When homeowners start thinking about upgrading their outdoor spaces, one of the first questions they ask is: Which improvements actually add value to my home? While curb appeal is important, today’s buyers (and homeowners) are looking for outdoor spaces that function as true extensions of the home.
The right outdoor features don’t just boost resale value—they increase everyday enjoyment, improve functionality, and create memorable spaces for gathering, relaxing, and entertaining. Below, we break down the outdoor features that consistently add the most value and explain why thoughtful design matters just as much as the features themselves.
Full Outdoor Living Spaces: The Biggest Value Driver
Outdoor living spaces offer some of the highest returns because they effectively add usable square footage without the cost of a home addition. A well-designed outdoor living area feels intentional, comfortable, and connected to the home.
These spaces often include:
Defined areas for dining, lounging, and entertaining
Integrated landscaping and hardscaping
Smooth transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces
Rather than adding individual features over time, a professionally planned outdoor living space brings everything together into one cohesive design—making the space more functional and visually appealing- and Outdoor Innovations offers 3-D design services that can help you envision your space!
Patios, walkways, and custom stonework form the backbone of many outdoor upgrades. These features improve how homeowners move through their property while dramatically enhancing curb appeal.
High-value elements include:
Custom stone patios designed for durability and style
Walkways that guide traffic and connect outdoor areas
Driveways that elevate first impressions
Quality materials and expert installation ensure these features hold up over time, making them a long-term investment rather than a short-term upgrade.
Outdoor Kitchens & Built-In Appliances: High Buyer Appeal
Outdoor kitchens continue to be one of the most sought-after backyard features. They transform outdoor spaces into entertainment hubs and encourage homeowners to spend more time outside.
Popular outdoor kitchen elements include:
Built-in grills and cooking appliances
Prep and serving counter space
Refrigeration and storage
Trash receptacles
When integrated into a larger outdoor living design, outdoor kitchens add convenience, luxury, and strong resale appeal.
Fire Features: Extending Outdoor Use
Fire features add both function and ambiance, allowing homeowners to enjoy their outdoor spaces well into spring and fall. They also create natural gathering spots that enhance the overall experience of the yard.
Examples include:
Fire pits for casual seating areas
Outdoor fireplaces as focal points
Built-in seating surrounding fire features
Fire features bring warmth, visual interest, and emotional appeal—qualities that resonate strongly with future buyers.
Adding overhead structures helps define outdoor rooms and improves comfort during hot or unpredictable weather. These features make outdoor spaces more usable throughout the day and across seasons.
Key options include:
Pergolas for partial shade and architectural interest
Pavilions for full coverage and protection
Gazebos for enclosed or semi-enclosed gathering spaces
Each option offers a different balance of shade, structure, and style, allowing homeowners to tailor their outdoor environment to their needs.
Outdoor Lighting: Small Upgrade, Big Impact
Outdoor lighting is one of the most cost-effective ways to add value. It improves safety, highlights landscape features, and dramatically enhances nighttime curb appeal.
Effective outdoor lighting often includes:
Path and walkway lighting
Accent lighting for landscaping and stone features
Ambient lighting for outdoor living areas
Thoughtful lighting design ensures outdoor spaces are just as inviting after dark as they are during the day.
Water Features: Luxury and Tranquility
Custom Water Feature
Water features elevate outdoor spaces by adding sound, movement, and a sense of calm. They create a retreat-like atmosphere that enhances both enjoyment and perceived value.
Examples include:
Waterfalls
Fountains
Reflecting or pond-style features
Custom water features
When incorporated into a broader landscape design, water features can turn an ordinary yard into a peaceful escape.
Poolscaping: Creating a Resort-Style Experience
A pool alone is a feature—but poolscaping is what creates lasting value. The surrounding landscape, hardscaping, and layout determine how functional and appealing the pool area truly is.
High-value poolscaping focuses on:
Flow between the pool and other outdoor spaces
Safety and accessibility
Visual cohesion with the rest of the landscape
Well-designed poolscapes feel intentional and luxurious, similar to a private resort.
The Bottom Line: Design Creates the Most Value
The outdoor features that increase value are those that are thoughtfully planned and professionally designed. Cohesion, functionality, and long-term durability matter just as much as individual upgrades.
Whether you’re considering a single enhancement or a complete backyard transformation, starting with a comprehensive design ensures your investment delivers both immediate enjoyment and lasting value.
Planning ahead—especially before the busy spring season—allows homeowners to make informed decisions and secure their spot on the project calendar. Contact Outdoor Innovations today to discuss how we can help create the design you want for your home!
Transform Your Outdoor Space with Custom Stone Pavers
A beautiful walkway can set the tone for your entire home — welcoming guests, guiding the eye, and creating a sense of harmony between your landscaping and architecture. Custom stone pavers bring that vision to life with natural elegance, craftsmanship, and lasting durability.
At Outdoor Innovations, our team designs and installs custom walkways and patios that blend creativity with precision. The project featured here is a perfect example of how our designers use custom stone pavers to elevate the look and feel of a residential entryway. The sweeping curve, the contrasting border, and the textured stone surface work together to create an inviting path that feels both timeless and unique.
Why Choose Custom Stone Pavers?
Custom stone pavers offer endless design possibilities — from the pattern and color to the texture and layout. Whether you prefer the classic charm of tumbled concrete pavers or the natural beauty of weathered-edge stone, each choice can dramatically transform your space.
Benefits of custom stone pavers include:
Durability: Built to withstand the elements and years of foot traffic.
Design Versatility: Choose from manufactured or natural stone for a completely personalized look.
Low Maintenance: A long-lasting surface that stays beautiful with minimal upkeep.
Curb Appeal: Adds value and a polished finish to your home’s exterior.
Walkways, Patios, and Beyond
Whether you’re looking to refresh your home’s front walkway, create a peaceful garden path, or design a patio perfect for entertaining, Outdoor Innovations can make it happen. Our experienced landscape designers work with you every step of the way — from concept and materials to installation — ensuring your vision becomes reality.
Explore more options for landscaping pavers, walkways, and patios on our website and see how we can help you create a space that’s both functional and beautiful.
Ready to Transform Your Outdoor Space?
Contact Outdoor Innovations today to start your custom stone paver project. Whether you want a standout entryway, a cozy patio retreat, or a complete backyard redesign, we’ll bring creativity, craftsmanship, and care to every detail.
When You Want the Best: Poolscaping Project Feature
An Outdoor Innovations Standout and Extraordinary Pool Area Transformation
At Outdoor Innovations, we believe in transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary outdoor living areas. One of our standout projects is a complete outdoor area makeover designed to offer luxury, functionality, and beauty. Here’s a detailed look at this stunning poolscaping project completed by the Outdoor Innovations team.
What is Poolscaping?
Poolscaping refers to the art and science of designing and enhancing the area around a pool to create a cohesive, aesthetically pleasing, and functional outdoor space. It involves elements such as landscaping, hardscaping, lighting, and amenities that complement the pool, providing both beauty and utility. Effective poolscaping not only enhances the visual appeal but also maximizes the usability and enjoyment of the pool area. This poolscaping project is special, as it shows so much of what can be done to enhance your pool area.
A Complete Outdoor Makeover
The centerpiece of this project was an existing pool, which we preserved while completely transforming the surrounding area. Our goal was to create a seamless blend of relaxation, entertainment, and aesthetic appeal.
Shade and Comfort: The Pavilion
To provide ample shade, we installed a stunning 16 x 20 traditional pavilion from Country Lane, featuring upgraded posts for added elegance and stability. Under this pavilion, we constructed two bar-height islands using High Format Belvedere materials with luxurious limestone countertops. These islands are perfect for family and friends to gather, watch TV, or enjoy the pool view.
Entertainment and Convenience
We enhanced the entertainment value with a 14 ft. counter-height serving island, equipped with two Coyote refrigerators and a TV wall. This setup ensures that refreshments and entertainment are always at hand.
Recreation and Relaxation
An artificial turf area provides the perfect space for playing games, while a grilling island, featuring a Coyote 36” grill with access doors, caters to outdoor cooking enthusiasts. Two LED-lighted trees add a touch of enchantment to the evening ambiance.
Functional Beauty: Landscaping and Hardscaping
The project features High Format outcropping with two-tiered walls, steps, and stepping stones leading to the gate. A Warming Trends gas fire pit adds warmth and a cozy atmosphere for cooler nights. We also installed steps and steppers from the garage to the new patio area, ensuring easy access for friends and family.
The new patio, crafted from elegant Travertine, offers a durable and beautiful surface. LED lighting throughout the outdoor living area enhances safety and highlights key features.
Natural Elements and Easy Maintenance
Rock features, including three columnar limestone rocks, and a low High Format Kodah wall around the pool equipment and steps, add natural beauty and cohesion to the design. To ensure easy maintenance, we replaced all the grass inside the fence with river rock, new bushes, and additional rock features.
The Final Touch
Upon completion, this poolscaping project produced a stunning, functional space perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors. From the pavilion and bar islands to the artificial turf and grilling island, every element was designed and installed with meticulous attention to detail.
At Outdoor Innovations, we take pride in creating outdoor spaces that our clients can enjoy for years to come. When you want the best in outdoor living, we’re here to bring your vision to life. Contact us today to get started with the design process!
A Stunning Backyard Transformation
Your backyard is more than just an outdoor space; it’s an extension of your home, a place where memories are made, and relaxation is embraced. However, sometimes, the potential of this space lies dormant, waiting to be unveiled through a transformative makeover. In this blog, we take you through an awe-inspiring journey of a backyard transformation that turned a mundane outdoor area into a captivating oasis. From the removal of old structures to the addition of new elements, every step of this makeover showcases the power of creativity, design, and vision.
Before and After: A Visual Delight:
The journey begins with a stunning visual comparison of the backyard before and after the transformation. The removal of the pergola, deck, and patio marked the first step towards a fresh canvas, setting the stage for a complete overhaul. The contrast between the old and the new is truly remarkable, highlighting the potential that was waiting to be unlocked.
Creating Elevated Spaces: The Kodah Wall and Grill Island:
One of the standout features of this makeover is the incorporation of a High Format Kodah wall. This ingenious addition not only frames the new upper patio but also adds a touch of sophistication. The Kodah wall becomes a backdrop for the focal point of outdoor culinary delight – the Grill Island. Complete with a 36” Coyote Gas Grill, access doors, and a trash compartment, this island redefines outdoor cooking. It’s a space where flavors sizzle and conversations flow.
Privacy and Purpose: Installing Fences and Concealment:
A functional backyard is not just about aesthetics; it’s about creating a seamless blend of beauty and purpose. The installation of a privacy fence serves a dual purpose: hiding unsightly elements like air conditioners, trash bins, and generators, while also creating a dedicated storage space. This transformation shows how strategic design can turn potential eyesores into hidden treasures.
Paving the Pathways to Elegance: Montrose by High Format Pavers:
The journey from the driveway to the patio becomes a graceful stroll with the installation of Montrose by High Format large format pavers. These pavers, with crushed granite between them, redefine the very concept of outdoor pathways. The result is not just a way to get from point A to point B, but a visual delight that enhances the overall aesthetics of the space.
Redefining Comfort: The Country Lane Vinyl “A” Frame Pavilion:
Imagine a space where you can unwind, entertain, and simply be. The addition of a Country Lane 14 x 18 Rectangle vinyl “A” frame pavilion does just that. It’s a haven that offers shade on sunny days and shelter during light drizzles. With careful design and placement, this pavilion seamlessly integrates with the landscape, becoming a natural gathering point.
Entertainment Meets Refreshment: The TV Wall and Serving Area:
In the era of outdoor entertainment, a TV wall becomes an essential element. The use of Unilock Lineo creates a modern backdrop, perfectly complementing the outdoor entertainment setup. This area isn’t just about watching your favorite shows; it’s about creating lasting memories with loved ones. The inclusion of a Coyote drop-in cooler and an outdoor refrigerator ensures that refreshments are always within arm’s reach.
Warming the Nights: The Gas Round Firepit:
As the sun sets, the ambiance changes, but the charm remains. The gas round firepit, built using High Format Belvedere stone and a Warming Trends 180K BTU cross fire burner, becomes the heart of evening gatherings. It’s where stories are shared, laughter echoes, and bonds are strengthened.
Elegance and Functionality: Unilock Beacon Hill Flagstone Pavers:
The upper and lower patio areas are graced with the timeless beauty of Unilock Beacon Hill flagstone pavers. These pavers not only enhance the aesthetics but also provide a durable and functional foundation for outdoor living. It’s a harmonious blend of elegance and purpose.
Nature’s Touch: The Final Flourish of Landscaping:
No backyard transformation is complete without a touch of nature’s artistry. The addition of carefully selected landscaping elements enhances the overall beauty of the space. Lush greens, vibrant blooms, and thoughtful placement of foliage bring life to every corner.
Illuminating Evenings: LED Lighting System:
As the day transitions into night, the magic doesn’t dim; it evolves. The installation of an LED lighting system around the patio and inside the pavilion creates an enchanting atmosphere. It’s a symphony of light and shadows, turning the backyard into a captivating stage for relaxation and celebration.
Conclusion: A Masterpiece Unveiled:
The journey from a mundane backyard to a captivating oasis is a testament to the power of vision, design, and execution. Every element of this transformation, from the Kodah wall to the LED lighting, showcases the artistry that can be achieved with careful planning and a touch of creativity. This backyard makeover is not just a physical transformation; it’s an invitation to experience the joy of outdoor living at its finest. It’s a reminder that the potential of your space is limited only by your imagination.
Imagine your change … and let Outdoor Innovations help you bring it to life! Contact us today to discuss your ideas for a backyard transformation!
Quality Landscaping Design from Pavilions to Fire Features
Outdoor Innovations Goal? To Never Come Back.
When you are considering adding new landscaping to your backyard, one important consideration, if you plan to live in your home for the long haul: “How long is my new landscaping design going to last?” When the project is done, will the hardscaping be uneven in a few years? Will my fire pit run season after season? Are my outdoor shelter structures going to hold up? These are all things to think about when selecting a contractor for landscaping design that you plan to work with.
At Outdoor Innovations, our goal is rather simple. We plan to “never come back” unless it is to visit! As your landscaping contractor, we plan to complete your landscaping project with the highest quality products and equally exceptional work. Your backyard retreat is meant to last the lifetime of your home with first rate products such as pavilions from Country Lane, or CROSSFIRE® Burners made from brass for our outdoor fire features. Let’s take a look at a recent project that shows you some of that great quality!
A Unique Outdoor Structure
In our latest project, we created a unique backyard retreat that will take this family from late summer into fall with a Country Lane custom 14’x 18′ A frame Vinyl pavilion and 16 x 16 Traditional Vinyl Pergola. Coupling versatility while fitting into a budget, Country Lane offers many accessories including:
Upgrading post sizes and shapes
Cupolas
EZShade curtains
Villas
Aside from its beauty, this piece is built to last. This shelter structure can withstand winds of up to 140 mph, and up to 45 pounds per square foot snow load. This means that this family can enjoy the outdoors with this lovely pavilion/pergola combo for years and years to come!
With Our Fire Features Brass Makes the Difference
We often hear from people who have old fire features that the parts have rusted or corroded. At Outdoor Innovations we work with Warming Trends, providing some of the newest technology available in fire features.
This project boasts Warming Trends 250,000 BTU 50 inch CROSSFIRE® Linear Brass Burner. This means that this fire feature will have a taller, more robust burning flame that closely resembles a natural wood burning fire. With parts made of brass that will not rust or corrode, this fire feature will provide beautiful warmth for this family, with a lifetime warranty because we are so confident in this technology!
Other High Quality Features for this Project
We really enjoyed this backyard landscaping project! In addition to the pavilion and pergola combination, and the top-notch fire pit, this landscaping project also included:
If you are considering creating a backyard oasis for your family, choose quality by choosing Outdoor Innovations. One of our main goals in completing your landscaping project is to do everything right the first time with longevity in mind. We want your family to enjoy your outdoor living area for years and years to come with the peace of mind that everything is made and constructed by our team to last.
Need landscaping ideas, or want to discuss your dream landscaping design? Contact us today!
The Quad City Botanical Garden’s New Ability Garden
A Project Inspired by a Legacy Dedicated to Accessibility for Those with Mobility Challenges
The team at Outdoor Innovations, including Ken and Barbara Hoffman, are so grateful to have been part of this most recent project. The construction of the Quad Cities Botanical Center’s new Ability Garden was such a rewarding experience! This new, sensory-friendly garden was specifically built and designed for people experiencing mobility challenges, such as being in a wheelchair, or on crutches.
The new ability garden was constructed by Outdoor Innovations, and will remain firmly planted in our memories for years to come. This project was directly inspired by those who have or are experiencing difficulties with mobility that affect their ability to get out and enjoy simple acts such as gardening.
Built with the Sensory Experience in Mind
Ken and the team at Outdoor Innovations really made took this special design and made it their own, bringing the type of craftsmanship that only Outdoor Innovations can provide. The garden has many, sensory-friendly, and universally accessible features:
Octagon Cedar Gazebo: The 16ft Octagon Cedar Gazebo with cedar shingles and cupola has exposed double rafters and tongue and groove ceiling from Country Lane and was built by Outdoor Innovations. Nestled under the gazebo benches were placed to enjoy the shade.
The Plant Beds: For these plant beds, designed and built with the sensory experience in mind, we used Rosetta Belvedere and Rosetta Outcropping. This is a stone that is made for the sense of touch, with a beautiful, natural look and feel. The plant beds were designed and built for those of all different heights and types of mobility to enjoy.
Lighting: Coming soon, these gardens will also be lit with stunning LED lighting. Both the gazebo and the plant beds will have lighting installed, to help the numerous visitors to the QCBC (Quad Cities Botanical Center) enjoy the Ability Garden well into the evening, and heightening the sensory experience!
Soft and Natural Stone Bench: Built from the same materials as the plant beds, there is are distinctive stone benches that were added to enhance the natural flow as you travel through the ability garden, and a resting place for those who need it.
Stop By and Visit the Ability Garden at QCBC
As it says on the sign, “The Ability Garden is designed to improve accessibility to garden spaces and provide gardening opportunities to more people” At Outdoor Innovations, we understand the importance and tranquility that gardening, and garden spaces can provide. We encourage everyone in the Quad Cities to venture out to the new gardens.
Take in the sensory friendly plants, the soft natural stone, the wide pathways, and elevated garden beds that this space has to offer! We would like to thank everyone who made this amazing and beneficial project possible, it will be one that remains near and dear to our hearts.
We would love to hear about your visit to the Ability Garden at the QCBC! Visit us on Facebook and tell us about your experience! If you have a project you would like to discuss contact us today.
8 Ideas for Your Outdoor Entertainment Area
Job Feature: A Rustic Outdoor Getaway Perfect for Entertaining
The landscape designers at Outdoor Innovations are at it again this summer, creating outdoor entertainment areas that change the way people do entertainment! One recent project that was just completed features 8 great ideas for your outdoor entertainment area, that may serve as inspiration for your backyard. Do you love the idea of settling in to a good movie…but under the stars? Perhaps the idea of enjoying a perfectly prepared meal al fresco makes you smile just thinking about it! Take a look at these amazing features, that make an outdoor entertainment area the ideal place to spend your time with family and friends.
Entertain in Comfort: Pavilions
The pavilion for this project is not only comfortable and rustic with a modern twist, but it is the ideal for entertaining. The A frame 16×20 vinyl pavilion features a Cinder color ceiling stain, a gorgeous ceiling fan, and outdoor heaters. With cozy seating surrounding the TV and gas fireplace, you can settle in with a good movie, or take in sporting events in style! Pavilions make a great addition to your outdoor entertainment area because they offer shelter and a bit of climate control allowing you to have a great time practically all year around!
Set the Mood: Gas Fireplaces
Take your pavilion to the next level with a gas fireplace or fire feature from Outdoor Innovations. Add style and improve the ambience of your outdoor entertainment area, and at the same time, extend the use of your space through the seasons. Gas fireplaces offer simplicity with the ease of turning the fire on and off effortlessly. This project features a natural stone gas fireplace. It is easy to imagine sitting curled up on the outdoor furniture with a plush blanket and hot cocoa in front of this fire in the fall, or ushering in spring with a bit more warmth while waiting for the summer months to arrive!
Chill Out: Outdoor Drop in Coolers
Do you hate opening and closing the back door, while letting out the air conditioning every time a guest wants a cold drink? Keep your beverages, condiments, and other food items chilled on ice just steps away for your convenience with drop in coolers! This pavilion has 2 drop in coolers on either side of the fireplace right within easy reach. Easy to keep clean for each use, you can keep the party going with little to no interruption, and never have to let the cool air out of your home from frequent trips inside.
Envy of the Neighborhood: Grilling Islands
Who does not love grilling out? Get the ultimate in outdoor cooking and grilling with a grilling station. This project features the works: A 36”gas grill, double burner, flat top grill, and a smoker! Any way you like your barbecue, this grilling island has it covered. Enjoy all your favorites: steak, kebabs, brats & dogs, corn on the cob and more. You will be the envy of the neighborhood with a set up like this. Get set for easy clean-up with hidden trash cans built right into the island too.
The Drinks Will Flow: Bar Islands
Including a bar island as part of your outdoor entertainment area not only provides additional attractive seating. It provides a place to keep the drinks flowing and the party in full swing. Whether you are having all your friends over for grilling and margaritas, or enjoying a romantic glass of wine while enjoying the soft lighting and fireplace, this entertainment area gives you both.
Multifunctional & Pretty: Patios
The brick patio for this project offers a multitude of purposes. Extra lounging room, additional dining space, and dare we say, a dance floor? Patios are multifunctional while also adding beauty to your outdoor entertainment area. The brick that makes up this patio brings extra dimension through its contrast with the stone used for the pavilion floor. Plenty of room for your extended family and your friends to enjoy while you take in the outdoors at home.
Your Own Private Retreat: Privacy Landscaping
The professional landscape designers at Outdoor Innovations created this outdoor entertainment area with privacy in mind. A privacy berm was built into the design that includes both luxurious evergreen bushes as well as a natural stone wall. When you have a gathering, having some privacy to be allowed to enjoy yourself is usually on the top of everyone’s wish list. Aside from privacy these additions help make your space personalized and comfortable, enhancing the overall design.
Bring the Night to Life: Outdoor LED Lighting
Entertaining is not just for the day time! Your outdoor entertainment area can transition from day to night with beautiful outdoor LED lighting. While adding security to your home, outdoor LED’s create subtle and comforting lighting all around your space. Energy saving and efficient, they can be set to turn on when you want them to. For this project lighting was placed around the landscaping and as an accent to the pavilion, so that this family can enjoy their new space any time they like!
Are You Ready for a New Outdoor Entertainment Area?
If you have been longing for a special entertaining space to enjoy with your family and friends, now is the time to get started. With a dream team of landscape designers, and installers, Outdoor Innovations can customize your backyard to your exact specifications. We encourage you to learn about our design process with includes consulting with you and producing a 3-D design to give you a full understanding of what your vision will look like. Contact Ken and Barbara today to learn more, and we will get right back to you!
Get more inspiration and ideas by watching videos on our YouTube channel. We think you will find some landscaping artistry that will get your imagination going!
The Power of Landscape Pavers to Transform a Space
Outdoor Innovations Brings you the Best in Landscape Pavers Design
If you are living in the Quad Cities and have an outdoor living space that you would like to update, consider the power of landscape pavers to absolutely transform your look and feel! At Outdoor Innovations, we work with, and design patio spaces, pathways, cooking areas, patio extensions, driveways and so much more using natural stone pavers that bring natural beauty to you home. The design options are only limited to your imagination!
Landscape Paver Style Options
Landscape pavers come in an amazing array of colors, styles, and shapes. So we can work together with you to create a beautiful area that is 100% your style, while also being unique and eye-catching. Some examples of paver styles are:
Permeable
Tumbled
Classic
Contemporary
When planning a new driveway, patio, walkway, or any other part of your outdoor living space, we consider it a collaboration with you. We will come up with a design together with you, and then we will create a 3-D rendering of what your space will look like. Once complete, we can get started on your work so that you can soon enjoy your amazing transformation!
Bring Home the Power of Pavers
At Outdoor Innovations, we get so excited when we get to transform a space for our clients. In our experience, landscape pavers make all the difference in making your outdoor living space a fully finished outdoor haven for family and friends to relax and enjoy. If you would like to design your own outdoor living space, contact a member of our team today to get started. Click the button below to set up an appointment!
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Enjoy All that Outdoor Living Has to Offer
Outdoor Living Areas from Outdoor Innovations
Fall offers cooler and more comfortable temperatures, which gives us the opportunity to spend some much needed time in the outdoors. There is no better way to do this than in your own outdoor living area from Outdoor Innovations. You can enjoy all that outdoor living has to offer right in your own backyard. Recently, the team at Outdoor Innovations completed a new outdoor living space for one of our clients. In this case, the client gave Ken and the team ideas of what they wanted to see in their space, providing for some creative freedom, and the collaboration turned into this beautiful example of what outdoor living can be! See our latest video below:
Features of This Outdoor Living Space
This space will serve the family very well as the fall season approaches! It includes these features:
Raised Bar Island: This client wanted a nice area for the family to sit and enjoy their big screen TV while they have a bite to eat or enjoy a beverage. The team added a beautiful raised limestone bar island to which attractive bar style chairs were eventually added.
Seat Wall & Raised Planter:To add beauty to the three large deck poles behind the raised bar island, the team installed the seat wall and raised planter to serve as a resting place as well as to display colorful flowers to brighten the area.
Paver Area (near grill):Manufactured by High Format, this paver area was placed between the concrete pad that already existed, and the paver patio beyond. Adding a visual boost the the grilling area, these 30×30 square, large slab pavers give off just the right touch in the right spot.
Pellet Grill: Manufactured by Coyote, this pellet grill is sure to please. For this grilling area, we installed the pellet grill into an island, that also includes a drop in cooler, and will also feature a enclosed trash bin. Setting up this family for some fun outdoor cooking, and wonderful shared meals.
Paver Patio With Vinyl Pergola & Gas Fire Pit: This area really speaks for itself! The large paver patio provides a large area for entertaining. Surrounded on two sides by a seat wall, this area is made for the fall season. Cozy up next to the warm fire in the gas fire pit, inside this stunning vinyl pergola. There are memories to be made in this space for sure!
Concrete Pad: We installed a concrete pad so in the near future this family can enjoy a hot tub/spa in this space. This will be a favorite spot for all, we have no doubt!
Serving Island: This island also has a great limestone countertop, and features a outdoor refrigerator, drop in cooler, and trash bin. Entertaining will be a breeze with these added features. Let the good times roll!
Cobalt Blue Pots:We think these marvelous blue cobalt blue pots we found for our client are the icing on the cake for this space. They add the finishing touch bringing the overall look together. If you like these we can find something special just for you too.
What is Your Dream?
We always ask the question “What is your dream?” The wonderful thing about outdoor living areas is the sky is the limit, what is in your imagination can be done. So let us know what would allow you and your family live your dream. Contact us today to discuss your perfect outdoor living area. We would love to collaborate with you to create a plan. We will then draw up a 3-D rendering of what your space will look like. The only thing left to do after that is make your dream a reality. Let us know what we can do for you!
To check out more videos that feature additional projects, learn more by visiting our YouTube channel.
Creating a Cozy Outdoor Living Space
Every Family Needs a Place to Unwind, Just Like this
During the spring, summer, and fall (and maybe even a bit of winter!) everyone could use a special place, that is all theirs, to unwind. This rings especially true for outdoor living spaces. Recently, the team at Outdoor Innovations was lucky to build such a space for this family’s home. We were able to create a cozy, fun, and functional outdoor living space that is the perfect spot to unwind and relax, as well as play and be entertained too! Check out our latest video for a tour:
Features For All to Enjoy
We were able to take this backyard space from simple to spectacular by adding some great features. When all of them are put together, there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy, for all the seasons.
Pavilions
For this space, we built a strong and sturdy, yet elegant pavilion to house their seating area. This pavilion is manufactured by Country Lane, and is stunning! In this space we added an area built in beautiful stone for their TV that has functional lighting to add ambience as well. Topped off with a fireplace to cozy up to as fall arrives, it’s the perfect spot for a movie under the stars, or to enjoy watching kids play nearby.
Outdoor Kitchen Ammenities
This family will be able to enjoy some tasty meals alfresco using their outdoor kitchen amenities. Using complimenting stone to the patio area, a stainless steel grill by Coyote, was added to the space as well as a drop in cooler and trash receptacle. The drop in cooler is highly functional, you just add ice to keep food and beverages cold, and use the built in drain when you are done! The outdoor lighting was added so cooking can happen from day into evening. Everyone will want to be the chef in this home!
Fire Features
This project includes two fire features. Right outside the pavilion, there is a stunning square stone fire feature by Warming Trends, that is highlighted by well placed lighting. You can have a fancy bonfire nightly! Of course you cannot forget that cozy fireplace, for lounging with family and friends as the evening light fades to night. You can really stretch the seasons with the use of warm, inviting fire features. With fall on the horizon, it is easy to picture the changing leaves and a mug of hot cider by these fires.
Basketball court
Ready for the perfect family activity, or a bit of B-ball practice? We included this great basketball court for the enthusiasts in the family. The kids can play nearby in the play area or grab a few hoops or a quick game on the court. Memories will definitely be made in this outdoor living area.
Landscaping
This area would not be what it is without the finishing touches of well places trees, shrubs, stone and more. The landscaping was completed with the full space in mind, down to the stepping stones creating a quaint path with more pretty lighting showing the way. The patio itself is constructed with quality brick from Unilock. This space was created so this family will have a place that is all their own, and we are so happy we are a part of it.
Looking for a Outdoor Living Space All Your Own?
At Outdoor Innovations, we always say, “If you can dream it, we can create it”. Nothing would make us happier than to create a space that is just for you, built on your dreams. We are passionate about building you something special. Bring your dreams and ideas to us, and we can collaborate with you to create a plan, build a 3-D digital model of your space, and then bring it to life. We love what we do, and we are happiest when we see a happy family that has a new space to enjoy for years to come. We hope we can do that for you! Contact us today to get started!
