Beautiful Outdoor Builds that Transform Your Yard
At Old School Craftsman, we love outdoor projects.
There is nothing better than working with a homeowner to design and build a unique structure that totally transforms their yard. Even smaller structures can make a big difference when it comes to how you and your guests perceive your home.
Our team has done many different projects that we are proud to say have made a profound difference for the unique homeowner and their lifestyle.
Outdoor spaces can transform a landscape. From pool houses to outdoor kitchens, outdoor buildings and entertainment areas shape your yard and tell your guests who you are on a personal level.
In this post, we will look back at three unique outdoor builds to help give you some ideas to transform your yard.
Three Outdoor Builds that Make a Statement
Your home exterior should speak to who you are as a homeowner and add a splash of style and refinement to your already remarkable home.
Outdoor living spaces help improve everything around them including landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and garden design.
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Here are four of our favorite outdoor builds that can transform your yard.
Outdoor Kitchens
One of our team’s favorite projects we have ever done, the above outdoor kitchen space is just one example of something you might consider building for your backyard!
Why do we love this build so much? It’s simple. This example uses multiple outdoor elements to create something larger than each individual piece. Sometimes the whole is greater than the sum of the parts, especially in an artistic sense!
The pergola meshes perfectly with the outdoor lighting feature. A grill waits patiently to the right, and an aged wood table sits cozied up to the side of the home. What's more, a variety of textures on the side of the home and the patio floor fits perfectly with the modern outdoor furniture. Finally, a smattering of plant life finishes the statement.
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What inspirations from this can you use in your own home?
Shade Structures
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Ah, the cedar pergola! One of my all-time favorite shade structures.
The Old School Craftsman team loves adding these because they are endlessly versatile and easy on the eyes. Further, the natural wood structure creates a homey nook anyone will love.
In this example, we used wood from a cedar tree to create a shady sanctuary that cradles the patio below.
The homeowner now has a space free from the sun where they can add hardscaping, outdoor seating, or anything else they desire!
Learn more about the cedar pergola here!
Shade structures, like pergolas, are a fantastic addition to any home. Where might you add one in your yard?
Outbuildings and Pool Houses
Outbuildings are one of the best ways to add extra living space to your home without creating an addition to your current house.
You will often see outbuildings manifest as pool houses or sheds, but you can use them for anything you want!
Some people elect to use their outbuildings for storage, in which case space is of the utmost importance. Others choose to use their outbuildings as a living space, meaning they will likely want water and electric lines attached to their new structures.
In the example above, we see a lovely pool house that is used as both a storage space and a clubhouse. It is a great example of a homeowner who has the best of both worlds!
What is the best way to use an outbuilding? Learn more here!
What would you use an outbuilding for on your property?
The Yard of Your Dreams with Old School Craftsman
Your living space does not have to exist only within the four walls of your home. You can transform your yard from a plot of land where your house is built to an extension of your home where you can kindle your passions and spend precious time with your family and friends.
The Old School Craftsman team has helped dozens of homeowners realize the potential of their home space by creating outdoor living spaces that make a difference. For enhancing pool areas, and building shade structures and gazebos, Old School Craftsman is here to help you.
We will walk you through the process from preliminary sketches and designs to your first day with your finished product.
Proudly serving Kenwood, Blue Ash, Mason, Hyde Park, Wyoming, Sycamore, Mt. Lookout, Anderson, Madeira, Indian Hill, Mariemont, and Terrance Park, Old School Craftsman is here for you.
If you want a custom home upgrade that you will enjoy for years to come, then it is time to reach out to Old School Craftsman today!
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