Are bricks good for patios?

Bricks are highly adaptable, making them suitable for use as your patio material. You’ll need to have a base of sand or mortar to help hold the bricks in place. They will provide a stable and durable base for your patio.

Is a brick patio cheaper than a concrete patio?

Concrete pavers are more affordable than bricks. The raw material used to make the concrete pavers is cheaper than bricks, making the finished product cheaper.

How long do brick patios last?

High-quality bricks that receive regular maintenance can last for up to 25 years, sometimes even longer. Bricks that do not experience a lot of wear and tear will last longer than those that undergo heavy use.

5 Brick Patio Ideas and Patterns

A brick patio has a finished and professional-looking design that elevates your backyard space. You can have one in your backyard no matter what your budget and design aesthetic is. So cover your ugly poured concrete patio or build a new patio that adds more usable space in your backyard.

These brick patio ideas will help you design the perfect brick patio for your outdoor living space.

1. Circular (Round) Brick Patios

Arranging the bricks in a circular pattern can give your backyard an interesting patio design. However, you’ll need more space in your backyard to build your patio because the usable square footage is smaller. You don’t have the corners like you would with a square or rectangle patio. For maximum space, consider adding a curved portion to one of the straight sides of your patio.

Circular brick patio with a central pattern, surrounded by grass — Source: @buntymadeit via Instagram

Partial view of a circular stone patio and curved paver edging

Aerial view of circular brick patio and gardener at work — Source: @taminator27 via Instagram

Twilight over a backyard with new circular patio and path — Source: @taylormadelandscape via Instagram

Colorful circular brick patio in a gravel and grass garden — Source: @front2backlandscapes via Instagram

Another great option is to use the bricks as a round patio located in the middle of your backyard. It can be a small patio that joins multiple walkways together. A circular patio is also good as the base for a fire pit because the round patio mirrors the round fire pit. Consider building one in your garden for a small bench or a cafe table and chairs.

2. Fire Pit Designs in Brick Patio Setting

Adding a fire pit to your backyard gives you a warm gathering place. The fire adds a gentle glowing light that is perfect for evening entertaining. The warmth from the fire helps keep you comfortable when the temperatures dip. Bricks are heat-resistant and durable, making them perfect for building your fire pit. You can build a pit that’s the perfect size for your backyard and budget.

Backyard with fire pit and patio beside a modern home — Source: @chrisgeorgecustomhomes via Instagram

Patio with fire pit and blue chairs in a lush garden setting — Source: @immeasurablymorehomes via Instagram

If a fire pit seems a bit too casual for your backyard, then build an outdoor fireplace instead. This patio idea is perfect for turning your patio into an outdoor living room. Instead of Adirondack chairs, arrange living room inspired patio furniture like a sofa and accent chairs. Build a cover over the backyard patio furniture so that you can enjoy the fireplace throughout the year.

3. Interlocking Brick Patterns for Stylish Patios

When using rectangular-shaped bricks, you aren’t stuck with laying them in rows. While you can use this simple pattern for the walkways, get more creative with the large spaces, like the patio area. Use the paving stones to create an interlocking pattern. For example, a herringbone pattern looks a bit like a chevron pattern, but the angled bricks interlock with each other.

Raised brick patio with steps in a suburban backyard — Source: @clandscapeconstruction via Instagram

Modern patio with interlocking stones and landscaped yard — Source: @hg.landscaping.inc via Instagram

Two views of a wet variegated stone patio after rain — Source: @jdlandscapingllc via Instagram

Patio with stone tiles against a stone wall with lifebuoy decor — Source: @kingstoninterlocking via Instagram

Gray interlocking brick patio with white railing and steps — Source: @sbp_contracting via Instagram

Close up of a gray patterned interlocking brick patio — Source: @whitestonelandscape via Instagram

There are also paving stones that come in a specific shape designed for interlocking. When looked at individually, the stones look strange and lopsided. However, once you start placing them, you’ll see that they perfectly line up with the stones around them. The finished look is an interlocking pattern that looks intricate.

4. Modern and Customizable Brick Paver Designs

Modern clay pavers are the next generation of red bricks. They come in more colors so that you can choose a custom color for your paver patio. They also come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. This helps you create a custom design by using more than one type of paver for your patio. Perhaps you use a wedge shape to create a circular pattern. Then add a border and transition into using a square, rectangle, round, or hexagon shape.

Spacious brick patio with pergola and outdoor furniture — Source: @creeksidenwi via Instagram

Curved paver walkway leading to a house with a yellow door — Source: @stonepaving_inc via Instagram

Consider the size, shape, and color when picking out multiple pavers. They need to be different enough to look purposeful and complement each other for a cohesive design. For a modern look, consider using grass as a part of your design. Depending on where you live, you could use moss, dwarf mondo grass, or artificial turf to add natural green accents to your paver design.

5. Traditional Red Brick Patios

Red brick pavers give your brick patio design a traditional look. They are perfect for a colonial style or another classically designed home. They can also elevate the look of your home. To keep the traditional feel, stick with the standard brick size and have them professionally laid. This ensures they have the proper base so that they don’t shift or sink over time.

Cozy brick patio with loungers and potted plants by a home — Source: @bridgets_suffolk_garden via Instagram

Garden patio with red bricks and black outdoor furniture — Source: @helileinonkoski via Instagram

Children seated around a fire pit on a circular brick patio — Source: @kanoscollective via Instagram

Red brick pathway leading to a building's side entrance — Source: @alfordsgardens via Instagram

Curved red brick path through a vibrant garden with sunflowers — Source: @stierscott via Instagram

Plan to add a finished edge of larger bricks or pavers to your red brick patio. A metal rail or concrete edge is also strong enough to hold your bricks in place. This gives your patio a polished look that keeps it in line with traditional designs. Simply using more brick isn’t enough and won’t be strong enough to hold your bricks securely for the long term. You also need to think about the pattern you’ll create with your red bricks. Laying them in lines is easy but boring. Place them in a herringbone pattern for an elevated look.