Living in an urban area we work on many townhouses. The space between the house and the garage is usually under 20 feet. Grass doesn't grow well, it becomes a mud pit and is not very inviting or useful. We recently finished this installation for a young family here in our neighborhood. The family wanted a brick courtyard with a nod to New Orleans. We used new brick that is handmade in Mexico and available at our local brickyard. Much less expensive than reclaimed brick. And has just as much character. The front garden was all grass except a lone citrus tree.