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Designing Your Custom Outdoor Living Space with Earthscapes

In today's fast-paced world, your backyard should be more than just grass and a grill—it should be a true extension of your home. At Earthscapes, we specialize in creating custom outdoor living spaces that blend beauty, functionality, and your unique lifestyle. Whether you dream of a cozy fire pit nook, a full outdoor kitchen, or a seamless entertaining area, our team turns visions into reality with expert design and installation.

Step 1: Design Your Vision with Professional Guidance

The foundation of any great outdoor space starts with your vision. That's why we make designing your dream backyard a collaborative and exciting process.

At Earthscapes, we have a dedicated full-time landscaping and hardscaping designer on staff. During your personalized consultation, we'll listen closely to your ideas, lifestyle needs, and preferences. Our designer will then put it all to paper—creating detailed plans and realistic renderings that show you exactly what your outdoor living space will look like before any work begins.

This visual approach ensures you're in full control of the process from start to finish. You can review, tweak, and approve every detail, making adjustments along the way until it perfectly matches your vision. No surprises—just a seamless journey to your ideal outdoor oasis.

We also assess your property's layout, sun exposure, drainage, and existing features to create a tailored design that reflects your style—whether modern, rustic, or timeless.

Step 2: Plan for Flow and Functionality

Great design is about creating "rooms" outdoors:

  • Zoning: Divide the space into areas like dining, lounging, and cooking for natural flow.
  • Comfort Elements: Incorporate shade (pergolas or pavilions), weather-resistant furniture, and proper circulation paths.
  • Practical Details: Ensure good drainage, accessible utilities for kitchens or lighting, and low-maintenance materials.

In 20+ years in business, we have completed many outdoor living spaces. We will be able to answer your questions, as well as tell you the right questions to ask.

Step 3: Choose Timeless Features

Here are some of our most requested elements that elevate outdoor living:

  • Outdoor Kitchens: Built-in grills, counters, sinks, and refrigerators for effortless hosting.
  • Fire Features: Fire pits or fireplaces for year-round ambiance and warmth.
  • Seating and Dining Areas: Paver patios with comfortable, durable furniture.
  • Lighting and Landscaping: Landscape and hardscape lights, native Chattanooga plants, hanging planters.
  • Hardscapes: Retaining walls, walkways, and pergolas for structure and privacy.

Our team builds with longevity in mind. We use quality materials and build without cutting any corners.

Step 4: Partner with Experts for Lasting Results

DIY projects can be fun for small updates, but a custom outdoor living space deserves professional expertise. Earthscapes handles everything from initial sketches to final installation, ensuring durability, proper permitting, and stunning results that increase your home's value.

Ready to design your dream outdoor living space? Contact Earthscapes today for a free consultation. Let's create a backyard you'll love coming home to!

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