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Rustic Patio with Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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Braeswood Place Outdoor Covered Patio, Sunroom and Balcony
Braeswood Place Outdoor Covered Patio, Sunroom and Balcony
Remodelers of HoustonRemodelers of Houston
Detached covered patio made of custom milled cypress which is durable and weather-resistant. Amenities include a full outdoor kitchen, masonry wood burning fireplace and porch swing.
Rustic Modern Exterior Design
Rustic Modern Exterior Design
Techo-BlocTecho-Bloc
This project was designed with a custom patio using Blu Grande stones in shale grey to create a spacious outdoor seating area, a lounging area and a fire pit to gather around to enjoy warm evenings.
JH Modern
JH Modern
Pearson Design GroupPearson Design Group
Expansive rustic back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
American Gothic Country Retreat
American Gothic Country Retreat
MossCreekMossCreek
Envisioned as a country retreat for New York based clients, this collection of buildings was designed by MossCreek to meet the clients' wishes of using historical and antique structures. Serving as a country getaway, as well as a unique home for their art treasures, this was both an enjoyable and satisfying project for MossCreek and our clients.
Penstemon Lane
Penstemon Lane
Maggie T Fitzgerald AIAMaggie T Fitzgerald AIA
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio in Denver with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Northwest Retreat II
Northwest Retreat II
Deering Design Studio, Inc.Deering Design Studio, Inc.
Design ideas for a rustic back patio in Seattle with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Courtyards with no posts
Courtyards with no posts
Equinox Louvered RoofEquinox Louvered Roof
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back patio in Dallas with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Rustic Patio
Rustic Patio
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Salt Lake City with concrete slabs, no cover and a fireplace.
701
701
The PRG GroupThe PRG Group
Inspiration for a rustic patio in Other with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Tualatin River Rustic I Large Addition featuring Outdoor Living & Guest Suite
Tualatin River Rustic I Large Addition featuring Outdoor Living & Guest Suite
COOPER Design BuildCOOPER Design Build
This outdoor living space in Portland features everything you need to enjoy indoor activities while still enjoying the fresh air of the outdoors. An outdoor kitchen, living room, and dining room is the perfect trifecta for entertaining.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Urban Oasis Outdoor LivingUrban Oasis Outdoor Living
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Weatherwell Elite Aluminum Shutters
Weatherwell Elite Aluminum Shutters
Next Generation Custom BlindsNext Generation Custom Blinds
These Dallas home owners used Weatherwell Elite aluminum shutters to create privacy in their outdoor kitchen. The wood grain powder coat complements their rustic design scheme, and the operable louvers allow them to regulate the airflow.
Arbors & Pavilions - Rustic Cedar Pergola
Arbors & Pavilions - Rustic Cedar Pergola
Red Valley Landscape & Construction IncRed Valley Landscape & Construction Inc
Cedar arbor with stonework columns and outdoor kitchen on a luxuriously spacious patio area. All of this was constructed by Red Valley Landscape & Construction.
Outdoor Kitchen Fort Worth
Outdoor Kitchen Fort Worth
Weatherwell Elite - Aluminum ShuttersWeatherwell Elite - Aluminum Shutters
When the weather is cold, or the wind picks up, closing the lovers provides an extra barrier of protection from the elements.
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Hillside Garbage + Recycling Enclosure
Hillside Garbage + Recycling Enclosure
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Welded steel + gabion mesh create the structure for a cedar + angular basalt garbage enclosure, surrounded by a drought-tolerant landscape of Polystichum munitum, Festuca idahoensis, Madrones and Ponderosa Pines.
Montana Family Compound
Montana Family Compound
Shannon Callaghan Interior DesignShannon Callaghan Interior Design
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Other with a roof extension and concrete slabs.
Steiner Ranch Fireplace, Patio and Outdoor Kitchen
Steiner Ranch Fireplace, Patio and Outdoor Kitchen
Hill Country Outdoor LivingHill Country Outdoor Living
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Arcadia Catio
Arcadia Catio
Finesse, Inc.Finesse, Inc.
Our client wanted an outdoor living space for her Border Collies and rescued cats. We used her existing patio and gave it a good power washing, fresh paint and we brought in Rough Sawn Redwood to create the fence and cat walks. We also added the trellis to support her healthy plants that would provide shade during the hotter months and bring several hummingbirds to home. PC: Aaron Gilless
Outdoor Kitchen Fort Worth
Outdoor Kitchen Fort Worth
Weatherwell Elite - Aluminum ShuttersWeatherwell Elite - Aluminum Shutters
Weatherwell Elite aluminum shutters were retro fitted to this outdoor room to allow the owners to use this space again after southerly winds and lack of privacy had prevented them from using the the area. They love: being able to operate the louvers to be at varying degrees of openness, having no maintenance, being able to hose to clean, and the life-like look and feel of the textured wood look powder coat.
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.

Rustic Patio with Concrete Slabs 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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