Instead of making the transition between lawn and pool patio a sudden one ... Make it modern with large square pavers in a precise pattern to avoid a country stepping-stone effect.

This summer, to complete our back-yard renovation, I’ve decided to build a 1,500-square-foot pool deck with brick pavers. Now that I’ve committed (to some of you, this is the key word ...

Small, square pavers can make a major ... while the contrasting pavers draw the eye toward the spacious, open pool deck. In this relaxed seating area, no two pavers are alike.