This family loves to party on game day, so they needed a space to do that in style. They also love dachsunds and gardening. This patio is a perfect example of how an outdoor space can be an extension of the home, and how it can be designed to fit your lifestyle. In this case: cooking out and entertaining friends, pottering in the garden, pet-friendly, low-maintenance and adaptable to all seasons. The mini pergola gives some shade over the patio door, the fire pit runs on gas for convenience, the retaining walls double up as seating space for all the game day guests and there's plenty of space for the grill and smoker.