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Patio with Gravel and Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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Garden Stone and HomeGarden Stone and Home
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Orlando with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and no cover.
Modern Classic
Modern Classic
Melanie Rekola Landscape DesignMelanie Rekola Landscape Design
Landscape design and photography by Melanie Rekola
Inspiration for a small modern back patio in Toronto with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Modern Classic
Modern Classic
Melanie Rekola Landscape DesignMelanie Rekola Landscape Design
Landscape design and photography by Melanie Rekola
Inspiration for a small modern back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Cozy, Rustic Patio
Cozy, Rustic Patio
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Rustic back patio in Seattle with natural stone paving, no cover and a fireplace.
Hinsdale Renovation
Hinsdale Renovation
Jillian Richey DesignJillian Richey Design
Photo of a large classic back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
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.
Kalorama Contemporary
Kalorama Contemporary
Horn & Co. (Previously JHLA)Horn & Co. (Previously JHLA)
Design ideas for a small world-inspired back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Rancho Sante Fe Lakes Residence
Rancho Sante Fe Lakes Residence
LINEAR Landscape ArchitectureLINEAR Landscape Architecture
Linear Photography
This is an example of a mediterranean back patio in San Diego with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Charming Cottage Courtyard
Charming Cottage Courtyard
Garden Nest Residential LandscapeGarden Nest Residential Landscape
Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and no cover.
The Peninsula at Rough Hollow
The Peninsula at Rough Hollow
Kelle Contine Interior Design, LLCKelle Contine Interior Design, LLC
Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard patio in Austin with gravel and a pergola.
Weekend In The Country
Weekend In The Country
Louis Fusco Landscape ArchitectsLouis Fusco Landscape Architects
Out door Entertainment Area
This is an example of a medium sized country back patio in New York with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Garden landscaping in Twickenham
Garden landscaping in Twickenham
Positive Garden LtdPositive Garden Ltd
Garden landscaping in Twickenham. Stone: Indian Mint Sandstone (riven) from London Stone Bricks: Reclaimed London yellow stock Fence: Jackson's featherboard fencing Raised bed, low retaining wall, and a bench: green oak untreated sleepers Corten steel planters Irrigation system and led Hunza copper spike lights Positive Garden Ltd
Multi-Level Urban Row House
Multi-Level Urban Row House
Topiarius, IncTopiarius, Inc
Medium sized modern back patio in Chicago with an outdoor shower, natural stone paving and no cover.
Eagle Rock Residence
Eagle Rock Residence
KA ArchitectureKA Architecture
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio in Other with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Our Work
Our Work
Earth Green LandsEarth Green Lands
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Port Republic Project
Port Republic Project
Honeysuckle Nursery & DesignHoneysuckle Nursery & Design
Large classic back patio in Baltimore with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Walkways and Patios
Walkways and Patios
Fireplace Re-FitterFireplace Re-Fitter
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Boston with natural stone paving and no cover.
Courtyard makeover
Courtyard makeover
Blue Sky Maintenance Solutions LLCBlue Sky Maintenance Solutions LLC
Blue Sky Solutions
Medium sized traditional back patio in Atlanta with a potted garden, a pergola and gravel.
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
Van Putte LandscapeVan Putte Landscape
The outdoor fireplace and patio make a beautiful focal point in this exquisite backyard landscape renovation. Installed by Van Putte Landscape. - Photo Credit - Chipper Hatter.

Patio with Gravel and 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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