Client: Rob B.
Date: Started June 2022 and Completed in February 2023.
Location: Waxhaw, NC.
Whether you love hosting gatherings, relaxing in nature, or simply want to make the most of your outdoor environment, a well-landscaped outdoor entertainment area offers many benefits. Rob B. of Waxhaw, NC originally hired Richard Laney Landscaping, Inc. for normal hardscape and landscape services, but after chatting with Richard and the team, decided that an outdoor entertaining area was right for his large family.
Here’s why you might want to consider creating one, just like Rob B – plus a little bit about how he and his family came to enjoy this space.
Before
1. Expands Your Living Space
During warmer months, your backyard offers a blank canvas that can be transformed into a versatile, multi-functional area. Whether it’s a cozy dining area, a comfortable seating nook, or an outdoor kitchen with all the trimmings, this extended living area allows you to enjoy more space and freedom.
Richard realized that Rob’s yard offered plenty of space, to the point where the options were nearly endless! The team showed Rob their entire range of products and skills and helped him plot out the best usage of that space.
2. Improves Socializing Opportunities
From neighborhood barbecues to family birthday celebrations, outdoor entertaining areas foster a comfortable and welcoming aura for all. An inviting space with comfortable seating, a fire pit, or a barbecue station helps set the stage for memory making, laughter, and tender moments with loved ones. People tend to feel more at ease outdoors, making it easier to bond over meals, drinks, or simply enjoying nature together.
Rob has a large family who enjoy spending time together outdoors. With such a big, beautiful family and such a big, beautiful yard, it only made sense to add a fully-functional space that everyone could enjoy.
3. Increases Home Value
Homebuyers are increasingly drawn to properties with well-designed outdoor living areas with beautiful landscaping. Features like patios, decks, outdoor kitchens, or pergolas add significant value to your property. Even if you aren’t planning to sell anytime soon, having a beautiful outdoor space can make your home more attractive to potential buyers even well down the line.
After consulting Rob, the team at Richard Laney Landscaping installed a tiered retaining wall with plants and trees, a sizeable paver patio with kitchenette, fire pit, and entertainment area. The team also built natural steps leading down to the surrounding wooded area so the family could enjoy easy access to that space.
After
4. Fosters Family Bonding
Spending time outdoors together as a family can strengthen relationships and create lasting memories. Landscaping ann outdoor entertaining space provides a great environment for family gatherings, whether it’s a weekend barbecue or a cozy evening around a fire pit. Children can play, pets can roam freely, and everyone can enjoy the natural surroundings. It’s a wonderful way to spend quality time as a family without the distractions of everyday life.
5. Enhances the Aesthetic Appeal of Your Yard
An outdoor entertaining area doesn’t just add functionality—it can also elevate the visual appeal of your yard. Carefully chosen furniture, landscaping, and decor can transform a simple backyard into an oasis. From colorful plants to stylish lighting, your outdoor space can become a beautiful, serene environment that enhances the overall ambiance of your home. You’ll enjoy being in a space that reflects your personal style while simultaneously providing a comfortable setting for guests.
This has been Richard’s favorite landscaping project to date. The clients were great to work with and he got to utilize every service he has to offer. From design and drainage solutions, to patio, kitchenette, shrubs and trees, and even landscape lighting, the team at Richard Laney Landscaping got to show off their skills as well as create a beautiful space for Rob’s whole family. By investing in an outdoor space like Rob and working with Richard Laney Landscaping, you can create a personal haven in your very own backyard.
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To learn more about how to make use of your outdoor space, contact the team at Richard Laney Landscaping.
