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LivingOnThePatio

LivingOnThePatio helps homeowners understand the personal, health, emotional, and financial benefits of creating and using a personalized outdoor living space (OLS). We concentrate particularly on first-time homeowners and downsizing retirees who may be unfamiliar with the possibilities, costs, and decisions involved in creating an outdoor space that fits their lifestyle and budget. Our mission is to help people navigate those decisions before they overspend, hire professionals they may not need, or fall down the DIY (Do-It-Yourself) black hole.

Founded in Vinton, Virginia, in 2022, LivingOnThePatio began as a way to share our personal experiences, research, and lessons learned while creating our own outdoor living space. What started as a personal project has grown into a mission to help others recognize that outdoor living is more than an attractive addition to a home. It’s an opportunity to improve quality of life, support wellness, increase enjoyment of home, and potentially add financial value. We share what we’ve learned so others don’t have to start from scratch or repeat our costly mistakes. Most importantly, we want people to have as much fun creating their outdoor spaces as we do!

Through our planning tools, educational resources, up-cycled patio décor and outdoor living guidance, we help homeowners move from ideas to informed decisions. We encourage them to identify what they really want and need, establish a realistic budget, determine what they can accomplish themselves, and recognize when hiring a professional makes sense. Whether the project is DIY, professionally managed, or a combination of both, our goal is the same: help homeowners create an outdoor living space they love without wasting money, time, or effort.

What makes LivingOnThePatio Different From Other Outdoor Living Resources?

We’re not here to sell you a patio, pergola, or complete landscape makeover. We’re here to help you make informed decisions about your outdoor living space before you spend your money. We share personal experience, research, planning tools, and practical guidance to help homeowners avoid unnecessary expenses, costly mistakes, and decisions they may later regret.

Because our mission is to help you make informed decisions about how you want your outdoor living space to evolve, we want to be clear — we are not landscape designers or architects. Not a retailer. Not a contractor. We focus on education, planning, budgeting, and helping homeowners navigate their options. We don’t compete with landscape professionals, contractors, or outdoor living product providers. Instead, we help homeowners become better-informed customers who understand their goals, budgets, and project requirements before engaging professionals.

Who is Behind LivingOnThePatio?

LivingOnThePatio was founded by Julie and Randy Beckwith in Vinton, Virginia, in 2022. What began as a personal project to create an outdoor living space during the pandemic evolved into a shared mission to help others do the same with fewer mistakes and more confidence.

Julie brings experience in product management, marketing, business operations, and financial decision-making. Randy contributes his practical experience, research, construction knowledge, and culinary interests. Together, they share a hands-on perspective on making outdoor living more accessible, enjoyable, and affordable.

Awards

“Neighborhood Fave” awarded 3 times between 2022 and 2025 from subscribers to the app Nextdoor.
Outdoor Living Space Transformation Champions of the Year 2025 — USA from LUXlife Magazine.
Readers Choice Award: Best Landscape Design, July 2025 as awarded by the: Salem Times-Register, Vinton Messenger, New Castle Record, and Fincastle Herald.
LivingOnThePatio has been recognized in the 2026 Home & Garden Awards by LUXlife Magazine as: Outdoor Living Lifestyle & Wellness Innovators of the Year 2026 – USA Leading Provider of Outdoor Living Space Guidance 2026. See our award here: LivingOnThePatio Home and Garden Award 2026

Interviews, Podcasts, and Presentations

Video interview of Julie Beckwith by Dr. Lisa L. Campbell on the Surprising Health Benefits of an Outdoor Living Space.
In-person speech on the Surprising Health Benefits of an Outdoor Living Space at Kiwanis Club of Roanoke, March 2025
Cover article interview in the May 2025 issue of Valley Business FRONT magazine, Virginia’s Blue Ridge Business Journal.
Leadshub Video Presentation. The presentation starts at 4 minutes and 28 seconds. There is a Q&A Session after the conclusion of the presentation.
SEO Traffic Mastery Video. A testimonial about How to Increase Website Traffic Organically with Proven SEO Methods
To Your Health Podcast with host Esther Avant interviewing Julie Beckwith on the topic: Surprising Health Benefits of an Outdoor Living Space. To listen to the podcast click here.
August 25, 2026 MOJO: The Meaning of Life & Business episode with Jennifer R. Glass, titled “How Time Outside Can Reduce Stress and Improve Your Workday with Julie Beckwith.” In this episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life & Business, host Jennifer R. Glass talks with Julie Beckwith, co-founder of LivingOnThePatio, about the connection between outdoor living, time in nature, stress, focus and everyday well-being. Watch the broadcast here.
In-person speech on the Surprising Health Benefits of an Outdoor Living Space at the PWR Club of Roanoke, October 2026

Testimonials

“Julie has a gift for turning outdoor living into a lifestyle. Her insights helped me transform my backyard into a peaceful retreat that I never knew I needed.”
— Sherri, Surpporter
“Great presentation at the Roanoke Council of Garden Clubs this past Monday. Very informative and wonderful ideas on transforming a patio into a “patio” outdoor living space where you want to spend all of your free time. Great speaker!”
— Crystal, Attendee

Press Releases From Livingonthepatio.com

Press and Media About Livingonthepatio.com

The Vinton Messenger, January 25, 202 4
Cover article interview in the May 2025 issue of Valley Business FRONT magazine, Virginia’s Blue Ridge Business Journal.
ProLandscaper Issue, Sep 2026, page 75, “The Little Interviews“
Julie Beckwith’s LOTP composting insights have been included in Earthava’s guide to the Best Compost Bins!, June 25, 2026
Featured in the Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog Wine Guide
Our newest wine-inspired patio accessory was included in the wine favorites guide from Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog. See what Posh Lifestyle had to say about our Climbing Tendril Hanging Wine Rack Plus 6 Bottle Lights. Read the feature here:
Included in the Cancer Recovery Gift Guide by Cancer Bites & Growing To Give.
A LivingOnThePatio product was selected as part of the comforting gifts designed to bring small moments of peace, warmth, and joy to those navigating cancer recovery. Our Wine Bottle Lights are being used to create spa and meditation corners for people recovering from this serious and potentially devastating illness. This feature is especially meaningful because Cancer Bites was created from a deeply personal experience and focuses on helping people feel cared for during life’s hardest moments. We are honored to be included. View the guide here:
Featured in “Building Your Backyard BBQ Arsenal” on ManTripping. Check out the article here. In the article, our Grilling Apron for outdoor entertaining was highlighted for backyard BBQ enthusiasts who take outdoor cooking seriously.

How can reporters, media outlets, and potential partners work with LivingOnThePatio?

Julie and Randy welcome opportunities to share their experience and perspectives through interviews, articles, podcasts, guest contributions, speaking engagements, and collaborative projects. We’re particularly interested in conversations that explore the connections between outdoor living, wellness, financial decisions, homeownership, and quality of life.

What Topics Can Julie and Randy Speak About?

Our experience and research cover a variety of topics related to outdoor living, including:

Making existing spaces work better:
Finding ways to improve the functionality, enjoyment, and value of an outdoor living space without starting over.
Budgeting and financial planning:
How to establish a realistic budget and avoid overspending on outdoor projects.
DIY versus hiring professionals:
Understanding what homeowners can tackle themselves and when professional help makes sense.
Outdoor wellness:
The physical, emotional, and mental wellness benefits of spending time outdoors.
Outdoor living for life transitions:
Helping first-time homeowners and downsizing retirees make the most of their outdoor spaces.
Nature and productivity:
How access to outdoor spaces and nature can influence stress, creativity, and productivity.

Media Contact

Julie Beckwith
941 704 5695
livingonthepatio22@gmail.com
Contact Us at Livingonthepatio.com

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