Believe it or not, determining the size of your patio is the most important aspect of the design process. Take time to layout your patio in your backyard. You can use a garden hose or even a can of spray paint. Then compare the size of your patio to the size of a room in your home. Determine what you want on your patio: table set, lounge chairs, grill, etc. Ask yourself, “Is this patio large enough to meet my needs?” We’ve never had a client say that their patio was too big.
The smaller the patio, the more expensive the price is per square foot. Although there are other factors to take into consideration when pricing a patio, we have basic guidelines that we follow for every job.
Also take into consideration:
Shape: Square, rectangle, rounded corners, serpentine, irregular
Style: Rustic, informal, traditional, contemporary, formal, modern
Location: Ground level, raised, multi-level
