1. Patio Use – Think about how you want to use the space. Do you like to entertain? Would you like a space for cooking and/or dining? Maybe you have a fire pit area in mind? How you want to use the space will determine how big you need your paver patio area to be and will also have an impact on budget and other design options like placement and product choice.
2. Size – As mentioned above, deciding on your patio use will help you to determine the size you require. For example, if you want to include a dining area into your patio space, make sure you will have enough space to fit furniture with room to walk around.
3. Location – When deciding on location, think about convenience and flow of the space. For example, a paving stone patio area for a barbecue works well near a doorway allowing easy access to the kitchen. Other important things to note when choosing the location of your new patio are: water flow & drainage, sunny/shady areas and privacy.
4. Budget – Design a patio that meets your budget. There are many design options available to fit every budget, style and need. Feel free to contact us any time to discuss your options – we are pleased to offer free estimates & complimentary consultations!
5. Product – When choosing product, keep in mind a few things like: maintenance requirements, colours & materials that compliment your home, budget, combinations & patterns etc. There are a multitude of paving stone patio material possibilities to choose from to fit your needs and style.
6. Covered Area/Privacy – A design option to consider for your interlocking brick patio is choosing whether or not to have a covered area or privacy feature. Incorporating a custom pergola or privacy lattice into your patio design can provide a beautiful and private shaded space, which can also add an element of interest to the overall design.
7.Other Ideas – Depending on your wants and needs, you may wish to incorporate additional features. Some ideas you may want to consider are: firepit or fireplace, custom-built hot tub area, a beautiful built-in planter or raisedgarden bed or stone slab steps. Adding these special features can really take your patio design to the next level and provide you with the most enjoyable usage.
