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The fireplace anchors this nautical-themed covered patio. Fashioned after a traditional pilot house of a ship, it is a sheltered place offering sweeping views of the horizon.
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A “before” picture shows a simple patio with great potential. You can also see the exposure and close proximity to neighbors on this valuable piece of lakefront property.
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Blending perfectly with the architecture of the home, the new landscape is a comfortable, colorful and much more secluded setting for relaxing with family and friends.
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The custom pergola was designed with artistic columns placed on center with lines of the home. The radial beams capture the pilot house’s 180-degree view of the lake.
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Bluestone and cobbles form two circular patios, one for dining and the other for relaxing by the fire. Open yet private, a low wall surrounds the entire area.
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Careful planning helps the existing home and the new fireplace structure blend seamlessly. Matching the brick and limestone accents was time consuming but worth the extra effort.
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This statue was placed exactly on the center line of the predominant view from inside the great room. In fact, placement of all features follows existing lines of the home.
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Mixed masonry matches details on the home while asymmetrical wood boxes allowed us to maintain center lines in both directions while respecting setbacks and aligning the radius of the pilot house.
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A gas starter for the fireplace, an overhead fan and dimmable lights in the seat wall and pergola bring the comforts of home outdoors.
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This busy family wanted a place to come together at the end of long days. Lighting is used throughout the patio to make it beautiful and interesting at all hours.
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Layered lighting – from the fire as well as from those in the seat wall and pergola - adds great depth and accents shapes and shadows.
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Wild idea! The entry gate for this Racine landscape is also a piece of local history – an old and ornate iron gate from the Racine Zoo.
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Another “before” photo shows the old and underutilized patio … and a lake view that wasn’t fully appreciated.
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In spite of the scope and detail of the project, thoughtful planning and scheduling made construction go smoothly, with only minor delays due to weather.
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A dramatic transformation! This landscape is now filled with style and color, and makes the view toward the lake even more stunning and impressive.
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The site plan details all elements of the new landscape, and provides the homeowners with an easy reference of plantings on the property.