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Rustic Patio with a Living Wall Ideas and Designs

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Mountain Cabin
Mountain Cabin
Confluence ArchitectureConfluence Architecture
Heavy timber and steel grape arbor and sun shade on south patio
Design ideas for a small rustic side patio in Denver with a living wall, natural stone paving and no cover.
Ideas
Ideas
ArkiurbanaArkiurbana
This is an example of a rustic side patio in Dallas with a living wall, brick paving and a pergola.
Ceadar Post Louvered Patio Cover
Ceadar Post Louvered Patio Cover
Patios Plus LLCPatios Plus LLC
This is an example of a rustic back patio in St Louis with a living wall.
Rustic Crestview Backyard Retreat
Rustic Crestview Backyard Retreat
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
Another fun Crestview project! This young couple wanted a back yard that reflected their bohemian-eclectic style and could add additional privacy from the ever climbing construction around them. A place for “hanging out and drinking coffee or beer in the backyard.” But what was most exciting, was the air stream they had just purchased and were in the process of restoring. With the end goal of using it as a guest home for family and friends, we were challenged with creating a space that was cohesive and connected this new living space with the rest of the yard. In the front we had another quark to fix. The sidewalk from their front door to the street suddenly stopped 5 feet from the curb, making a less than inviting entry for guests. So, creating a new usable entryway with additional curb appeal was a top priority. We managed the entertainment space by using modern poured concrete pad’s as a focal. A poured concrete wall serves as a bench as well as creates a visual anchor for the patio area. To soften the hard materials, small plantings of succulents and ground cover were planted in the spaces between the pads. For a backdrop, a custom Cedar Plank wall and trellis combined to soften the vertical space and add plenty of privacy. The trellis is anchored by a Coral Vine to add interest. Cafe style lighting was strung across the area create a sense of intimacy. We also completed the fence transition, and eliminated the grass areas that were not being utilized to reduce the amount of water waste in the landscape, and replaced these areas with beneficial plantings for the wildlife. Overall, this landscape was completed with a cohesive Austin-friendly design in mind for these busy young professionals! Caleb Kerr - http://www.calebkerr.com
Hillside Patio
Hillside Patio
B.DeMichele Inc.B.DeMichele Inc.
A flight of step leads down to a small patio perched on the hillside
Small rustic back patio in Philadelphia with a living wall, concrete paving and no cover.
Our Work
Our Work
Original Bruce DesignsOriginal Bruce Designs
You don't need to keep saying "serenity now" it automatically invades you.
Large rustic back patio in Austin with a living wall, gravel and a gazebo.
Petaluma Hillside Garden
Petaluma Hillside Garden
FDC Design BuildFDC Design Build
This is an example of a rustic back patio in San Francisco with a living wall, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Lodi perimeter overflow pool
Lodi perimeter overflow pool
Spring Creek Watergardens and LandscapeSpring Creek Watergardens and Landscape
michael saia
Inspiration for a rustic back patio in Sacramento with a living wall, stamped concrete and a pergola.
Arbors & Trellises
Arbors & Trellises
Earth Environments LLCEarth Environments LLC
This is an example of a rustic back patio in Detroit with a living wall and brick paving.
Elite, Secure Retreat on 7 Acres
Elite, Secure Retreat on 7 Acres
White Spider Rental ConciergeWhite Spider Rental Concierge
Airbnb Photo
Design ideas for a rustic courtyard patio in Portland with a living wall and natural stone paving.
Predmore
Predmore
Outdoor Artisan, Inc.Outdoor Artisan, Inc.
Photo taken by Tracie Newey
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Charlotte with a living wall, natural stone paving and no cover.
Our Work
Our Work
Hinkle Landscaping and Design Co.Hinkle Landscaping and Design Co.
Clematis 'Jackmanii' is a clematis cultivar which, when it was introduced in 1862, was the first of the modern large-flowered hybrid clematises of gardens. Interestingly, it remains a time-proven classic climber still used today.
Evergreen Acres
Evergreen Acres
Carleen GosneyCarleen Gosney
Caleb Melvin
This is an example of an expansive rustic back patio in Seattle with a living wall, natural stone paving and no cover.
Arbors
Arbors
Arroyo Seco ConstructionArroyo Seco Construction
Large arbor and outdoor entertaining area created for Lake Cachuma State Park.
Medium sized rustic back patio in Santa Barbara with a living wall.
Wood Garden Walls
Wood Garden Walls
Dedico DesignDedico Design
Photo of a rustic back patio in Other with a living wall, gravel and no cover.
Rediseño de patio exterior en la joya etapa opalo
Rediseño de patio exterior en la joya etapa opalo
Eduardo FajardoEduardo Fajardo
Nuestro cliente tenia un patio muy sencillo y quiso que le modifiquemos un patio diferente y que apliquemos palets implementamos materiales como estos que ayudan al medio ambiente y dandole un estilo rustico a su patio
Evergreen Acres
Evergreen Acres
Carleen GosneyCarleen Gosney
Caleb Melvin
This is an example of an expansive rustic back patio in Seattle with a living wall, natural stone paving and no cover.
Ideas
Ideas
ArkiurbanaArkiurbana
Photo of a rustic side patio in Dallas with a living wall, brick paving and a pergola.
Petaluma Hillside Garden
Petaluma Hillside Garden
FDC Design BuildFDC Design Build
Design ideas for a small rustic back patio in San Francisco with a living wall, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Evergreen Acres
Evergreen Acres
Carleen GosneyCarleen Gosney
Caleb Melvin
Design ideas for an expansive rustic back patio in Seattle with a living wall, natural stone paving and no cover.

Rustic Patio with a Living Wall 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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