After completion: It is now a central hub for the entire compound and a transition point from inside to out.

Before we started: Worn and outdated. The back yard felt abandoned and unwelcoming.

The material choice, scale, and lack of grandeur of the back yard living area was out of proportion to the house and property.

A discrete retaining wall allowed us to create an expansive porcelain paver patio around the pool.

With the varied activity centers, there is a true resort feeling on the property.

A redesigned driveway with an added detached garage provides parking, egress and entry into the property for large groups.

There is a network of concrete walkways throughout the garden, but a flagstone cut off creates a sense of intimacy and connection.

A regulation half court basketball court for the serious competitor.

A bocci ball court is nestled into the garden, which is nestled into the native scrub oak.

Just off the pool area, an area to practice chipping and putting skills.

As evening settles in, the ambiance becomes dramatic and luxurious.

On the Colorado front range, sunset brings a rapid cooling to the air. A fire always captivates and provides warmth year-round.

The built-in spa beckons.

Sunset over mountains adds to the dramatic feel.

Transitions from one level to the next. Custom cultured limestone is the perfect accent for the porcelain pavers and existing architecture.

The city lights below provide an excellent contrast to the woodland setting. The result is a private getaway that is still connected to the vital city.

The Plan