The Outdoor Room


The Outdoor Room
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The Outdoor Room

Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living

OBJECTIVE:
To create a true outdoor room in a unique courtyard space, pulling many interior design elements of the home into an open air setting.

CHALLENGES:

• Tight spaces and access for equipment and materials

• Addressing and managing rainwater

• Connecting the indoor and outdoor décor and style

SOLUTIONS:

• Cut and patterned Bluestone complimented the design of the interior while providing a solid patio surface to withstand outdoor elements

• A natural gas burning fire pit added warmth during cooler spring and fall days, as well as being a unique focal point

• A drilled basalt water feature created a tranquility that supplemented the contemporary style

• Annual planters were incorporated for seasonal color

Location: Shorewood, Minnesota

FEATURING: Bluestone, Stone Masonry, Drilled basalt water feature, natural gas fire pit, courtyard renovation, courtyard patio