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This classy final product was the result of many challenging weeks and lots of changes! What started out as a pretty large scope of work turned into a massive scope of work, and we ended up designing and reworking just about every part of every space in the house. On the main level, we upgraded an existing powder room, adding a pantry to the kitchen, installed a new gas fireplace to replace the old wood burning, painted everything with a new fresh palette, scraped off the popcorn ceilings, and implemented a new lighting scheme throughout. Upstairs, we did a full upgrade remodel to the guest bathroom, and gorgeous renovation to the master bathroom. We installed new ceiling fans in every bedroom, painted the entire level, hung a new stairwell chandelier, replaced closet doors, scraped popcorn ceilings, and added recessed lights. In the basement, we added a new stair railing, remodeled the basement bathroom, completed re-faced the existing fireplace and hearth, added a new gas insert, created a gorgeous back storage wall, and scraped popcorn ceilings. We also painted and added recessed lighting here, and replaced old wood doors with fresh white ones. This whole house carries a gorgeous, fresh, elegantly traditional aesthetic now that is cohesive and beautiful!

This project is truly one of those designed by setbacks. The owners fell in love with the setting, sitting on a bank above the river, but a sewer easement through the center of the property, parallel to the road, cut the building envelope in half. Our goal was a 1,400 sq ft home with outside space on the river side of the home.
We started with an attached garage concept, which is very desirable in our snowy climate, but it was forcing a compromise with no patio on the back of the house. We negotiated an agreement with the city staff to allow us to build a breezeway over the 25’ sewer easement. The breezeway was designed and constructed to be removable by forklift in 3 pieces, if it ever becomes necessary to work on the sewer line, buried about 20’ below grade.
The owners had varying taste in the style of home they wanted, one on the more traditional end and one on a more contemporary bent. They also wanted low maintenance materials. The result is a simple gable form with over-sized knee braces and gable end vents for function as well as character. The home is finished with cedar shingle siding with a horizontal corrugated metal wainscot below. We opened the back of the house up with windows and sliding doors, giving great views into the trees and down to the river below. The greatest feature is the back patio perched on the bank with the sound of the river rising up from below.

This couple desired to expand their horizon and maximize their outdoor living space. Their back yard was part of a big hill and a major amount of excavation needed to level up the ground for any kind of flat space use
• The homeowner’s goals where to have a big lower level patio to be able to walk out of their basement into stone patio
• Space for outdoor jacuzzi
• Space for outdoor wood burning fireplace and seating wall
• Outdoor lower bar
• Second floor large scale deck with a cooking bar
• A walkway ramp for wheelchair access (covered with roof)
• Lots of seating and entertainment space
Challenges:
The big backyard hill and big ground.
Big stone retaining walls needed.
Major excavation.
Run utilities, such as gas and water and sewer for bar area.
Resolve drainage.
The project started with breaking ground, and haul away major amount of dirt from back yard, implementing over 300 ft of retaining wall covered in stone to sunk in the patio
Cutting concrete walls in basement to create walk out into new patio
New flagstone patio over concrete slab was designed with outer radius to own a wood burning fireplace and seating walls. Right side was covered with tall stone wall and raining to adjacent neighbors
Under the deck area is a covered area for bar with stool seating wrapped with ledger stone and granite top and a secluded area for jacuzzi away from neighbors’ view
A double-sided staircase was built connecting lower patio to wrapped around upper deck,
The new Azak covered deck with listed rail system was equipped with cooking island, natural gas grill, sink and faucet, microwave and outdoor beverage center.
A covered walkway ramp has given an opportunity for elder mother in wheelchair to be able to visit them and spend time outdoor with them.
Beaded ceiling panels and hanging chandeliers has lid up this veranda.
This three-story addition into back of this dwelling stand tall in this community and now more than ever this family get to enjoy their backyard and outdoors with friends and family
The harmonizing choice of decking colors with ledger stone, granite tops, flagstone and veneer wall stones has given this outdoor project a standing ovation.
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This couple desired to expand their horizon and maximize their outdoor living space. Their back yard was part of a big hill and a major amount of excavation needed to level up the ground for any kind of flat space use
• The homeowner’s goals where to have a big lower level patio to be able to walk out of their basement into stone patio
• Space for outdoor jacuzzi
• Space for outdoor wood burning fireplace and seating wall
• Outdoor lower bar
• Second floor large scale deck with a cooking bar
• A walkway ramp for wheelchair access (covered with roof)
• Lots of seating and entertainment space
Challenges:
The big backyard hill and big ground.
Big stone retaining walls needed.
Major excavation.
Run utilities, such as gas and water and sewer for bar area.
Resolve drainage.
The project started with breaking ground, and haul away major amount of dirt from back yard, implementing over 300 ft of retaining wall covered in stone to sunk in the patio
Cutting concrete walls in basement to create walk out into new patio
New flagstone patio over concrete slab was designed with outer radius to own a wood burning fireplace and seating walls. Right side was covered with tall stone wall and raining to adjacent neighbors
Under the deck area is a covered area for bar with stool seating wrapped with ledger stone and granite top and a secluded area for jacuzzi away from neighbors’ view
A double-sided staircase was built connecting lower patio to wrapped around upper deck,
The new Azak covered deck with listed rail system was equipped with cooking island, natural gas grill, sink and faucet, microwave and outdoor beverage center.
A covered walkway ramp has given an opportunity for elder mother in wheelchair to be able to visit them and spend time outdoor with them.
Beaded ceiling panels and hanging chandeliers has lid up this veranda.
This three-story addition into back of this dwelling stand tall in this community and now more than ever this family get to enjoy their backyard and outdoors with friends and family
The harmonizing choice of decking colors with ledger stone, granite tops, flagstone and veneer wall stones has given this outdoor project a standing ovation.

Our Clients were ready for a complete overhaul of their existing finished basement. The existing layout did not work for their family and the finishes were old and dated. We started with the fireplace as we wanted it to be a focal point. The interlaced natural stone almost has a geometric texture to it. It brings in both the natural elements the clients love and also a much more modern feel. We changed out the old wood burning fireplace to gas and our cabinet maker created a custom maple mantel and open shelving. We balanced the asymmetry with a tv cabinet using the same maple wood for the top.
The bar was also a feature we wanted to highlight- it was previously in an inconvenient spot so we moved it. We created a recessed area for it to sit so that it didn't intrude into the space around the pool table. The countertop is a beautiful natural quartzite that ties all of the finishes together. The porcelain strip backsplash adds a simple, but modern feel and we tied in the maple by adding open shelving. We created a custom bar table using a matching wood top with plenty of seating for friends and family to gather.
We kept the bathroom layout the same, but updated all of the finishes. We wanted it to be an extension of the main basement space. The shower tile is a 12 x 24 porcelain that matches the tile at the bar and the fireplace hearth. We used the same quartzite from the bar for the vanity top.
Overall, we achieved a warm and cozy, yet modern space for the family to enjoy together and when entertaining family and friends.

This couple desired to expand their horizon and maximize their outdoor living space. Their back yard was part of a big hill and a major amount of excavation needed to level up the ground for any kind of flat space use
• The homeowner’s goals where to have a big lower level patio to be able to walk out of their basement into stone patio
• Space for outdoor jacuzzi
• Space for outdoor wood burning fireplace and seating wall
• Outdoor lower bar
• Second floor large scale deck with a cooking bar
• A walkway ramp for wheelchair access (covered with roof)
• Lots of seating and entertainment space
Challenges:
The big backyard hill and big ground.
Big stone retaining walls needed.
Major excavation.
Run utilities, such as gas and water and sewer for bar area.
Resolve drainage.
The project started with breaking ground, and haul away major amount of dirt from back yard, implementing over 300 ft of retaining wall covered in stone to sunk in the patio
Cutting concrete walls in basement to create walk out into new patio
New flagstone patio over concrete slab was designed with outer radius to own a wood burning fireplace and seating walls. Right side was covered with tall stone wall and raining to adjacent neighbors
Under the deck area is a covered area for bar with stool seating wrapped with ledger stone and granite top and a secluded area for jacuzzi away from neighbors’ view
A double-sided staircase was built connecting lower patio to wrapped around upper deck,
The new Azak covered deck with listed rail system was equipped with cooking island, natural gas grill, sink and faucet, microwave and outdoor beverage center.
A covered walkway ramp has given an opportunity for elder mother in wheelchair to be able to visit them and spend time outdoor with them.
Beaded ceiling panels and hanging chandeliers has lid up this veranda.
This three-story addition into back of this dwelling stand tall in this community and now more than ever this family get to enjoy their backyard and outdoors with friends and family
The harmonizing choice of decking colors with ledger stone, granite tops, flagstone and veneer wall stones has given this outdoor project a standing ovation.

The goal was to create an elegant, inviting environment for a couple of empty nesters starting fresh with just their collection of Calders. The colorful, bold Calders sport red, blue, black and orange and would provide saturated pops of color in an otherwise soothing neutral color scheme. We cladded the fireplace in a rich slate and set about creating a perfect living room in which the Calders could truly hold court. A classic, lush sofa and buttery soft antique chairs beckon. The vases and lamps were incredible finds from a great antique showroom in New York City. An optical white on white Joseph Albers-esque silk rug from the venerable Doris Leslie Blau was also the perfect find. The custom Brett Design forest green side tables and orange cashmere throw pillows finish off the space with additional surprises of rich color.
Fifth Avenue Apartment | Interior design by Brett Design

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Sunbury, OH
J.Holderby - Renovations
Franklin County's Leading General Contractors - 2X Best of Houzz!

This recently completed outdoor living space was created for a really great family in Chatham. Their original backyard design included a deck surrounded by mulch planting beds. We demolished all original elements and constructed an all bluestone patio that ran the entire width of their home. This made it possible to double their usable space. We used uniformly sized all blue bluestone tiles. We built them an outdoor kitchen and bar - complete with grill, shelving, built-in trash can and refrigerator. Pearl Blue quartz was used for the counter top and we rounded the bar side in order to maximize sitting space. The perimeter of the patio received a 20" high sitting wall with a 2" thick bluestone tread cap. LED strip lighting was installed below the wall cap to provide accent lighting at night. At the yard entrance, we built (2) raised piers complete with centered light fixtures on top. The custom gas-start/wood-burn fireplace really sets this patio apart from most. By curving the hearth and hollowing out the interior, we were able to create a wood log storage area without sacrificing any of their usable space on the sides. The gas dial is concealed on the side of the fireplace and is operated by key. Throughout the entire patio you will see cultured stone siding that provides the perfect blend of continuity and complimentary colors. This project was a huge success and the client is very happy with the finished product. We couldn't have asked to work for better people.
#GreatWorkForGreatPeople

This couple desired to expand their horizon and maximize their outdoor living space. Their back yard was part of a big hill and a major amount of excavation needed to level up the ground for any kind of flat space use
• The homeowner’s goals where to have a big lower level patio to be able to walk out of their basement into stone patio
• Space for outdoor jacuzzi
• Space for outdoor wood burning fireplace and seating wall
• Outdoor lower bar
• Second floor large scale deck with a cooking bar
• A walkway ramp for wheelchair access (covered with roof)
• Lots of seating and entertainment space
Challenges:
The big backyard hill and big ground.
Big stone retaining walls needed.
Major excavation.
Run utilities, such as gas and water and sewer for bar area.
Resolve drainage.
The project started with breaking ground, and haul away major amount of dirt from back yard, implementing over 300 ft of retaining wall covered in stone to sunk in the patio
Cutting concrete walls in basement to create walk out into new patio
New flagstone patio over concrete slab was designed with outer radius to own a wood burning fireplace and seating walls. Right side was covered with tall stone wall and raining to adjacent neighbors
Under the deck area is a covered area for bar with stool seating wrapped with ledger stone and granite top and a secluded area for jacuzzi away from neighbors’ view
A double-sided staircase was built connecting lower patio to wrapped around upper deck,
The new Azak covered deck with listed rail system was equipped with cooking island, natural gas grill, sink and faucet, microwave and outdoor beverage center.
A covered walkway ramp has given an opportunity for elder mother in wheelchair to be able to visit them and spend time outdoor with them.
Beaded ceiling panels and hanging chandeliers has lid up this veranda.
This three-story addition into back of this dwelling stand tall in this community and now more than ever this family get to enjoy their backyard and outdoors with friends and family
The harmonizing choice of decking colors with ledger stone, granite tops, flagstone and veneer wall stones has given this outdoor project a standing ovation.

Let’s be honest. Chimney cleaning probably isn’t the first thing on your spring to-do list. But if you used your fireplace this past winter, scheduling a chimney sweep before warm weather arrives is one of the best home maintenance decisions you can make. Here’s why Spring is the best time to schedule your chimney cleaning.
Your Chimney Just Worked Hard All Winter
It’s tired, simply burnt out! Every time you burned wood this season, creosote, also known as soot, was clinging to the inner walls of your chimney. It’s a natural byproduct of burning wood, but it’s also highly flammable and the leading cause of chimney fires. The longer it sits, the more it builds up. A professional chimney sweep, such as Superior Chimney, takes a look at your chimney flue liner, damper, and firebox — clearing it all out before that creosote becomes a serious issue.
Spring is the Best Time to Take Care of the Chimney
Fall is when everyone panics. The temperature drops, and the fireplace suddenly seems appealing. By scheduling now, in spring, you get to clean your chimney now so your house doesn’t smell from the creosote left in your fireplace and chimney Superior Chimney includes a FREE 14-Point Certified Written Inspection with photo documentation sent straight to your email with every chimney sweep we do. That’s the kind of full-service you want, and you’re more likely to get it when things aren’t hectic.
Catch Problems Before They Get Expensive
Here’s something homeowners don’t regularly remember: a chimney sweep isn’t just about cleaning. It’s about integrity. When a CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep technician pushes rods and brushes through your chimney system, if pieces of fire clay tile, tile joints, or brick start falling, that tells you exactly where a structural issue exists. That’s critical information for fireworthy, continued use of your fireplace.
Avoid Any Obstructions
Obstruction-free chimney systems is another key reason for a spring chimney sweep. Birds, squirrels, and raccoons love a quiet chimney during the warmer (and definitely the cold) months. Nesting, debris, and feces can create blockages, and a simple cleaning alone won’t remove most of them. Knowing what’s going on inside your chimney before critters move in is a whole lot easier than dealing with it in October.
It’s the National Safety Standard — Not Just a Suggestion
The NFPA 211, CSIA, NCSG, and IRC all recommend annual chimney inspections and cleanings for both wood burning and gas fireplaces. It’s not optional; it’s a safety standard. As the CSIA puts it simply: clean chimneys don’t catch fire. Well put CSIA.
Did You Know?
All of Superior Chimney’s technicians are certified by the CSIA, so you know you’re getting expertise you can trust. Then we take the extra step of taking pictures so you can ‘see’ exactly what’s going on with the chimney. Everything looks good from the ground. We’ll email the pictures to you so you can keep your own records of what we all saw during the last visit. Now you know why spring is the best time to schedule your chimney cleaning.
Contact us or give us a call today at 877-244-6349 to get started.

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60″ x 30″ Concrete Fire table, with 18″ Ignis Fire Insert. Price Starting at $1400.00 size as listed
Green Stone Artisans presents our Custom Concrete Fire Tables!!
Each table is Handmade to order using our unique concrete mix and technique, with a completion time within 2-3 weeks. Each fire table will have a Rustic polished Stone look. The Sleek Stainless steel burner insert fits perfectly in the handmade surround. Powered by Ignis/Moda Flame.
The Burner insert runs on Clean burning Ethanol. It is a VENT-LESS Fireplace that can burn indoors or outside…. That’s right. NO FUMES, NO SMOKE, NO SOOT.
Easy to use. Fill the Stainless steel insert with the Ethanol. (1 bottle provided with purchase of fire burner) Use a candle lighter to ignite the burner. The flames will increase after 10 minutes of use, You will also see the flames dance creating a soothing ambiance Ideal for entertaining guest. (as seen in the link here). The Flame height will vary. Indoor the flames are modest, they will reach 4- 8 Inches. Outside where there is more oxygen available the flames will increase to 10-14 inches. This burner is not just for entertaining though. It does emit 6,000 BTU’s of heat. comparable to a high end electric heater. It will warm up that cold and drafty room in the fall and winter months.
Easy to kill the flame as well. The concrete fire burner comes with a shut off lever. Close the lid and the flame instantly goes out.
Custom fire table includes safety instructions, an easy to use shut off lever , 1 Bottle of Ethanol fuel. Each bottle last on average 6 hours, the fuel can be purchased on Amazon at $4-$6 per bottle.
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This couple desired to expand their horizon and maximize their outdoor living space. Their back yard was part of a big hill and a major amount of excavation needed to level up the ground for any kind of flat space use
• The homeowner’s goals where to have a big lower level patio to be able to walk out of their basement into stone patio
• Space for outdoor jacuzzi
• Space for outdoor wood burning fireplace and seating wall
• Outdoor lower bar
• Second floor large scale deck with a cooking bar
• A walkway ramp for wheelchair access (covered with roof)
• Lots of seating and entertainment space
Challenges:
The big backyard hill and big ground.
Big stone retaining walls needed.
Major excavation.
Run utilities, such as gas and water and sewer for bar area.
Resolve drainage.
The project started with breaking ground, and haul away major amount of dirt from back yard, implementing over 300 ft of retaining wall covered in stone to sunk in the patio
Cutting concrete walls in basement to create walk out into new patio
New flagstone patio over concrete slab was designed with outer radius to own a wood burning fireplace and seating walls. Right side was covered with tall stone wall and raining to adjacent neighbors
Under the deck area is a covered area for bar with stool seating wrapped with ledger stone and granite top and a secluded area for jacuzzi away from neighbors’ view
A double-sided staircase was built connecting lower patio to wrapped around upper deck,
The new Azak covered deck with listed rail system was equipped with cooking island, natural gas grill, sink and faucet, microwave and outdoor beverage center.
A covered walkway ramp has given an opportunity for elder mother in wheelchair to be able to visit them and spend time outdoor with them.
Beaded ceiling panels and hanging chandeliers has lid up this veranda.
This three-story addition into back of this dwelling stand tall in this community and now more than ever this family get to enjoy their backyard and outdoors with friends and family
The harmonizing choice of decking colors with ledger stone, granite tops, flagstone and veneer wall stones has given this outdoor project a standing ovation.

This Wooded Retreat project started with the removal of a large area of bamboo roots, re-grading the area after, and installing bamboo containment barrier. All root materials were be excavated and disposed of off site. We then graded the side yard to eliminate mounds and low areas, removed rocks and boulders which were be used on front bank. Grading was also done in preparation for fence installation. Bamboo containment barrier was installed from street down to back of property.
2 truckloads of top soil was hauled in to fill areas where bamboo roots were excavated. The newly installed topsoil was fine graded to prep for the fence and plantings.
Tree work including tree trimming and tree removal throughout the site was done by Arborist Enterprises.
This luxurious portion of this project included a complete landscape design featuring Trees and shrub installation with all disturbed ground covered with natural wood chips. Natural stone steps along driveway were installed using local gray/earth tone treads. The patio surface was installed using natural irregular flagstone, natural stone treads for steps, and PA Limestone boulders to retain grade around patio. The fire pit consisted of a natural stacked stone ring and ‘Zentro’ Smokeless Fire Pit insert. Natural stone paths were installed using natural large irregular flagstone slabs. All landscape lighting installed was Kichler LED light fixtures.

Sponsored
Sunbury, OH
J.Holderby - Renovations
Franklin County's Leading General Contractors - 2X Best of Houzz!

This farmhouse kitchen was designed for an active family that loves to entertain and likes to keep an eye on their menagerie of barnyard animals throughout the day. The pantry, behind the barn door, was carved out of a former cabinet space while the refrigerator was relocated to the former tiny pantry, after the two side fireplace was replaced with a once sided fireplace that now faces the family room. With the burning hazard eliminated, the island could be extended for much desired storage, prep space as well as a place for friends and family to perch while meal preparation is underway.

Copper abounds throughout this luxurious home. The woman of the house grew up in Arizona, where copper is abundant. It makes her happy. We love to use elements or pieces that are meaningful to our clients – it’s how one-of-a-kind interiors are created. The focal point of the entertaining is the commanding wood burning fireplace. Our blue ribbon winning design brings the materials and finishes from the exterior inside, creating a pleasing continuity. The entire great room has a surprising and bold cerise, yellow and gray color scheme. Rugs and ceiling coffers define its three distinct functional areas. This custom rug, made of gray wool with a cerise contrasting band, is perfectly sized for the space. The yellow and white transitional upholstered chairs are detailed with nailhead trim and yellow cording. The tufted ottoman in a fun pink and white geometric pattern can be used to put one’s feet up, as extra seating or a surface to place a tray of food and drinks. The fabric that started the distinctive scheme, a striped silk, hangs from copper drapery hardware in graceful drapery panels flanking the patio doors.
Gordon Beall Photograpy

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash.
Paint colors:
Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024
Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23
Robert B. Narod Photography

This Wooded Retreat project started with the removal of a large area of bamboo roots, re-grading the area after, and installing bamboo containment barrier. All root materials were be excavated and disposed of off site. We then graded the side yard to eliminate mounds and low areas, removed rocks and boulders which were be used on front bank. Grading was also done in preparation for fence installation. Bamboo containment barrier was installed from street down to back of property.
2 truckloads of top soil was hauled in to fill areas where bamboo roots were excavated. The newly installed topsoil was fine graded to prep for the fence and plantings.
Tree work including tree trimming and tree removal throughout the site was done by Arborist Enterprises.
This luxurious portion of this project included a complete landscape design featuring Trees and shrub installation with all disturbed ground covered with natural wood chips. Natural stone steps along driveway were installed using local gray/earth tone treads. The patio surface was installed using natural irregular flagstone, natural stone treads for steps, and PA Limestone boulders to retain grade around patio. The fire pit consisted of a natural stacked stone ring and ‘Zentro’ Smokeless Fire Pit insert. Natural stone paths were installed using natural large irregular flagstone slabs. All landscape lighting installed was Kichler LED light fixtures.

Our Clients were ready for a complete overhaul of their existing finished basement. The existing layout did not work for their family and the finishes were old and dated. We started with the fireplace as we wanted it to be a focal point. The interlaced natural stone almost has a geometric texture to it. It brings in both the natural elements the clients love and also a much more modern feel. We changed out the old wood burning fireplace to gas and our cabinet maker created a custom maple mantel and open shelving. We balanced the asymmetry with a tv cabinet using the same maple wood for the top.
The bar was also a feature we wanted to highlight- it was previously in an inconvenient spot so we moved it. We created a recessed area for it to sit so that it didn't intrude into the space around the pool table. The countertop is a beautiful natural quartzite that ties all of the finishes together. The porcelain strip backsplash adds a simple, but modern feel and we tied in the maple by adding open shelving. We created a custom bar table using a matching wood top with plenty of seating for friends and family to gather.
We kept the bathroom layout the same, but updated all of the finishes. We wanted it to be an extension of the main basement space. The shower tile is a 12 x 24 porcelain that matches the tile at the bar and the fireplace hearth. We used the same quartzite from the bar for the vanity top.
Overall, we achieved a warm and cozy, yet modern space for the family to enjoy together and when entertaining family and friends.

After many years of having no outdoor living space and dealing with overgrown plants and trees the owner’s decided it was time to revitalize their backyard. They knew they wanted a large sitting area with a wood burning fireplace, room for outdoor dining and a place for the grill. A connecting walk would be needed to get guests from the driveway to the outdoor space. Last but not least, the owners wanted the ability to and a reason for stepping out of their unusable patio doors.
The designers decided from the start the fireplace would be the prominent feature and focal point for the entire project. A large fireplace accented with sitting walls and arbors was positioned to anchor the corner of the patio. Stone was chosen to set the fireplace apart as its own element. Brick was used for the sitting walls and brick accents were added to the fireplace to tie into the house. An inlaid herringbone brick detail was incorporated above the stone mantle to simulate artwork which is typically found above indoor fireplaces. Flagstone was used for the wall caps and hearth to match the patio and thicker flagstone tread stock was used for the mantle and top. The arbors were added to visually balance the pergolas at the opposite side of the patio.
For the patio the designers created a series of offset spaces to help subtly divide the space into two areas, sitting and dining. Two large existing trees also help dictate the shape of the patio. Cut flagstone was chosen for the surface bordered by a double soldier edge of brick. The brick edging also surrounds a decorative gravel area topped with an urn fountain which provides a secondary focal point and the sound of water. Large flagstone treads were used for the steps leading to the previously unused patio doors. Opposite the fireplace a short walk leads to a square transition area with a statue chosen by the owner. The statue provides a strong focal point when entering from the driveway. A longer walk leads from this space along the house to the driveway.
The pergolas and arbors were designed by the landscape designer as part of this project but were ultimately contracted separately by the owner. The larger square pergola was intended as an area for a bench or two separate from the main patio. The longer pergola was added later in the design phase to help provide shade to the interior of the house. The arbors at the fireplace were added to balance out the wood elements at the opposite side while adding additional architectural interest to the fireplace.
While this project was predominantly hardscaping, planting and lighting were also incorporated into the design. Several large existing trees were retained and serious of smaller understory trees were added to help enclose the space. The designer’s took advantage of the large trees to place down lights on the branches to achieve a moonlight effect at night. Additional lighting was used on the pergola, to accent focal points, to up light the smaller trees and around the patio. Massed planting of Japanese forest grass provides bold foliage color for the shady garden. A mulch path leads off behind the fireplace to another garden and a secluded area ideal for a bench or small table and chairs. Additional plantings were added along the rear property line to screen and unsightly fence.
This project has obviously completely changed the way the owners use their backyard. They now have a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors with the use of the patio doors. The large patio allows for entertaining small gatherings outdoors for the first time. The fireplace has definitely become the primary gathering place for family and friends.

The Asia series is a low close to the earth oriental design.
• The Asia fire pit features a full view of the entire fire from any seating height or angle. Dramatic and modern with a touch of Asia this classic timeless design will enhance any setting.
• This original design is made to order by Tennessee craftsman Rick Wittring in the heartland of America.
• Every piece is constructed from heavy duty ¼ “ thick mild carbon steel which makes the Fire Pit Art models the most durable steel fire pits made anywhere.
• The inner bowl has a high temperature resistant coating and comes with a 1 ½” diameter rain drain. The outer iron oxide patina is maintenance free which means that the fire pit can be left outside in all weather conditions.
• Over time and use the patina will mature and darken a few shades and then remain permanent forever.
Each piece is unique and individually numbered by the artist on an attached brass plaque.
Get a piece of genuine bold art into your garden or backyard and start the outdoor season sitting around this unique and authentic piece of art.
• Made in the USA.
Dimensions AS-60
H: 16” - Diameter: 60”
Base H: 7” – Diameter: 23”
Actual Weight: 265 lbs
Shipping Weight: 300 lbs; ships per LTL
Lead Time: 7 business days
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