A backyard masonry project usually falls into one of three kinds of work. Knowing which one fits your goal is the first useful step.
Brick and block masonry is about building new things that shape the yard, like a garden feature, a boundary, or an entrance. Paver installation is about a ground level surface, such as a patio or a connecting path that relates to doors, planting beds, and seating areas. Repair and restoration is about existing masonry that needs attention, including open joints or damaged units, while keeping the surrounding work that is still sound.
The difference matters because it changes what information is useful to share, and which site conditions should be reviewed before any work is confirmed.