rural relaxation
This blended family with growing and active teenagers needed an outdoor space with plenty of room and functionality.
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With this project we needed to create a covered space for gathering and watching sports along with an area for eating and entertaining. The family needed built in seating for their larger parties and not one but two fire features to extend the useful season of being together outside.
the challenges
Incorporating 2 fire features
Tying the roof structure into the existing pitch
Giving it a rustic yet modern feel
Incorporating wood finishes that would withstand the midwest climate
Incorporating lighting into the structure
Giving the look of wood to concrete flooring surfaces
Our Design Approach
Step 1) Layout covered and uncovered spaces
First we had to figure out the best way to tie in a roof structure, and layout the patio space under and around to provide enough room for the family’s larger gatherings
Step 2) Choose the Materials
The customers wanted a wood floor, but it would not stand up well so close to the ground, and over time would require a ton of maintenance and repair. We used wood textured pavers with a grey finish to give the rustic modern look they were going for. We also incorporated wood finished posts and benches that were treated with marine grade varnish to allow them to withstand the elements.
Step 3) Project Coordination
This multidisciplinary project required coordination between the carpenters, electricians, plumbers and our hardscape construction teams.
Permits were required and inspections were carried out. With this project we began to realize our added value to coordinating the bigger vision and teams needed to bring these backyard masterpieces to life.