wrap around benches, angled large pavers
Rebecca and I really like this as a solid approach to the front 'courtyard' area - I think we both see the front area as very 'civic' minded, open seating, paved, social/public space where friends gather to talk or continue conversation from upstairs kitchen/dining. The front area has to accommodate the busy traffic of Ravenna - not welcoming it but neither denying its existence. We have a backyard that will function as our quiet, reflective open space.