Herringbone
Maximum interlock. The strongest pattern for driveways and high-traffic walks.
Courtyards
Courtyard Paving in New Orleans
Classic brick and stone courtyards in the French Quarter, Marigny, and Garden District tradition, built on a modern base that drains in tight enclosed spaces and holds its line for decades.
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Serving the metro
The New Orleans courtyard is one of the oldest hardscape traditions in the country, and it is also one of the hardest to get right. A walled French Quarter or Marigny courtyard has nowhere to send its water, sits on soft delta soil, and lives under heavy rain and constant humidity. We build courtyards that honor the historic brick-and-stone look while solving the drainage and settling problems that wreck the ones laid the old way.
Why pavers belong in a courtyard
An enclosed courtyard is a bathtub waiting to happen. Surrounding walls trap runoff, and a poured concrete slab cracks, traps that water, and grows slick with mildew in the shade. Brick and stone pavers shed water through their joints, breathe with the humidity, and keep the timeless Garden District character. Best of all, when a root or a settled corner lifts a few units, we lift and reset them. Concrete gives you no second chance.
How we build it
- Map where the water goes first, then set falls and pickups so an enclosed space actually drains
- Compacted crushed-stone base with geotextile fabric over the soft alluvial soil
- Brick, bluestone, or clay pavers laid in running bond, herringbone, or basketweave to match the period
- Locked edge restraints against the walls and clean cuts around drains, planters, and tree wells
- Polymeric jointing to hold the pattern, resist weeds, and stand up to wind-driven rain
Materials and patterns
Most New Orleans courtyards want a material with history. We work in reclaimed and new clay brick, bluestone, and tumbled stone pavers, set in the classic patterns you see behind the gates downtown.
- Old brick running bond for the French Quarter and Marigny look
- Herringbone and basketweave for a richer, more formal floor
- Bluestone or large-format stone for a clean Garden District feel
- Banding and borders to frame a fountain, planter, or seating area
Pairs well with
A courtyard rarely stands alone. We extend it to a back paver patio, connect the gates and side yards with walkways and pathways, and rebuild the entry transitions with new steps and stoops. When you are ready to plan one, get in touch for a written scope.
Serving the New Orleans metro
We restore and build courtyards in New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, River Ridge, Slidell, Covington, Mandeville, Madisonville, and Abita Springs.
How do you drain a courtyard with walls on every side?
We set the paver field to slope toward channel drains or a discreet pickup, then carry that water out under the wall or to the street. Pavers help, because the open joints let water move instead of pooling on a sealed slab.
Can you match the historic brick in my older home?
Yes. We source reclaimed and new clay brick to match color and size, and lay it in the period pattern so the new floor reads as original to the property.
Do I need a permit for courtyard work in the French Quarter?
Historic districts have their own review on top of parish rules, and requirements vary by area and by parish. We check with the local office before we start and handle the paperwork as part of the job.
Will tree roots in the courtyard lift the pavers?
They can over time, which is exactly why pavers win here. We build tree wells and root barriers up front, and if a section ever shifts, we lift and reset those pavers instead of breaking out a slab.
Make it yours
Paver Styles & Patterns
The pattern is not just a look; it changes how the surface wears. We bring real samples to your estimate.
Running Bond
A clean, classic offset that suits most patios and modern homes.
Basketweave
A timeless woven look at home in courtyards and garden paths.
Cobblestone
Rounded, tumbled texture with old-world, French Quarter character.
How it works
The Big Easy Method
Every job runs the same way: transparent, on time, and engineered for our soil.
Free On-Site Consultation
We walk the space, read the grade and drainage, and talk ideas and budget. No pressure, no charge.
Custom Design & Quote
A layout, paver and color options, and a clear written estimate with a price that holds.
Engineered Base
We excavate and compact a deep base for soft delta soil, set edge restraints, and build in drainage.
Lay, Joint & Walkthrough
Pavers set tight, joints locked with polymeric sand, surface cleaned, and we walk the finished job with you.
Built for New Orleans ground
Why Pavers Win Here
South Louisiana ground is hard on hardscape. An engineered paver system holds up where a poured slab fails.
- Pavers flex with shifting ground instead of cracking like a slab
- Drainage engineered into every base, so water moves off your lot
- A settled section lifts and resets in an afternoon, never a tear-out
- Licensed, insured, and permit-ready, with the scope in writing
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Proof it holds up
Reviews From New Orleans Homeowners
★★★★★I wanted to revamp my outdoor living space, and they did an outstanding job with patio pavers. The attention to detail and the quality of their workmanship were remarkable. The patio is now the centerpiece of my backyard.
★★★★★Big Easy Paver Patios exceeded my expectations on my landscape construction. Their team was knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to delivering exceptional results. I would not hesitate to hire them again.
★★★★★They did an exceptional job constructing my outdoor home deck. The attention to detail was evident throughout, and the result is aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound. I could not be happier.
Courtyard Paving near you
Cities We Serve
Local courtyard paving across the New Orleans metro and the Northshore.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does courtyard paving cost in New Orleans?
Pricing depends on the size of the area, the paver you choose, and the base and drainage the site needs. Soft delta soil usually calls for a deeper compacted base than other parts of the country, and we price that into a written estimate before any work starts.
How long does the project take?
Most residential projects run three to five working days once we start: excavation and base prep, edge restraints, laying the pavers, and locking the joints. Larger scopes with walls, drainage, or an outdoor kitchen take longer, and we give you a firm timeline with your estimate.
Why pavers instead of poured concrete?
Our ground moves. A rigid slab cracks when the soil shifts and has to be torn out whole to repair. Interlocking pavers flex with the ground, let water through the joints, and a settled section resets in an afternoon.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Big Easy Paver Patios is a licensed and insured Louisiana contractor. We pull the permits your parish requires and put the full scope in writing, so there are no surprises mid-project.
Ready when you are
Let's Build Your Outdoor Space
Free on-site estimate, written scope, and a price that does not change after we start. Tell us what you are picturing and we will show you what your yard can become.
No-pressure consult. Most estimates returned within 24 hours.