Sedona Tranquility

Instead of a boring walk-through, Nancie and Eric's front entryway is a destination in its own right: The old patchwork hardscape – brick, flagstone and cracked concrete – gives way to copper-stained concrete and a meandering pathway covered in Balinese rock. Comfortable furniture beckons visitors to the expanded patio, which is painted to match the coppery concrete. These warm colors, organic lines and touches like potted jasmine plants help integrate the new patio with the surrounding natural beauty.