Transition from house to patio
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Andrea Skrip-Evans on Mar 25, 2015Maybe top step could run the length of new patio to be used as a ledge for drinks, plants, seating bench. Then the next 2 could be shorter runs about 4'-6' (or as wide as the doors) to make a grander wide stair entry. Planters/garden statues flanking the doors would be even nicer on wide stairs.Helpful Reply
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Gail Salminen on Mar 25, 2015@Colleen sounds like a challenging project. If you posted pics of the area you might get more fruitful suggestions. I like the idea of transition stairs - I prefer mine to be closed in for a more finished look. The top step could go the length of the patio as suggested above and could be wider to accommodate a couple of chairs and a low patio accent chair - perfect place to sit for an evening glass of wine. If you have strong sun in the afternoon you could also incorporate a gazebo, they have permanent structures now as well as less expensive ones that need to be taken down in the winter.Helpful Reply
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