Beginner Gardening: Help me see the big picture, 0 by wickedelph

wickedelph wrote:
Thanks Al!
That is actually very similar to what I was thinking of. I like the way you brought in the lawn area even more and had a more private sitting area by the crapapple. I will have to keep that in mind.
Here is the plan I was thinking of. My DH thinks there will be too much paving, but I don't think it will be too much visually because I want groundcover between the stones. At least I'm hoping, any opinions on that?
Around the firepit, I'm envisioning a moonlight garden with a vine covered arbor path to it so I secluded it a bit. I'm wondering if it cuts the size of the yard too much?
Under the silver maple, I see a woodland/shady garden with some casual seating here and there. And the very eastern border utility access to the shed and compost areas.
So what do you think? Please don't hold back with your constructive criticism and suggestions, I can take it. :)