hardscape design and build 3

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I'm finally turning that weed patch behind the garage into a patio and fire pit area. The hardscape design and build process is way more involved than I imagined—it starts with mapping out the footprint, choosing between flagstone and pavers, and figuring out the drainage. Then the real work begins: excavating the topsoil, laying down gravel base layers, compacting everything evenly so the stones don't shift later. My guy is cutting the flagstone this weekend, dry-fitting each piece before we s…