Residence
Design Associates - Lynette Zambon, Carol MericaDesign Associates - Lynette Zambon, Carol Merica
Outdoor dining at its finest.
Large rustic patio in Other with natural stone paving and no cover.

Large Rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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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