Welcome to the BLC Yardworks blog, where we turn your backyard dreams into reality. In Illinois, we cherish our time outdoors. A custom brick patio is more than just a surface; it’s the foundation of your entire outdoor living space—a “backyard retreat” where you can entertain, relax, and make memories.

But where do you begin? It starts with a vision.

From a Simple Slab to a Stunning Outdoor Room

Think of a paver patio as the “heart” of your yard. It’s the central gathering spot that connects every other element of your landscape. A well-designed patio doesn’t just sit on your lawn; it integrates with it. It invites you outside and provides a beautiful, functional space for:

Family Dinners: Move the dining room outdoors for the entire summer.

Entertaining Guests: Host larger crowds than your indoor space might allow, all in the fresh air.

Quiet Mornings: Enjoy a cup of coffee with the sound of a nearby water fountain.

Relaxing Evenings: Gather with friends and family around a warm, crackling fire.

The beauty of brick pavers is their versatility. With hundreds of shapes, colors, and styles, we can create a look that perfectly matches your home, from classic and traditional to sleek and modern.

Before you get into the details, ask yourself: What is the feeling I want to create? Is it a cozy, private corner? A grand, open entertainment plaza? A functional-yet-beautiful link between your home and your garden?

Once you have that vision, we can start adding the elements that bring it to life.

Next in our series: We’ll explore the “building blocks” that elevate a simple patio into a custom hardscape masterpiece: the fire pit, the seat wall, and the entryway.