The need
Usable outdoor room
Turn the sloped edge beside the enclosure into practical space for seating, grilling, and circulation.
Project spotlight · Patio expansion
More usable space, built into the grade.
A sloped backyard edge was built up into a wide concrete surface running the length of the screen room.
The approach
Build up and shape
Use substantial forms and a prepared base to manage the grade and establish the finished patio elevation.
The result
A full-length extension
A broad surface that expands the home’s outdoor-living area and meets the enclosure cleanly.
Before and after
A narrow edge becomes outdoor living space.
The project shows why grade, base preparation, exposed edges, and drainage matter as much as the visible finish.
How the project came together
Support below. Clean finish above.
Descriptions are based on the completed work shown; exact dimensions and specifications vary by property.
Grade and forming
The change in backyard elevation called for strong, carefully aligned forms to hold the new patio footprint and finished height.
Base preparation
Stone base was placed and compacted to support the slab and create a dependable platform before concrete placement.
Finish and control joints
The patio received a uniform broom texture, defined control joints, and neatly finished exposed edges for a complete appearance.
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