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@the.rosie.home The before and after is nuttttts 🤯 A couple years ago we both agreed our patio was looking a little dull, we decided to extend our space and add gravel instead! Our most common question about our patio is what the gravel is…it’s called Basalt small in dark gray and you can find it at any stone company. #homeblogger #homeinspo #patiomakeover #patioseason #patiodecor #backyardvibes ♬ original sound – Rachel | The Rosie Home
Gravel Patio Extension
If you already have an existing patio, you can easily increase your outdoor entertaining space with a gravel patio extension—as seen here in this example from @the.rosie.home. The small tile patio did not meet their needs, so they added a gravel extension with a fire pit and a hanging hammock chair. The unique gray color of the gravel gives it a modern twist.
What We Like About It: The tile patio can help keep the gravel from migrating inside the house. “I always make sure that there is different material (concrete, pavers, decking) that one must walk across before entering the house to allow for the stones to fall from people’s feet,” says Trocha.
About the Experts
Chester Trocha is the founder and principal of Trocha Design, a craft-driven landscape design studio based in California. He has 15 years of experience in the industry, and earned a bachelor’s degree in Horticulture and Landscape Design.
Josha Adkins is the co-owner of Odd Jobs Landscape, a brick paver and landscape design company based in Michigan. Along with his partner, they have 15 years experience in landscape design and installation.
