Home Projects: Outdoor Sitting Area

In the backyard between the house, concrete patio, pond, and brick wall was this very nondescript area of the yard, mostly taken over by weeds and a few random plants.

Before:I wish I could take more credit, but Steve spent a couple of Saturdays turning the area into a beautiful sitting retreat that overlooks the pond and can be seen from our bedroom window. He planted fragrant gardenia and jasmine, which we hope will fill the space with an inviting aroma.

This past Saturday we placed the stone pavers and brick edging (digging a hole for each) and spread the pine straw (big here in the South.) We are thinking about still planting some ground cover between the pavers, but for now, here in the finished product. I think it turned out beautiful. Do you like it?

After: