2024 Recap: Your Go-To Guide for Hardscaping and Outdoor Living

As the year wraps up, we’re reflecting on an incredible year of outdoor-living insights, ideas, and inspiration shared on our blog throughout 2024. 

From paver patterns to outdoor kitchens, here’s a curated look at our top posts, organized by topic. Our hope is that this will be a helpful resource for you to use as you make your outdoor spaces the best they can be.

Outdoor Kitchens and Grilling Spaces

Transform your backyard into an entertainer's paradise with these posts:

6 BBQ Storage Solutions for a Tidy and Organized Outdoor Grilling Space

7 Stylish and Durable Outdoor Bar Countertop Ideas

Create a Home Beyond the Walls: The Perfect Outdoor Kitchen

7 Simple Outdoor Kitchen Ideas for Ultimate Entertaining & Leisure

Quartzite Vs. Granite for Outdoor Kitchen Countertops

Pavers and Hardscaping

Make the most of your outdoor surfaces with our expert advice:

How Interlocking Pavers Protect Surfaces During Freeze-Thaw Cycles

Cobblestone vs. Pavers: Which is the Right Choice for Your Project?

Brick Patterns for Walkways: 11 Options to Elevate Your Outdoor Spaces

The Paver Palette: The Most Popular Brick Paver Colors

Best Paver Patterns for Curved Walkways

The Perfect Cobblestone Alternative

Fireplaces and Firewood

Cozy up outdoors with these fire-focused ideas:

Firewood Storage Tips for Outdoor Fireplaces

The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Fireplaces

Drainage and Retaining Walls

Keep your hardscapes sturdy and your spaces dry:

Why PVC is the Right Choice for Drainage: A Professional’s Perspective

Guide to Segmental Retaining Walls

Outdoor Living Tips

Enhance every corner of your property with these tips:

Exploring Patio Surface Alternatives for Your Outdoor Space

Enhancing Your Outdoor Space with Roofed Shelters

7 Outdoor-Living Tips from Michigan Designers

Ideas to Transform Your Side Yard into a Patio, Retreat, or Play Space

Landscaping and Maintenance

Keep your outdoor spaces beautiful and functional for many years to come:

How to Clean a Stone Walkway: 9 Tips to Maintain Beauty and Durability

Freeze-Thaw Resilience: Choosing the Right Materials & Maintenance for Michigan Winters

How to Make a Sloped Backyard Usable

High-End Design Ideas

Create an elegant space with these premium tips:

Incorporating Water Features in Your Commerce Twp, MI Landscape Design

8 High-End Backyard Designs & Ideas

We hope you’ve enjoyed following our blog this year and found inspiration for your outdoor projects. Stay tuned for more in 2025, as we continue to bring you the best in hardscaping and outdoor living.

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