Assess Current Backyard and Envision Potential
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What happens here
The project begins by assessing the client's existing backyard, which is primarily an unutilized grassy area with a makeshift fire pit and an old, colored concrete patio and walkway. This initial step involves identifying elements that need removal, such as the existing concrete, and understanding the homeowner's vision for a new, functional outdoor space. The goal is to transform the area into a larger space suitable for entertaining, with distinct zones for a fire pit, dining, grilling, and shaded relaxation.
Goal: Understand the existing landscape and define renovation objectives.
Tools and materials
- Client brief/goals N/A — To articulate the desired functionality and aesthetic of the new space
- Existing backyard photos/video N/A — To visually document the current state of the backyard
- Measuring tape N/A — To take accurate measurements of the backyard dimensions
- Paper and pencil N/A — For initial sketches, notes, and layout ideas