Today I would like to show you the transformation of our patio. With a lot of work, it has come a long way since we moved here ten years ago.
In the picture below you can see how it looked after we had replaced the ugly brown shingle siding on the house and added the patio doors. There was actually no direct access to the patio before this. The concrete blocks that made up the patio always looked dirty and they were uneven in many places. They also went right up to the house so there was no space to plant anything between the patio and house.
Do you see our kitty waiting to get back in the house? I don't blame him for not wanting to spend too much time our there. We didn't want to either!
A few years ago, my son and hubby tore out the old concrete blocks and laid new pavers. Such a huge improvement!
With some landscaping and pretty flowers, it has become a space we can really enjoy.
It's been especially nice this summer. We have had a lot of really nice days for spending time outside. Our summers are usually a lot more hot and humid with mosquitos galore!
We bought this patio furniture many years ago and it has held up remarkably well. It still looks like new and we have left it out during the winter and all kinds of weather.
The grill isn't the pretties sight but I'm sure you can all agree how nice it is to be able to make dinner on the grill. It makes everything taste so good and cleanup is easy - love that!
Some cut flowers and some potted plants make such a big difference - they're like jewelry for the patio.
The yellow bench was found in one of my favorite shops at the beginning of the summer. It works perfectly with the colors I was using of primarily yellow, white and green.
Found this cute yellow birdhouse at Homegoods.
I love the way the magnolia tree sort of forms a canopy over the corner of the patio. We're so lucky to have many large trees which provide wonderful shade and makes this a relaxing spot on a beautiful day.
There is more I would like to do such as adding more plants and painting the railing and steps but that will probably be a project for next summer. I'm just so happy to be this far along.
If you look closely at the above picture, you may notice a change to the inside of our house and it's one I am very excited about. I'll be sharing that with you soon.
Have a great day!
JoAnne
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It's very cozy. I like it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty outdoor space!! The pavers make such a huge difference. I LOVE that bench!! Looks perfect in that space. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!! xo
ReplyDeleteYour patio looks so pretty and inviting. You all did a great job.
ReplyDeleteYour patio is so cozy and inviting! I love the pavers and the way you have set things up and decorated. We have a large concrete patio that needs some 'love'. It won't happen this year but we have plans to make it happen next year. You've inspired me!
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