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Sunset Paradise

Imagine a cool autumn evening. The kids gather wood for the fire pit while the parents prepare snacks inside. As the sun sets, the family gathers around the wood-burning fire pit, where they tell stories, toast marshmallows, and laugh together under the starry sky. Later, they transition to the gas fire pit for a cozy and warm finish to the evening.

By incorporating a thoughtful mix of relaxation and activity spaces, this outdoor living area achieves the Smith family’s goal of creating an inviting, functional extension of their home—a space where family connections grow and cherished memories are made.

Client Vision and Goals:
The Sunset Paradise family, owners of a newly constructed home on a blank canvas lot, approached us to create a dynamic outdoor living space that would expand their home’s usable square footage while fostering quality family time outdoors. Their primary goal was to encourage their children to disconnect from their devices and engage with nature, creating opportunities for long-lasting memories as a family.

Design Overview:
To achieve the Smith family’s vision, we designed a versatile outdoor space that balances functionality, aesthetics, and durability. Key features include:

Two Fire Pits for Year-Round Enjoyment:
A gas fire pit for convenience, perfect for quick evening gatherings or when entertaining guests.
A wood-burning fire pit, offering a traditional campfire experience for roasting marshmallows and enjoying the crackling of natural flames.

Hardscape Details:
Unilock Umbriano Pavers form the primary surface of the patio, chosen for their sleek, contemporary finish and exceptional durability.
Unilock Rivercrest Walls are used for seating walls and as an accent to define the space, adding texture and dimension.

Landscape Enhancements:
Strategically placed landscape lighting highlights pathways, accentuates key design elements, and ensures safe navigation at night.
Decorative slate rock fills the garden beds, offering low-maintenance beauty while complementing the modern aesthetic of the hardscapes.

Family-Focused Features:
An open patio area provides ample room for outdoor dining, lounging, or even a game of cornhole.
Flexible seating options near the fire pits ensure everyone has a spot to relax and connect.


Outdoor Great Room featuring TV & Gas Fire Pit

Picture this: after a long day, the family retreats to their outdoor sanctuary. The smooth, natural texture of the Banas Natural Stone patio floor feels cool underfoot as they prepare dinner in the fully equipped outdoor kitchen. The smell of sizzling steaks on the gas grill fills the air while the kids settle onto the cozy seating area to watch a family movie on the outdoor TV. Later, everyone gathers around the fire pit, basking in its warm glow under the gentle illumination of the landscape lighting.

With its perfect balance of functionality and elegance, this space not only solved their patio problem but also became the ultimate haven for relaxation and quality time.

Client Vision and Goals:
This family came to us with a challenge: their 5-year-old stamped concrete patio was failing due to improper installation, with cracks and uneven surfaces making it unsafe and unsightly. They dreamed of transforming their backyard into a functional, luxurious retreat where they could relax and unwind daily. They wanted a space that incorporated an outdoor kitchen, entertainment features, and cozy elements for year-round enjoyment.

Design Overview:
To bring the this family’s vision to life, we reimagined their outdoor area with a blend of practicality and elegance, creating a seamless extension of their home. The redesigned space features:

Patio Flooring:
The failing stamped concrete was replaced with Banas Natural Stone, known for its timeless beauty, durability, and slip-resistant surface. This natural stone provides a sophisticated foundation that complements the overall design while ensuring long-term performance and safety.

Outdoor Kitchen:
A fully equipped kitchen area with high-performance appliances, including a Blaze gas grill, Kamado Joe smoker, and a Blaze power burner, Blaze Outdoor Fridge catering to all their cooking and grilling needs.
Stunning outdoor quartz countertops provide ample prep and serving space, installed atop Challenger Outdoors aluminum custom cabinetry, chosen for its durability and sleek design.

Custom Gas Fire Pit:
A centrally located gas fire pit constructed with natural stone and topped with elegant limestone coping.
The fire pit features a decorative log set, creating a natural wood-burning aesthetic without the hassle of storing and drying firewood, offering warmth and ambiance with minimal maintenance.

Entertainment Wall:
A custom composite deck wall integrates a SunBrite outdoor TV and soundbar, transforming the patio into an open-air media room. Perfect for watching the game, movie nights, or relaxing with music.

Landscape Lighting:
Strategically placed landscape lighting highlights the patio’s features, enhances safety, and creates a warm, inviting atmosphere across the yard.


Transforming a Failing Patio into a Dream Outdoor Living Space

Covid Staycation 2020

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S'mores and More

Removal of a 30 year old deck, designed a multi level outdoor living patio with space to grill, dine, and entertain late into the evening around the stunning gas fire pit with ceramic log set. Bring a cocktail and s'mores and create your own memories on this patio. Pavers are Unilock Beacon Hill Smooth Bavarian Blend (main patio) and Unilock Beacon Hill Flagstone Fossil ( fire pit patio) frame edge is Unilock Holland Premier Soldier Dark Charcoal. Walls and Steps are Olde Quarry Wall stone River with Fullnose Antique Sandstone Coping. 

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