The goal of this project was to provide privacy for a gas fire pit area in the back yard and to create a nice and clean look that was relatively easy to maintain while providing great curb appeal. We built a cedar privacy screen with contemporary lines and ran the gas line to a Rundle fire pit area that had the potential to upgrade to a paver patio in the future if desired. We finished with trenched downspouts, concrete edge, an engraved address rock and natural stone steps down the walkout.

The quaking aspen provide upper level screening, but still allow light through to the patio. Photography by Larry Huene Photography.
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Define your outdoor space and enhance privacy with our architectural aluminum privacy wall systems. Whether you need screening from neighbors, wind protection at poolside, or a design element to frame your outdoor room - our walls deliver. Louvered panels for adjustable privacy and airflow, or solid panels for maximum screening and weather protection - all constructed from powder-coated aluminum for lasting durability with zero maintenance. Our privacy walls integrate seamlessly with pergola and patio cover systems, creating fully enclosed outdoor living environments.

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Patio given privacy by tall vertical fencing. Precast 2' x 2' pavers with Dymondia Grass create patio space. King Palms placed in Mexican Beach Pebbles will create broad canopy. Photo by Katrina Coombs

The homeowner wanted to create an enclosure around their built-in hot tub to add some privacy. The contractor, Husker Decks, designed a privacy wall with alternating materials. The aluminum privacy screen in 'River Rock' mixed with a horizontal wood wall in a rich stain blend to create a privacy wall that blends perfectly into the homeowner's backyard space and style.

This is more than a patio. It's your new favorite restaurant, your private lounge, and your backyard bar, all powered by design. The Azenco R-BLADE™ pergola shown here brings architecture and function together with masterful precision. Custom-built for this outdoor kitchen and bar, it features motorized aluminum louvers that rotate up to 150 degrees, giving you full control over light and airflow. The integrated retractable privacy screens block glare, wind, and prying eyes, while keeping the space shaded and cool. Notice the details dual ceiling fans, recessed LED lighting, radiant heaters, and durable powder-coated aluminum. Every inch is designed to perform beautifully under pressure and weather. Whether you're mixing drinks with guests or grilling for the family, this pergola adapts to your needs with a smooth, whisper-quiet system that outperforms standard covers. Unlike traditional wood pergolas that crack, warp, or fade, Azenco’s engineered aluminum frames are built for decades of low-maintenance elegance. With zero visible fasteners, internal drainage, and a seamless integration of lighting and shade, it creates an elevated environment that feels like an extension of your home. Your home deserves a patio that works as hard as you do. Let’s plan it together, call now for a design consultation: 516-522-8249

Our adjustable louvered pergolas can help you make the most out of your space. Worried about the rain? Simply pivot the louvers into the closed position so you can continue to lounge outside.

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Motorized, retractable Phantom Executive screens transform patios and porches into comfortable and welcoming outdoor living spaces. These motorized screens from The Shade Shop retract to be out-of-sight and out-of-mind until you decide you want to utilize them. When the summer sun feels a little harsh, put your solar mesh screens down with the touch of a button to shield the UV rays. Alternately, choose the insect mesh to allow for natural ventilation, while still keeping those pesky mosquitoes from entering your outdoor oasis.

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