Your outdoor living space is as much a part of the overall design of your home, as say your kitchen, or the master bedroom. As such, landscape design is an important aspect to consider when thinking of remodeling.
A beautiful outdoor space can really enhance the ambiance of your home. Whether you want small and subtle changes or something more dramatic, doing up your outdoor space with pavers can give it an entirely fresh look!
Benefits of Hiring A Seattle Paver Contractor For Backyard Paver Landscape Design
With the rise of DIY, it might be tempting to landscape your backyard on your own. However, here are some of the benefits of getting expert advice when considering landscape design.
Expert advice
When you were remodeling your kitchen, you sought out expert advice, right? You didn’t necessarily think of installing all the new cabinetry yourself (or maybe you did, but let’s say you didn’t!)
Well, it’s the same with landscape design. Hiring a professional contractor will ensure your project not only runs smoothly but is also designed well.
High-quality end-results
The results are pretty noticeable when hiring a professional paver contractor, compared to doing it yourself. You’ll get a far superior quality design and a much higher quality end result with a paid professional.
Sure, it’s going to cost more to hire someone to design your backyard, but at least you’ll have peace of mind that it’s going to be done right.
Beautiful, creative designs
Just like you’re an expert in your job, a Seattle paver contractor has the skills and creativity to create something unique for you. You might have liked something you saw on Architectural Digest, but partnering with a pro means that they’ll be able to design something that ties in with the design of your home, aligns with your ideas, and (perhaps most importantly) fits your budget!
Considerations For Backyard Paver Landscape Designs
When you’re doing up your backyard, there are a few things to keep in mind:
Function
The most important thing to consider in landscape design is the function of the space. It’s important to think about how you’re planning on using the space once it’s done. Whether it’s going to be a zen garden, or an outdoor kitchen and living area, this is going to influence pretty much every decision you make afterward.
Layout
Next, it’s time to think about how it’s all going to look. Pavers are such versatile, gorgeous materials to consider when looking at landscape design, as there are so many colors, styles, and layouts to think about.
First off, you need to think of a layout that would suit your current space. For example, if you have a small backyard, it might not be wise to want big, grand, elaborate designs.
Another thing to consider is the space you’re adding pavers to. For example, a pathway is a pretty simple area to pave. Here you can be creative in the colors and accompanying materials, like stones or shrub plants, but in general, you wouldn’t be too outlandish with the design as you want to keep it functional.
Paver styles
There are so many styles you can choose from. But, again, it’s important to think about what will work in the current space. If you have a rustic-style home, a rougher, more natural-looking paver will suit the overall style of your home.
Since you already know what you’ll be using the space for, it helps in choosing a paver style. It’s all about the aesthetic you wanting. Whether it’s rustic-chic, or ultra-contemporary, there’s a paver style to match!
Materials
As we mentioned before, it’s all about the function and purpose of the space. If it’s going to be a high-traffic area, then you need to make sure you use the most durable pavers.
For example, if you’re paving an outdoor kitchen and living area, the pavers need to be made of strong, long-lasting materials, to withstand the numerous cookouts you’re going to be hosting.
Another thing to consider is the blend of different materials. Though you may pave walkways, outdoor living spaces, and even edges of a garden, you can accompany these pavers with other materials, like stones or gravel, to add texture and finesse to the overall design.
As a bonus, pavers are a far safer flooring option, compared to other materials that aren’t non-slip.
Contact Seattle Outdoor Spaces For All Your Paver Landscape Design Needs
Designing an inviting backyard is an art that requires some serious consideration. Whether it’s a simple paved outdoor living space or a large-scale backyard overhaul, it’s always best to bring in the big guns.
Here at Seattle Outdoor Spaces, we have professional paver contractors who are ready to help you design the backyard of your dreams. Get in touch with us when you’re ready to pave the way with your next backyard project.
