Paver Patios Extend Home’s Living Space
Posted by Laura Nelson on May 10, 2010
By Sherry Nelson
One of the easiest ways to expand the living space in your home is to do it outdoors. Creating a backyard paver patio offers solid lasting beauty. Too often, though, homeowners settle for a flat surface, one dimensional, traditional style.
Homeowners today want a backyard experience that makes friends and family feel like they’re getting away when they get together. Outdoor living spaces are likely to include several features woven into the patio design.
Explore the endless design possibilities of pavers, and create a custom retreat that suits your lifestyle. Be sure to incorporate steps, multi-levels, garden seats, and lighting to create a cozy ambience for your environment.
Plan for weather that may not be perfect by adding a pergola to the patio. It could be an open design that offers filtered sun, or a roofed structure to give complete shade.
Include a planter box to bring a splash of color to the patio with seasonal blooms. If you grill often, consider a built-in barbecue.
To see more ideas for expanding your living space outdoors, visit Unilock at 301 E. Sullivan Rd., Aurora. 60505, (630) 892-9191. www.unilock.com
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