Stairway to ... the backyard

For five years our client was unable to reach the backyard from the deck without having to circumnavigate the house.  Due to this, the backyard didn't see much action, or much love.  In cases like this, it is great to be able to reunite people with the landscapes that they intimately live with. 

We designed and built steps from the second floor deck that would enable to owners, their kids, and their dog, the ability to use the backyard as a gathering space.  We built a small flagstone patio, and will eventually plant out the garden to create a bit more privacy and greenery to cozy up the area and make it a destination, rather than just an inaccessible eyesore.  

We  also installed tiered greenbeds in the front yard, and a cistern along the side of the house that they can use to water the vegetables with.  All in all, a lovely project, and so great to see the yard become a favorite spot for the family to enjoy.  

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Stage 3:  Next up... plants!