Stone additions can give your home exterior a rustic and finished look. By taking advantage of the natural appeal and texture of rough stone, you can craft distinctive additions to your outdoor space. These exterior modifications provide an attractive way to finish off your outdoor space design and create a permanent addition to your homestead.

Flagstone Patio
Create outdoor living space with a flagstone patio. While you can use nearly any type of stone to create a rustic patio, flagstone's flat surface and appealing hues make it a good material choice. By laying out large chunks of flagstone in intricate patterns and filling the spaces in between with sand, you can craft a relaxing, stone-themed outdoor oasis.

Stone Garden Surround
Those who prefer a natural look to manufactured options may enjoy a stone garden surround. Instead of using a plastic, wood or concrete barrier to separate your garden from the lawn, stack stones carefully around your garden perimeter to create a makeshift garden retention wall. The addition serves a utilitarian purpose and dresses up your garden space.

Stone Mailbox Surround
Make your mailbox a more permanent home exterior fixture with a stone mailbox surround. Using uniformly-shaped stones and concrete, create a round or square stone structure around your mailbox. The stone addition gives this useful container a more regal and decorated look. This structure is particularly wise if your mailbox rests against a street and is subject to collisions.

Stone Fire Pit
Many homeowners enjoy gathering around a fire pit during chilly evenings. Create a fire pit in your backyard out of stone instead of standard brick. Using stone, while a bit more difficult to work with than brick, gives your fire pit area a more natural look and sets it apart from other fire pit designs. Create a stand-alone fire pit, or place the pit in the center of a stone patio to build a full outdoor relaxation space.