Level it up
If you’re staring at a large expanse of space and wondering how you’re going to make it feel like an actual, thought through, backyard, then you should definitely think about steps. You want to lead your guests around different parts of your yard, a horticultural journey, if you will.
Steps will add depth, sometimes literally, to your garden. Think about having them leading down to a pond, or up to a rockery. Using different materials can also add style and interest while giving you another opportunity to inject your personal aesthetic to the space.