The patio as an outdoor roomMake the space outside your door worth spending time in
A patio should have room for the way you live: pulling out a dining chair, carrying food from the kitchen, relaxing beside the garden, or moving between the house and lawn. Landscape Charlie brings patio design and construction together so those everyday connections shape the finished space.
The paved dining area shown here illustrates a useful relationship between a porch, a table, and the surrounding yard. Your layout can take a different direction: an open gathering space, a quieter seating corner, or a connection to existing outdoor features. Start with the activities and furniture that matter to you.
Explore more patio designs and project photographs to compare the look and use of different outdoor spaces.