Connecting the spaces
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The client’s goal was to create a place to entertain, and to connect the finished basement to the new entertainment area.
The entertainment area and fire pit were installed only a foot below the first-floor elevation of the residence, providing easy access to the kitchen and house. This was accomplished by a series of retaining walls, deck construction, and paver installation.
Landscape lighting was added to extend entertainment time.
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BEFORE: Original rotted wood deck to main floor.
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Replacement composite deck with change in elevation.
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BEFORE: Overall state of back yard before project (notice the grade).
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The retaining walls allowed for the grade to be moved away from the existing basement patio area, creating a sizable lawn area at the basement level.
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The air conditioner by the basement patio is now screened.
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The basement patio and fire pit area is connected via a natural stone staircase.
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Easy access to entertainment area and fire pit from driveway.
Judges' comments about this project
- The construction is excellent, fence is creative.
- The layout of the spaces ties everything together well.
- Great transformation, great value for the customer.
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