If you are among the many homeowners who love to spend time outdoors, chances are that you don’t spend most of your time romping around in the grass or sitting out on your lawn.  Amenities like patios and decks can add a great deal of functionality to your outdoor space, allowing you to enjoy your time outdoors without damaging the lawn by sitting and standing on it for long periods of time, as well as keeping you cleaner since you do not need to head out in the grass just to spend time outside.

For those who already have a patio, there may be little more that is needed in order to get the most out of your al fresco enjoyment.  However, if you don’t yet have a patio or are looking to upgrade the one you have because it has seen better days, you now have many options to consider.

One of the wonderful benefits of patios as compared to decks is the versatility available in choosing materials.  Rather than simply selecting between wood or a faux wood product you can instead choose between anything from natural stone to bricks, pavers and even concrete.  This provides you with a wider array of design possibilities, as well as an option to install the structure no matter what your budget may be.

In addition to having a large selection of material choices, you can also design the space in just about any size and any shape possible.  As long as you have an area of your property that can be effectively leveled off to serve as a stable base, you can have the structure built to precisely meet your needs.  In fact, you can even choose to have the structure built on varied levels, with steps to bring you from one level to another, if the property is built on a hill.  Additionally, you can seamlessly combine your new structure with meandering walkways, pool surrounds and other focal points in your yard.

One of the most popular accompaniments to this outdoor space is to incorporate an outdoor kitchen into your patio design.  This can be done simply by building an area that is designed primarily for cooking, food preparation and/or dining.  In addition to building an area to house a grill, you may opt for cabinet space, countertops, additional appliances, a sink, and built-in areas for eating or entertaining.

If you want to build in seating areas, it is very easy to do so anywhere on your patio structure.  You can also have built-in planters, lighting and other accessories to further enhance the personality and functionality of your outdoor space.

For more information about patio design options, contact Millenium Stoneworks in NJ at 732-519-1112 or 347-723-6990.