When we decided to add a patio, I thought it would just be another space outside. I underestimated how much it would change how we use our yard. We chose simple pavers, laid them out in a curved shape, and added a few borders to make it feel intentional.
What surprised me most wasn’t the look it was the way the space drew people together. We drag chairs out there after dinner, kids spread out with snacks, and weekend mornings suddenly feel like mini vacations.
It reminded me that the best hardscape projects aren’t about showing off. They’re about creating places you actually want to use.