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Rustic Side Patio Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor Stone Fireplace Kits
Outdoor Stone Fireplace Kits
Daco StoneDaco Stone
Daco Stone
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic side patio in Atlanta with a fireplace, natural stone paving and no cover.
Martis CAmp Lot 584
Martis CAmp Lot 584
Kelly & Stone ArchitectsKelly & Stone Architects
Vance Fox
Photo of a medium sized rustic side patio in Sacramento with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Custom Ranch Lodge
Custom Ranch Lodge
Outland Hill Country LLCOutland Hill Country LLC
Photo of a medium sized rustic side patio in Austin with a fire feature, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Beautiful Flagstone
Beautiful Flagstone
All Natural LandscapesAll Natural Landscapes
Frank Spiker
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic side patio in Detroit with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
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.
Patio
Patio
THINK Architecture, Inc.THINK Architecture, Inc.
Large rustic side patio in Salt Lake City with a fire feature, a roof extension and concrete paving.
Cedar Carport In Pilot Point, Texas - Plans Available!
Cedar Carport In Pilot Point, Texas - Plans Available!
Denton Pergolas and LandscapingDenton Pergolas and Landscaping
Front View of our 26' x 26' carport / pavilion in Pilot Point Texas. All of the lumber is solid western red cedar, styled as a traditional timber frame structure.
Deck Addition, Breckenridge, Colorado
Deck Addition, Breckenridge, Colorado
New West PartnersNew West Partners
This addition to an existing home in the exclusive Highlands neighborhood in Breckenridge, Colorado features stone and timber surrounding an expansive deck with hot tub and cooking area. This mountain getaway was enhanced greatly through its design to fit the existing home
Crenshaw Residence
Crenshaw Residence
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesJordan Iverson Signature Homes
Outdoor patio with gas fireplace that lives right off the kitchen. Perfect for hosting or being outside privately, as it's secluded from neighbors. Wood floors, cement walls with a cover.
Eldorado Springs Native
Eldorado Springs Native
Bri LehmanBri Lehman
A flagstone patio mixing red and buff to blend into the surrounding landscape.
Photo of a large rustic side patio in Denver with natural stone paving and no cover.
Canadian Pergola
Canadian Pergola
806 Outdoors Ltd Co806 Outdoors Ltd Co
24’ X 16’ Western Red Cedar Pergola built by 806 Outdoors and installed at the Hamker Ranch in Canadian, TX
Medium sized rustic side patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a pergola.
Allen pathway and install
Allen pathway and install
K and K Nursery and LandscapeK and K Nursery and Landscape
Design ideas for a small rustic side patio in Oklahoma City with natural stone paving.
Covered Patio with Faux Wood Beam and Plank Ceiling
Covered Patio with Faux Wood Beam and Plank Ceiling
Barron DesignsBarron Designs
Faux wood beams and planks create an attractive ceiling design for this covered patio that is virtually weatherproof.
Design ideas for a large rustic side patio in Charlotte with stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Nature’s Gate
Nature’s Gate
Andrea Swan - Swan ArchitectureAndrea Swan - Swan Architecture
Amundson Photography
Photo of a large rustic side patio in Minneapolis with no cover.
Lone Madrone Retreat
Lone Madrone Retreat
Heliotrope ArchitectsHeliotrope Architects
Sean Airhart
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic side patio in Seattle with decking.
MN Luxury Home Tour
MN Luxury Home Tour
yardscapes Inc.yardscapes Inc.
This 2014 Luxury Home was part of Midwest Home's Tour. David Kopfmann of Yardscapes, was able to lend to the architecture of the home and create some very detailed touches with different styles of stone and plant material. This image is of the side yard, where David used mortared limestone for the fireplace and a concrete paver for the patio. He used plant material to create texture and color. Boulder outcroppings were also used to lend some interest and retaining along the walkway.
Crenshaw Residence
Crenshaw Residence
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesJordan Iverson Signature Homes
Outdoor patio with gas fireplace that lives right off the kitchen. Perfect for hosting or being outside privately, as it's secluded from neighbors. Wood floors, cement walls with a cover.
Lakeside Timber Frame Home and Pavilions
Lakeside Timber Frame Home and Pavilions
KohlMark Architects and BuildersKohlMark Architects and Builders
The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography
reudi retreat
reudi retreat
AXIS ProductionsAXIS Productions
axis productions, inc draper white photography
Photo of a medium sized rustic side patio in Denver with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
3006 Paleface Ct
3006 Paleface Ct
Simply HomeSimply Home
Studio 12
Photo of a small rustic side patio in Austin with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.

Rustic Side 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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