Entries and Courtyards
An entry courtyard makes a graceful transition between the streetscape and your doorstep. Like the front porches of yesteryear that have become fashionable again, an entry courtyard with the Villa touch sends a welcome message to neighbors and visitors.
![Front Entry with Stairs](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/2605_IMG_2715_no_address.13ba21f9.jpg)
Willow Creek Paving Stones Bullnose Units in Black make the perfect stair tread for these steps created with the VERSA-LOK Retaining Wall System. This entry has both curb and pup appeal!
![Home in Suburban St. Paul Minneapolis](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/2604_Untitled_Panorama2_web.588f5a33.jpg)
This home in suburban St. Paul, MN, received a front entry makeover. Willow Creek Paving Stones Cobblestone in Lakeshore Blend with a Prairie Tan border create a dynamic and beautiful welcome to this home.
![Designer Entry Matches Home's Exterior](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/2601_img_2823_img_2827_web.6a14ff2e.jpg)
Willow Creek Paving Stones Cobblestone in Lakeshore Blend with black Bullnose Units for stair treads and Black and Prairie Tan for the patio/walkway borders make this a stunning front entry. Undercap lighting and a matching walkway/driveway skirt make this project a WOW!
![A Front Entry Makeover](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/2602_Untitled_Panorama1_web.c142883d.jpg)
This home's new front entry makes a statement from the street. Willow Creek Cobblestone pavers and VERSA-LOK retaining wall units for the stair foundation and planters pair up for a beautiful solution.
![Fabulous Front Entry](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/2579_IMG_1904_web.92c2aa74.jpg)
Instead of raised planters bookending the home's front entrance, the designer selected to design a raised patio and stairs using the VERSA-LOK retaining wall system. This design creates a perfect area for seating and potted plants. Bullnose Pavers complete the stair treads and raised patio.
![Landscape Designer Front Entrance](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/2198_img_3621_img_3625_sm.ac0c8315.jpg)
The Villa Landscapes designer combined Biscotti wall stone and Tupelo flagstone for a stunning and unique front entry solution.
![Maximizing Your Front Entrance](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/2199_img_3739_img_3745_2_sm.ac0c8315.jpg)
The seat wall encompasses a circular flagstone patio, maximizing the outdoor living space in the front yard.
![Natural Stone Landscaping](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1848_WC10_148.0155fdae.jpg)
Concrete paving stones work beautifully with natural stone landscaping and mulch to convey a warm welcome to your guests.
![Paver Stairs in St. Paul Minneapolis](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1850_WC10_113.0155fdae.jpg)
Concrete paving stones work beautifully with natural stone landscaping and mulch to convey a warm welcome to your guests.
![Paver Front Entry St. Paul Minneapolis](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1851_IMG_6788.0155fdae.jpg)
This graceful entry features a Circlestone inset with Cobblestone pavers plus natural stone and mulch.
![Paver Landscape Design](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1852_WC10_132.0155fdae.jpg)
Compared to a concrete sidewalk, Brickstone pavers add panache and style to the landscaping of this home.
![Hardscaped Entry](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1854_Landscape_Dahm_Villa.0155fdae.jpg)
Brickstone pavers look fabulous with the gray siding of this modern home and the charcoal-colored decorative rock.
![Tiered Planters and Landscaping](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1859_designboum.ce35c186.jpg)
Tiered planters and landscaping along with step landings using retaining wall units say "Welcome Home."
![Retaining Wall Block and a Paver Walkway](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1862_design_mn_Wagners10.ce35c186.jpg)
A wrought iron fence sets off the stately columns made from segmental retaining wall block and a paver walkway.
![Front Yard Patio and Entrance](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1865_moss_2_front_entry_0.57f81388.jpg)
The paver patio and revamped entry create a usable, beatiful and low-maintenance outdoor living space for the front of the home.
![Paver Patio Front Entry Minneapolis St. Paul](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1866_Lamb_2_entry.6563b695.jpg)
The paver patio front entry makes a convenient spot to sit and chat with family and friends as well as a uniquely shaped flower garden.
![Front Entry Update](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/4194_Lander_089A3399_LR.b38de208.jpg)
A paver walkway to this home's front entry looks beautiful with all the softscapes and the stone facade on the home.
![Paver Driveway Transitions to Hardscaped Stairs](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1868_Luis2_entry_driveway.6563b695.jpg)
A paver patio provides a seamless transition from the paving stone driveway to perk up this front entry.
![A Paving Stone Courtyard](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/4195_Louden_089A2121_LR.e62b756c.jpg)
This courtyard cfreated with paving stones between the home and garage makes a beautiful setting suitable for outdoor living.
![Curved Paving Stone Sidewalk and Paver Driveway](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1869_Erickson6_front_entry.626f1ccb.jpg)
A lovely curved paving stone sidewalk is integrated with the paver driveway for a seamless transition.
![Tiered Retaining Wall Planters, Curved Stairs and Stairs](/assets/image-cache/sites/villa/uploads/assets/galleries/1792/1870_mudek6_entry_planters.fba2cec5.jpg)
Nothing says 'welcome' more than a curved stairs and tiered areas for shrubs and flowers created with retaining wall units and paving stones.