#99 Making a Giant Stone Puzzle | Renovating our Abandoned Stone House in Italy

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00:00 Intro
01:49 Cleaning the Terrace
03:30 Very Old Stones
04:31 Day 1
07:53 Day 2
09:26 Day 3 and 4
13:37 Filling the Gaps
18:07 Outro
📖 Our Story:
We bought this stone house in Italy during the pandemic in 2020. The house was a ruin and we saved everything we could, unfortunately that meant only four stone and clay walls! The back wall, against the terrain, was close to collapse; the roof beams were eaten and basically reduced to dust; the inside separation walls were easily taken down and the whole project turned into a heavy renovation/rebuild.
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[@harrietlivengood6793]

I love that you used the stones from inside the house to make the patio, it’s absolutely beautiful. I would continue to use these beautiful stones and a wooden bench would look wonderful on the patio. You did an amazing job!

[@ateliermavi]

thank you so much ❤❤

[@frigbychilwether]

HI, I think a wooden bench would be a great addition, giving a bit of a softer feel, complimenting the stone.

[@DjKalel]

Agree!

[@Monitschka]

Agree. Complimenting the stone and corresponding with the window frames and the furniture. 🤗

[@epar4219]

Those were my exact thoughts!!! It would make the stone all around pop out more beautifully!!! Good job guys!!!

[@elianegoutelle3842]

Je pense que vous avez raison d'envisager de mettre du bois. 😊

[@pattywest1]

Agree with a wooden bench stained same color as windows

[@kathrynaston6841]

I think a wood beam pergola would be perfect over the terrace to have a place for climbing roses, ivy or beans. The wood stained to match the window casings. It gives a place to string fairy lights to vertical and horizontal elements, provide a little break up of the scorching sun, but still allow the sunshine to come in. A birdbath or water fountain lined in azure blue mosaic tile will add color that reflects the sky. Outdoor square cushions, like those used on boats or patio benches simply placed onto the stone wall will provide comfortable seating and color without any permanent structure,

[@garethkreike3263]

A pergola would be wonderful.

[@ruthnoronha8206]

I know it’s too late to comment but in the spaces you could grow thyme it’s a herb and it’s very good in rock garden type setting. When your feet brush up on it it releases lovely scent. Also succulents on the perimeter like sedums the ground cover variety. They come in different colors and leaf shape so have tiny flowers. Also if you have large pots filled with flowering plants it will add some amazing color. The basic hard scape is set now. You can add plantings to soften the space.

[@carolhauenstein5728]

I was thinking the exact same thing

[@carolinebedard2697]

Agreed! Here in California, creeping thyme (pink flowers) are popular between pavers, and the scent is lovely. A few lavenders in bright pots in the patio area for the scent and color would be good, and help to soften the stone as well.

[@ginapainter]

And what about moss?

[@ruthnoronha8206]

Not if it dry and hot the moss won’t grow. Looks like one the summer heat starts it’s hot hot hot. Maybe they’ll build a pergola for shade seating in the future. Their home is lovely and the views are magical.

[@dagmarvelcicka4788]

Určite by som do medzier nasadila rozchodník...používa sa na vždyzelené strechy a prežije aj dlhšie sucho. Tymián je tiež skvelá voľba a prekrásne vonia. Neviem či dať trávu do medzier dlažby bola dobrá voľba nakoľko trávnik potrebuje veľa vlahy a na tejto terasa tej vlahy veľa nie je ako bolo spomenuté vo videu. Tak snáď nájdu tú správnu kombináciu rastlín a budú im dlho robiť radosť ❤

[@FiammaTortoli]

Se posso darvi un suggerimento, io vi consiglio vivamente di fare una panca continua coperta con le mattonelle di terracotta, come il vostro pavimento in casa. Nella casa dei miei genitori aveva intorno dei muriccioli di pietra coperte con le mattonelle di cotto stuccate. In questo modo il muracciolo è protetto e non ci sono infiltrazioni che possono rompere e fare staccare le pietre sotto. Vi assicuro che dopo 60 anni questi muretti con le pianelle di terracotta sono perfette e, a differenza del legno, non necessita di manutenzione e non si deteriorano. E danno anche un senso di pulizia e ordine, pur mantenendo i colori naturali della terra intorno.

[@CasbahD]

Excellent idea! I hope they choose to do this.

[@dagmarvelcicka4788]

Rozmýšľala som nad tým čo by dom s terasou ešte viac prepojilo a terakotová dlažba mi tiež prišla na rozum. Takže aj za mňa skvelý nápad, hlavne dlhodobo udržateľný a nenáročný na údržbu 😊

[@chrismctague5015]

Wood does have to be maintained especially if it is subjected to changing temperatures.

[@ateliermavi]

Grazie Fiamma per il super consiglio!

[@GabriellaCard]

Stones, less cost, more durable. You can achieve a break of softness with colourful pillows like colours of your kitchen and yellows and oranges from inside... extend inside colours to outside living spaces. You have accomplished amazing work. BRAVO!

[@Dr.Yalex.]

indeed❤❤❤ great idea - you are very correct❤

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you for the tip ❤️❤️

[@lizweiss4599]

I love the idea of terracotta tiles for the bench. They would get such a beautiful patina from people sitting on them. Save the wood for a massive dining table

[@CUBuffnSD]

Terracotta with bull nose sie the sear is comfortable. Durable and organic with the right material choice

[@martidee3305]

You are part of my Sunday routine, I look forward to seeing your progress. I don’t know where you get your energy and drive but you give this old man a great deal of pleasure as you continuously never let your high standards drop. I’m kind of proud of you.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much 🥹🩷

[@roselanegomes53]

Salut ! La terrasse est très belle avec le sol en pierre, mais je suis d'accord qu'il serait plus intéressant que le banc soit en bois. La décoration à la fin, avec la table, les chaises et les chaises longues en bois est magnifique, et "réclame" le banc en bois. Comme vous l'avez dit vous-même, il permettrait d'intégrer des lumières, ce qui complèterait le tout, et nous fait déjà imaginer des rassemblements pour profiter de la terrasse l'après-midi, à l'abri de la pergola, et le soir, en été et au printemps, en regardant les étoiles en haut et les lumières du village en bas, parfumées par les plantes des alentours. A la vôtre !

[@ateliermavi]

Merci 🩵

[@victoriaarango2276]

Hola queridos amigos. Soy pintora y adoro las casas de piedra. Les recomendaría banco de madera con forja. La piedra y la madera armonizan maravillosamente y al mismo tiempo rompen la monotonía. Después adornar con muchas flores. Se verá espectacular !!! ❤❤

[@howardrichardson6234]

I tried grass and have replaced it with thyme. Tough little plants and they can smell nice. Nice outdoor room you now have!

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you for the tip 🌿💚

[@user-do2qr8cq6k]

An excellent terrace creation using recycled stonework. A treated wooden seating space would look good. Long term it will rot but can always be replaced / treated. Lighting (solar powered) would look great. Have you thought of a small pond somewhere. W 👍

[@mariepaulinemejia3129]

I think use the remaining stones and then cover the stones, the bright lounge pads, and pillows. The contrast of the bright lounge pads with colorful pillows would be amazing.

[@Dr.Yalex.]

❤❤ i agree ❤❤

[@PeterHynes]

I have watched every episode and love the content. The sheer weight you have moved, the research you have done and the never ending attention to detail - truly brilliant. Now you have a terrace to sit and admire the superb result. Bravo - fantastic!

[@Dr.Yalex.]

love your comment, and your logic❤

[@ateliermavi]

Ooh thank you ✨🥹🙏🏼❤️

[@ahamilton4021]

I think a beautiful table in wood would be good - but recommend stone bench topper (to avoid rot/water intrusion). Come toujours, remarkable!

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 🤍

[@gailswart2544]

Maybe some Penny Royal between the stones, it will give off a beautiful scent when you walk over it

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you for the tip!

[@the.artist.donaldb]

A pergola over your patio space with the bamboo screening and the vine you mentioned would make for a nice liveable outdoor space during the summer heat.

[@catgynt9148]

A friend did something similar bit instead of grass he transplanted indigenous mosses. We thought he was crazy when he put clumps of moss into his blender, added a milk whey solution blending it all together. The resulting mixture was dribbled on the ground between patio stones. Within a season he had lush green moss growing between the stones. Wishing you and your furry supervisor a blessed week filled with gentle seasonally appropriate weather and restful evenings in your restored home. Peace

[@JamesFilbird]

The patio looks great! I’d select wood deck with soft lighting to illuminate the deck and iron furniture. The bamboo roof support with the grape vines growing throughout the patio terrace will look nice and be comfortable.

[@Dr.Yalex.]

Many comments regarding a wooden bench😂… 😮 no, I do not see a wooden bench in your landscape with your house and with your terrace … I see more stone seating/table and lots of seating pillows that are made of water resistant/waterproof material so you don’t need to run and get them when it’s raining❤❤ I do not speak French nor Italian, yet your videos in both languages are extremely soothing and a pleasure to listen to❤ I discovered you a few months ago, and very much enjoy all of your undertakings❤

[@ateliermavi]

❤️🙏🏼

[@user-hl8lp7bb4x]

Ever since the early video of you building the stone wall and benches, I've been imagining how your terrace would look! My favorite part of your house! The pergola sounds fantastic! What ever you choose will be beautiful! 🌞🌧️🌿☕

[@ateliermavi]

🥰🥰 you’re so nice❤️

[@lizellis4286]

Looks wonderful, Decking boards stained to match your window in the seating area with stone wall opposite would look marvelous

[@user-uc2mk6ud2w]

Agree! That would make an already beautiful area even more beautiful! Lights placed underneath the decking boards, green grass growing between the stones, and vines growing overhead on the pergola would all soften the area.

[@ateliermavi]

🩷

[@nancycouch357]

I appreciate the way you give equal consideration to the indoor and outdoor spaces and how they compliment and balance the whole environment. Filling the spaces between the stones with earth and grass seed, making a living floor...just brilliant 🙂

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@mytioc]

Yeah, definitely a wooden type bench with lights up lighting the stone wall. When everything is established, planting wise, it would look spectacular in the evenings. 👍. Though,anything you two do will no doubt be amazing.

[@ateliermavi]

🩷

[@juliafonseca181]

The patio floor is looking great 😊

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks🩷

[@maggiee9482]

I think the wooden bench with some ambient lighting would be nice. You can add some nice bright Cushions on the back and for sitting making it really cozy.

[@colettemcneil143]

Wooden bench stained the same colour as the exterior window frames would tie the terrace with the house. The terrace looks beautiful. Great job😊😊

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you💕

[@karmaficionado1163]

Love, Love, LOVE the new terrace!!!! What a lovely spot to sit and watch the sunrise with coffee or sunset with wine!! I think your idea of a wooden bench with lights is the right choice. It will break up the stone, and look even more gorgeous when the grass starts to fil in. Enjoy for me!!

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 😍

[@iagodalmau8236]

Al 100% el banco en la terraza en MADERA!! Calida y natural, mantenimiento una vez al año y terraza espectacular!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tonifreeman-pt1rb]

The stone floor came out perfectly!!! I would like to see a canvas for shade . Wooden benches and table would work. If you put lighting in the area it would be beautiful. Whatever you choose will be wonderful.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much 💚

[@kensam684]

a wooden bench would look Great ,and the lights YES.

[@nabil200131]

Pour une journée où vous n’aviez pas envie de vous y mettre, vous avez fait du très beau travail . La terrasse est magnifique.

[@ateliermavi]

Merci 🥹❤️

[@davidtederick]

The wood bench tops with lighting sounds like a fantastic plan! The stone patio looks amazing. I can't wait to see when the grass fills in the joints!

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much!!

[@mountainmedic4617]

The addition of wood as the seating area is excellent. Cyprus would age to a beautiful silver. Cedar would provide a darker contrast to the stone. Either would look magnificent as well as offer a cooler seat than stone... Colorful pillows in oiled canvas would be stunning. ❤️

[@ateliermavi]

✨💙

[@csblacky]

With a wooden bench you are always able to invite some guests spontaneously, even though they are some more and all of them can take seat.

[@olligo330]

bravo... the outdoor living space is a game changer!

[@ateliermavi]

It really is 🩷🙈

[@kathysalkeldbonilla6541]

A wooden bench would be lovely!

[@ateliermavi]

💛

[@astridlaubenstein14]

Ich denke auch, dass schon genug Stein vorhanden ist! Würde also die Sitzbank in Holz - passend zu den Fensterrahmen und -stöcken - ausführen, so wie vorgeschlagen! ❤😮

[@vanghe14]

Une banquette en bois, bien sûr !!! Super travail !!!

[@sydneyevans2637]

Ooh, I've been waiting for this! It's beautiful and adds so much personality to the house. It is a Lot Of Work. I have a flagstone patio in my back yard. It saved you a lot of work that the footprint was already there. The organic shape really suits that space. Coffee and croissants in the morning and a glass of wine watching the sunset. Enjoy!

[@jamesfurlong8727]

At last you both can stop for a day or two and take a pleasant rest ( even a siesta might be good )! However, beware the hot African winds!

[@Sparky245]

Crazy paving with grass joints, Love it! Time to break out the welding gear and make yourself a boxed metal framed table & bench with plained scaffolding boards... and a very well deserved hammock😜

[@KeePenne]

I second the hammock idea. You'll need one built for two hardworking, talented people and a much loved pup! ❤

[@heleneriou5709]

Quel trésor que ces pierres. La terrasse s intègre parfaitement. Je resterai sur la pierre.facile d entretien et durable dans le temps.bravo

[@paulandlaurahausman379]

I was once visiting Los Vagus when it was 114 degrees. It was very hot walking on the sidewalks. At night you could not sit on the rocks that lined the street because the heat from the rocks burned your skin. I like the idea of wood seating on the rock along the patio. I also like the idea of using the vine for shade overhead. I think you are going to have a very functional living area when you cool the patio down a bit.

[@ateliermavi]

🙏🏼❤️

[@davidsibley6444]

Congratulations - 100K subscribers! Woo hoo! My recommendation for the terrace would be to be surface it with crushed red granite, compacted to a firm surface, alternated with a different, darker flat stone to place large stone/pottery jars containing flowers or ornamental shrubs, or polished concrete raised garden beds for flowers/herbs. You could also have one or two beautiful outdoor wooden bench seats as well, because you have decent length along the raised terrace. Whatever you decide, I"m sure it will be well-designed and executed. Your outdoor living area will be magnifique!

[@valentinamoore9456]

I can see a nice wood pergola in there. With a nice table, chairs and a built-in bbq. The terrace is looking good. Beautiful work!

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks!! 😘

[@shelbyh4443]

I vote for wood to match your trim color. The patio looks great and can’t wait to see the grass.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you💛

[@Savior-Faire]

I don't recall how I discovered your videos, but I'm so glad I did. Your weekly videos pair perfectly with Sunday morning coffee :-) The transformation from the ruin you started with to a such a beautiful home is nothing short of remarkable, amazing, phenomenal...a labor of love!

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much 🥹🤍

[@denismathonnet6927]

je pense qu'une banquette bois serait du plus bel effet. bravo pour votre travail

[@cherylmoss3632]

Same stones. Definitely not wooden bench. Colourful shrubs look stunning against and on stone. Wood has no impact at all and cant compare to stones. The stoned area is really beautiful.

[@ateliermavi]

Merci🌙

[@elizabethmckelvie5418]

Wooden bench and the terrace slabs are stunning..bravo

[@Raketemensch42]

I think that wood will be perfect - not as a new material, but to match the frames on the doors. This will also help to tie the inside and outside together. The ore you do that, the more it will feel like one cohesive space rather than a series of smaller, different spaces.

[@Around399]

A wooden bench stained like the window frames. Also consider painting the table and chairs sage green to contrast with darker green grass

[@eduardomontes1276]

👏👏👏 Awesome job guys!!!! A wooden bench and a wooden pergola gives that terrace a very country and relaxed look.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much 🩷

[@RaisingVoyagers]

Looks amazing! Love the decision to plant grass. I’m looking forward to seeing how that looks when it comes in! Looks incredible!

[@keagleeagle821]

I finished watching your skylight before coming here. I am glad you're a fan of this channel

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you guys!

[@ginacrusco234]

Might you create another bench such as the one your woodburner sits on, but with cocciopesto mixed into the skim coat? Whatever material you use for the banquette, I would love to see some of the rich burnt tones of your door surrounds and roof tiles. I love that you used the original floor stone, and plan to use existing vines to shade yourselves!

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 💛

[@Marina_Morkovkina]

Красивая терраса будет, с виноградом . Очень жду продолжения

[@melysmile3489]

Braviiiiii!

[@ateliermavi]

Grazieeee

[@susiepingleton3614]

I would love to see rustic beams over parts of the benches and gorgeous roses mixed with grapes growing! Beautiful cushions on chairs and wonderful bulb lighting! Eventually, a fountain!! So many wonderful ideas!! An English garden!! Wonderful steps leading up to a walkway lined with plants and grass!! Two lamps leading to the patio!!

[@ateliermavi]

😂✨❤️

[@mariaetheridge8343]

Once again, a perfect job! Yes, the addition of wood and lights will be great. Well done, you two. Many hours will be spent there, I can predict! 👏👏👏🥂🥃🥂🍾

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you❤️🥳🍾✨

[@cathybrewer8958]

You did a great job on the puzzle pieces. The dirt was impressive to see with having grass. The idea of a wooden bench was a good idea also.

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks 💞

[@nadinegarnier9492]

Terrasse parfaitement intégrée dans le site naturel superbe !

[@nadinegarnier9492]

Concernant la banquette, je me permets de suggèrer un revêtement lisse sur le dessus style béton ciré et plein de coussins de couleurs vives .....

[@ateliermavi]

Merciii 💜

[@solo34amos]

I think a wooden bench would look amazing.

[@d3vin301]

Oui, outdoor decking boards for a bench area, a nice wooden facade to tie the stone area to earth

[@gillianwills9618]

I like the idea of wooden seats with some vintage cushions or rugs. Thyme would be a good idea in some of the spaces between the paving. But it looks amazing anyway 😊

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much!! 🐾

[@juliaconway5866]

I love the idea of a wooden bench along the entire length of the seating area. After a lot of hard work, the terrace looks beautiful and will be even more so with grass growing. Very nice against the full length windows with wood casement.

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks 💕

[@tiffanymeyer8067]

So pretty! I appreciate the tip about using sand as you lay the stones. I vote for a wood bench - some warmth of the woods like what you've used on your outside trim would add such depth to this outdoor space.

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks 🌿💚

[@GUSTAVOEVANGELISTA-y6b]

Sicuramente la panca in legno sia per l'estetica che per la praticità , e anche per la gradevolezza termica nel sedersi. Complimenti

[@ateliermavi]

Grazie ✨

[@Overandout49]

I agree that a wooden bench for seating would be really nice. Lighting would also be very nice and useful. Perhaps some simple all-weather cushions for comfort as well. It’s really a very lovely space.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 🥰

[@hannekedriest1699]

I'm impressed with your tenacity! This was yet another hard and tedious job to stick out. I love the look you've achieved and the small perennials will do a great job for looks and function. A wood seat would be very nice and will also be easier to sit on. Glad your planning a pergola because with West exposure it would be unbearable to use in the afternoon. As usual you've thought of all of that already and planned a lovely natural remedy! I look forward to seeing the results. Any guest should have to view a mandatory video of all the hard and tedious work you've gone through to really appreciate what it has taken. Thank you as always.

[@lindamounts2193]

Looks very nice. I would suggest some brightly colored ceramic pots filled with flowering plants in the corners to break up the stone. Some up on the seating area, too. Some custome cushions, also in some bright colors, on the seating area would not only break up the stone but be more comfortable for guests.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 🤍💙💚💛🩷💜❤️

[@secret_one]

Wooden bench or 2, rustic looking would suit the area very well. Looks stunning, love the idea of the earth and grass growing inbetween the stones.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much 💙

[@laurent5921]

Un banc en bois, quelle bonne idée. Et nous allons être bientôt 100 000. Bravo !

[@ateliermavi]

🎉

[@laurent5921]

@@ateliermavi Et bien les 100 k sont là. Bravo à vous deux, vous le méritez !

[@hansejr]

I like the idea of a wooden deck. It would tie in with the wood framed windows and doors. The terrace looks like a lovely area to relax.

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks!!

[@user-so6tf7jt2h]

Absolutely no way I would complain about either choice. They have been fabulous every time. You do you and I will like the result and dream of the sun.

[@ateliermavi]

🥹thank you❤️

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

The grass will be lovely, but wherever you are going to put your table and chairs, you might want mortar around your stones in that area instead. With big cracks like those, there will always be one leg of a chair that’s down in one of the cracks and making it impossible to sit comfortably.🙁 The wooden bench with light will be beautiful, and the shade as well! Some flowering plants and vines and it will be perfect!❤️🤗🐝

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you ☺️

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

@@ateliermavi You’re welcome🤗❤️🐝

[@yellowpoppy253]

Gorgeous-I love it! The only thing I’m thinking of is soil can become hydrophobic-especially under hot/dry conditions. If you get water sitting on top of the soil, it will float/run-off/leave a mess. Maybe adding tamped-in pea gravel or crushed granite will help, as those always remain permeable.

[@wbklausmeyer]

Fabulous, as always. I like the idea of a darkly stained wooded bench on the bank with lights, as you described.

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 🤍🙏🏼✨

[@sorensenDKuki]

The stone patio turned out beautiful and all the material was already there and somewhat flat. Having grass grow between the joints is a good idea. The metal pergola is a must for shade, perhaps adding a potted olive tree in an oversized planter would also help with shade and something green. A wooden bench (or just a wooden platform) on top stone terrace would be much softer than sitting on a rock, but I've also used a rock as a pillow while camping, lol. Honestly, you can do just about anything out there and I would like it. As always, excellent work, ciao!

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much 💓💓💓

[@dgjenkins4569]

Simply awesome. I like the idea of going with something like wood for the bench seating. It's natural, would match the surroundings and could be designed to make for very comfortable sitting. With some colorful pillows and a covered area to keep the sun off of you, it will like being on vacation without ever having to leave home.

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks 💙

[@slowly_radish8374]

Creeping thyme would add seasonal color & nice fragrance. It's not an invasive but would slowly take over the bare spots. Beautiful terrace! 👍👍

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you, especially for the tip✨🙏🏼

[@DNormz58]

Wooden bench would be great! I admire your hardwork!

[@leeneckers4356]

My wife and I have really enjoyed your building project. You have done an amazing job. We look forward to your next vlog

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 🩷🙏🏼✨

[@colinhthompson]

beautiful as always! One thing to keep an eye on with rain: water buildup near the edge of the house. There is risk of water intrusion by the foundation unless the patio has a very gentle slope down and away from the house. We experienced this with my parents house. The patio was re-set with a five centimeter grade that ran the length of the deck away from the house (about 4 meters).

[@sarcasticinfj5310]

Wooden bench with your lovely terrace! ❤ from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@pattygray4318]

Love it! After the grass grows in and few potted plants it will look wonderful! Putting wood that sits atop the rock bench with built in tables would look nice, then you could have a few throw pillows.

[@ateliermavi]

💛

[@davidfellowes1628]

I do think the wooden bench idea fits a lot better into the pergola and is much softer than using stone, but that is solely a personal view. I feel it allows you to evolve the whole ambience of the inside/outside effect of and on this area. Love the thought you both put into the project. Regards

[@ateliermavi]

❤️

[@Skattie]

I would put decking benches against the house as well

[@DonD532]

My first thought when I opened this video was what type of machinery you were going to be able to use to help you. I should have known better. The patio looks great. I vote for the wooden benches. They will help tie the house and patio together. I look forward to each posting of your beautiful build!❤

[@ateliermavi]

😂🙏🏼💙thank you

[@simonelubbe4653]

Agreed . Need to soften the area. Pot plants will also "tone down" the stone. Try bouganvillia or palms in pots for more greenery.

[@carolinebedard2697]

Oh red bougainvillea would be gorgeous!!

[@ateliermavi]

❤️🩷❤️🩷

[@ateliermavi]

🩷❤️🩷❤️🩷we are already preparing boungainvillea 🙏🏼🌿💕

[@One_Crazy_Dog_Mum]

Definitely a timber bench to soften the look and compliment the door frames❣️excellent job as always🫶🏻 Michelle 🇦🇺

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 💚

[@arnomrnym6329]

Looks great. 👍🏾😎 Pro for wood bench. 😉

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks!!

[@khandro5685]

ces vieilles pierres sont superbes! quel boulot encore! quel courage! votre chien est tout à fait d'accord avec moi!! lol! 😜 c'est sympa de nous faire participer! j'opte pour le bois, surtout, si comme vous le précisez, il pourra y être intégré des lumières! ... 🤩 l'herbe "naturelle" a, quand même, besoin de quelques jours pour "sortir"!!!! 😉 vous allez "accrocher" la pergola en fer au mur de la maison??? on verra ça, petit à petit! à bientôt! ! et merci du partage! blesss... 🥰

[@donnadornbusch6738]

Lovely, I feel your pain. In my home over 1000sq ft of Tennessee Flagstone ( pinks, oranges , soft beiges )along with the heating in the floor. Our stone mason from Ireland laid a true work of art . You did a terrific job

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@SergeTanguay-im2nm]

Banquette en bois avec lumiaires, bravo.

[@teresamaria9574]

The wooden bench seats are a good idea. It would soften the look of the patio and make it a very inviting place to entertain. Not sure about the lighting beneath the seats but some sconce down lighting the stone walls would be beautiful. Continue the lovely job you are both doing. I enjoy watching your updates/videos

[@ateliermavi]

Thank you 💜

[@helsie132]

A wooden bench would look amazing! What a beautiful space it is x

[@ateliermavi]

Thanks 💞

[@ratacip]

io metterei una panca in legno, con lo schienale sempre in legno, semplice semplice ma che stacchi un pò dalle tante pietre che ci sono . Bravissimi ragazzi 💪💪💪

[@ateliermavi]

Grazieee 💜 per complimenti e consiglio!

[@mrjke007]

I would say wood would be nice for the seating area, specially the same shade as the door/window frames, you have the stone’s, the green, now some more brown 👍🏾

[@janeharris6925]

You can always lay the all weather patio rugs on the patio in the summer to add color and break up the all stone aspect. They are good from late spring until mid fall. They will fade but you can then paint them with your own pattern choice.

[@ateliermavi]

Good tips, thank you!! 🧡

[@erneststevenson3872]

Suggestion: place clay pots and grow herbs d' provence near the kitchen door, convenient for your cooking needs. Voila!

[@ateliermavi]

We already have herbs above the bench area, very practical indeed for cooking!

[@erneststevenson3872]

@@ateliermavi In that case I suggest finishing the BENCH with flat stone cemented with Calce to prevent weeds. Use waterproof cushions.

[@franzouse6364]

Great work and I love that you are putting grass between the stones to break the “minerality” of the terrace as well as for drainage. A wooden bench along the wall would be great but if you keep it in stone, the stone will retain the heat in the evening which might be something nice in spring and autumn. I have a stone terrace and it’s facing full south which means that up to late October we can enjoy sitting there with that little bit of extra heat which makes it super enjoyable

[@ateliermavi]

❤️🙏🏼