This is an example of a large traditional backyard concrete paver landscaping in New York.

Having issues with their stamped concrete and an overgrown landscape the client wanted to update their backyard to something welcoming, open and able to host large gatherings. We sourced stone locally and from the east coast to tie into the beautiful brick home. All the patios are installed using dry stone methods with polysand in the joints. The Bluestone is a five piece pattern with custom local sandstone inlays. We also built 2 circular patios out of our local sandstone with tight jointing. Beds have a mixture of shrubs, small evergreens and seasonal changing perennials. The mulch in the beds is basalt chosen to accent the patios and brick.

Having issues with their stamped concrete and an overgrown landscape the client wanted to update their backyard to something welcoming, open and able to host large gatherings. We sourced stone locally and from the east coast to tie into the beautiful brick home. All the patios are installed using dry stone methods with polysand in the joints. The Bluestone is a five piece pattern with custom local sandstone inlays. We also built 2 circular patios out of our local sandstone with tight jointing. Beds have a mixture of shrubs, small evergreens and seasonal changing perennials. The mulch in the beds is basalt chosen to accent the patios and brick.

Having issues with their stamped concrete and an overgrown landscape the client wanted to update their backyard to something welcoming, open and able to host large gatherings. We sourced stone locally and from the east coast to tie into the beautiful brick home. All the patios are installed using dry stone methods with polysand in the joints. The Bluestone is a five piece pattern with custom local sandstone inlays. We also built 2 circular patios out of our local sandstone with tight jointing. Beds have a mixture of shrubs, small evergreens and seasonal changing perennials. The mulch in the beds is basalt chosen to accent the patios and brick.

Having issues with their stamped concrete and an overgrown landscape the client wanted to update their backyard to something welcoming, open and able to host large gatherings. We sourced stone locally and from the east coast to tie into the beautiful brick home. All the patios are installed using dry stone methods with polysand in the joints. The Bluestone is a five piece pattern with custom local sandstone inlays. We also built 2 circular patios out of our local sandstone with tight jointing. Beds have a mixture of shrubs, small evergreens and seasonal changing perennials. The mulch in the beds is basalt chosen to accent the patios and brick.

New materials were used to update a traditional wooden deck and irregular bluestone pool terrace to provide a contemporary feel suitable for the clean lines of the Owner's Restoration Hardware furniture. A new outdoor kitchen and fire table at the deck level and a service counter with refrigerator, freezer and storage cabinet at the pool level were incorporated into the overall scheme.

Landscape renovations included a custom cedar pergola and trellis, blue stone patio, custom cedar split rail fence flagstone and stepping stone walkway. Designed and photo by: Bradford Associates Landscape Architects

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun backyard stone garden path in Minneapolis.

Patrick Barta Photography
Mid-sized zen u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen photo in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, gray backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Inspiration for a large rustic open concept dark wood floor and brown floor game room remodel in DC Metro with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Game room - large rustic open concept dark wood floor and brown floor game room idea in DC Metro with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

This project won an award from the MN Nursery and Landscape Association in 2014 for Excellence in Landscape Design. The original outdoor space gave the family only 389 square feet of space to entertain. With a carefully-laid-out design, they now use the entire side yard – a whopping 800 square feet.

This new home was in need of all new landscaping after their remodel was complete. Clean lines and bluestone paving unify the front and rear yards. A full service outdoor kitchen with counter seating, outdoor shower, and multi-seasonal plantings complete the yard.

This visually simple, modern solution is unique within its suburban context, and gives this family the custom landscape of their dreams. The homeowners’ wish list included a modern design and clearly defined spaces: a larger dining patio, firepit patio, hot tub, and a 4-season sport court (which gets flooded for ice hockey in the winter). Circulation and screening were key in Ground One’s landscape design. A sport court could overwhelm the entire backyard, so it was raised three feet above the primary backyard to physically separate different spaces, and minimize its visual impact. Rectangular bluestone in a running bond pattern was used in all the gathering spaces (dining, firepit, hot tub). Bluestone walls reinforce a simple material palette. A larger dining patio was installed near the house for greater entertaining flexibility. Plank paver paths connect to a private hot tub area and allow kids to don hockey gear and enter the sport court without messing up the house. The firepit patio is at the back of the property, nestled into the existing hillside under a large oak and below the sport court terrace. Plantings reinforce the geometry of each gathering space, provide focal points, and create layers of screening and separation from any given vantage point. Hardy species were selected for their low-maintenance requirements and various seasons of interest. Landscape lighting was incorporated to provide way finding between the patios, accent various hardscape elements, and highlight the trees.

Example of a large mountain style open concept dark wood floor and brown floor game room design in DC Metro with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Large mountain style open concept dark wood floor and brown floor game room photo in DC Metro with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

This homeowner’s outdoor area was enhanced to resemble a spa-like environment. With the various features that were incorporated, it truly became the perfect place to enjoy with family and friends. A waterfall, the perfect accompaniment to a swimming pool, was added and truly created the relaxing feature the homeowners were looking for. The diving board feature that was added to the pool was built with bluestone treads – adding a fun feature to the pool. Wynn marble was used around the pool and worked well with the colors that were incorporated across the patio. Overall, the materials that were used complimented each other well and created an area that could be enjoyed by family and friends. Braen Supply and Landscape Techniques worked together and made this possible.

Photography By Joe Dodd
Photo of a large contemporary backyard gravel landscaping in San Francisco with a fire pit.

Large mountain style open concept dark wood floor and brown floor game room photo in DC Metro with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv