In the world of landscape design, a new era has dawned, marked by the integration of cutting-edge digital landscaping design services. As outdoor living spaces expand and the demand for aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments grows, landscape design companies are turning to technology to create stunning and functional outdoor living spaces. One such trailblazer in this industry is Outdoor Innovations. We utilize digital design services to craft breathtaking landscapes that seamlessly blend form and function.

How Digital Landscaping Design Works

Traditional landscape design often relied on hand-drawn sketches and blueprints, which could be limiting in terms of visualizing the final outcome. Enter digital landscaping design services, where the process begins with advanced software tools that allow Outdoor Innovations design team to create detailed 3D models of your outdoor spaces. This digital canvas enables the exploration of various design elements, including plant placements, hardscapes, lighting, and even the play of sunlight throughout the day.

Benefits of Digital Design in Landscaping:

1. Precision and Accuracy: Digital design eliminates the guesswork associated with traditional methods. Our designers can precisely measure distances, account for terrain variations, and ensure accurate placement of every element within the landscape. This results in a more efficient and error-free planning phase.
2. Realistic Visualizations: Clients often struggle to envision the final outcome based on traditional sketches. Digital design provides a realistic and immersive experience by generating detailed 3D renderings. We will help you virtually explore your future outdoor spaces, allowing for better decision-making and a stronger emotional connection to your design.
3. Iterative Design Process: One of the significant advantages of digital design is the ease of making changes and exploring multiple design iterations. Our designers can quickly adjust elements, experiment with different ideas, and fine-tune the landscape to perfection. This iterative process ensures that the final design truly reflects your vision.
4. Collaborative Planning: Digital design facilitates collaboration between designers, architects, and clients. By sharing digital models and renderings, together we can provide feedback in real-time, fostering a collaborative and transparent design process. This open communication ensures that everyone is on the same page, leading to a more satisfying end result for your design.
5. Efficient Project Management: Once the design is finalized, the digital model becomes a valuable tool for project management. We will use the digital model as a reference, streamlining the construction process ensuring accuracy for your design and limiting the possibility of error. This efficiency ultimately saves time and resources.

Trust Outdoor Innovations to Help You Envision Your Landscaping Project

As we witness the rise of digital landscaping design as a tool to create beautiful outdoor living spaces, companies like Outdoor Innovations, serving the Quad Cities area, are at the forefront of innovation. Through the integration of advanced technology, we are transforming outdoor spaces into works of art, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. The benefits of digital design, from precision and realism to collaboration and efficiency, are reshaping the landscape design industry and paving the way for a future where every outdoor space is a masterpiece waiting to be unveiled.

Contact us today to discuss your design ideas!

Get to know some of our design parters: Crossfire Brass Burners, NatureKast Outdoor Cabinetry, Unilock, and Rosetta.

Your backyard is more than just an outdoor space; it’s an extension of your home, a place where memories are made, and relaxation is embraced. However, sometimes, the potential of this space lies dormant, waiting to be unveiled through a transformative makeover. In this blog, we take you through an awe-inspiring journey of a backyard transformation that turned a mundane outdoor area into a captivating oasis. From the removal of old structures to the addition of new elements, every step of this makeover showcases the power of creativity, design, and vision.

Before and After: A Visual Delight:

The journey begins with a stunning visual comparison of the backyard before and after the transformation. The removal of the pergola, deck, and patio marked the first step towards a fresh canvas, setting the stage for a complete overhaul. The contrast between the old and the new is truly remarkable, highlighting the potential that was waiting to be unlocked.

Creating Elevated Spaces: The Kodah Wall and Grill Island:

One of the standout features of this makeover is the incorporation of a High Format Kodah wall. This ingenious addition not only frames the new upper patio but also adds a touch of sophistication. The Kodah wall becomes a backdrop for the focal point of outdoor culinary delight – the Grill Island. Complete with a 36” Coyote Gas Grill, access doors, and a trash compartment, this island redefines outdoor cooking. It’s a space where flavors sizzle and conversations flow.

Privacy and Purpose: Installing Fences and Concealment:

A functional backyard is not just about aesthetics; it’s about creating a seamless blend of beauty and purpose. The installation of a privacy fence serves a dual purpose: hiding unsightly elements like air conditioners, trash bins, and generators, while also creating a dedicated storage space. This transformation shows how strategic design can turn potential eyesores into hidden treasures.

Paving the Pathways to Elegance: Montrose by High Format Pavers:

The journey from the driveway to the patio becomes a graceful stroll with the installation of Montrose by High Format large format pavers. These pavers, with crushed granite between them, redefine the very concept of outdoor pathways. The result is not just a way to get from point A to point B, but a visual delight that enhances the overall aesthetics of the space.

Redefining Comfort: The Country Lane Vinyl “A” Frame Pavilion:

Imagine a space where you can unwind, entertain, and simply be. The addition of a Country Lane 14 x 18 Rectangle vinyl “A” frame pavilion does just that. It’s a haven that offers shade on sunny days and shelter during light drizzles. With careful design and placement, this pavilion seamlessly integrates with the landscape, becoming a natural gathering point.

Entertainment Meets Refreshment: The TV Wall and Serving Area:

In the era of outdoor entertainment, a TV wall becomes an essential element. The use of Unilock Lineo creates a modern backdrop, perfectly complementing the outdoor entertainment setup. This area isn’t just about watching your favorite shows; it’s about creating lasting memories with loved ones. The inclusion of a Coyote drop-in cooler and an outdoor refrigerator ensures that refreshments are always within arm’s reach.

Warming the Nights: The Gas Round Firepit:

As the sun sets, the ambiance changes, but the charm remains. The gas round firepit, built using High Format Belvedere stone and a Warming Trends 180K BTU cross fire burner, becomes the heart of evening gatherings. It’s where stories are shared, laughter echoes, and bonds are strengthened.

Elegance and Functionality: Unilock Beacon Hill Flagstone Pavers:

The upper and lower patio areas are graced with the timeless beauty of Unilock Beacon Hill flagstone pavers. These pavers not only enhance the aesthetics but also provide a durable and functional foundation for outdoor living. It’s a harmonious blend of elegance and purpose.

Nature’s Touch: The Final Flourish of Landscaping:

No backyard transformation is complete without a touch of nature’s artistry. The addition of carefully selected landscaping elements enhances the overall beauty of the space. Lush greens, vibrant blooms, and thoughtful placement of foliage bring life to every corner.

Illuminating Evenings: LED Lighting System:

As the day transitions into night, the magic doesn’t dim; it evolves. The installation of an LED lighting system around the patio and inside the pavilion creates an enchanting atmosphere. It’s a symphony of light and shadows, turning the backyard into a captivating stage for relaxation and celebration.

Conclusion: A Masterpiece Unveiled:

The journey from a mundane backyard to a captivating oasis is a testament to the power of vision, design, and execution. Every element of this transformation, from the Kodah wall to the LED lighting, showcases the artistry that can be achieved with careful planning and a touch of creativity. This backyard makeover is not just a physical transformation; it’s an invitation to experience the joy of outdoor living at its finest. It’s a reminder that the potential of your space is limited only by your imagination.

Imagine your change … and let Outdoor Innovations help you bring it to life! Contact us today to discuss your ideas for a backyard transformation!

Creating a picturesque and functional backyard oasis is a dream shared by many homeowners. Whether it’s a tranquil retreat for relaxation or an inviting space for entertaining guests, a well-designed backyard can significantly enhance the overall appeal and value of a property. However, before embarking on your backyard landscaping project, it’s essential to address some crucial questions that will guide you towards success. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the most common questions people ask when undertaking a new backyard landscaping project.

Setting a Realistic Budget

Every landscaping project begins with a budget. Determine how much you are willing to invest in the transformation of your backyard. Understanding your financial constraints will help you prioritize elements and choose suitable materials.

Defining the Purpose

Ask yourself what purpose your backyard will serve. Is it meant for relaxation, entertaining guests, gardening, or a mix of these? Clarifying the primary purpose will direct your design choices and layout decisions.

Professional Landscaper vs. DIY

Consider whether you have the time, expertise, and resources to tackle the landscaping project yourself or if hiring a professional landscaper is the best option. A professional can offer expert advice, save time, and ensure a polished outcome.

Choosing Desired Features

Decide on the features you wish to include in your backyard. Options may range from a patio or deck to a fire pit, water feature, or even an outdoor kitchen. Each feature will contribute to the overall ambiance and functionality of the space. We utilize NatureKast kitchen cabinetry, learn more here.

Creating a Low-Maintenance Landscape

If you prefer a low-maintenance backyard, focus on drought-resistant plants, native species, and hardscape materials that require minimal upkeep. Automated irrigation systems can further simplify maintenance.

Optimizing Privacy

Privacy is crucial for a relaxing backyard. Evaluate fencing options, hedges, or strategic plantings to create secluded and intimate areas.

Choosing the Right Landscaping Materials

We can help you select the appropriate materials for paths, decks, mulching, and retaining walls based on their durability, aesthetics, and compatibility with your design vision.

Planning the Project Timeline

Understand the expected timeline for your landscaping project to account for any special events or gatherings that may be impacted during construction. We can work with you to set up your landscaping project around your needs!

Addressing Site-Specific Challenges

Assess your backyard for any unique challenges, such as poor soil quality, drainage issues, or existing structures that need consideration during planning.

Incorporating Rain Gardens and Composting

Explore the possibility of integrating rain gardens to manage stormwater runoff and composting to recycle organic waste, contributing to a greener backyard. We can discuss adding these type of elements to your project.

Using 3-D Technology for your Landscaping Project

Embarking on a backyard landscaping project is an exciting opportunity to create an outdoor space that reflects your personal style and meets your needs. At Outdoor Innovations we offer 3-D design to help bring your project to life.

Using 3-D planning for a backyard landscaping project revolutionizes the design process, offering a dynamic and immersive experience that enhances creativity and precision. By leveraging advanced technology, we can visualize the proposed layout, hardscapes, and vegetation in a realistic three-dimensional environment. This interactive approach allows for seamless modifications, ensuring every detail is meticulously refined before construction begins. From experimenting with various plant combinations to simulating lighting effects and material textures, 3-D planning enables home and business owners to make informed decisions, resulting in a breathtaking landscaping transformation that perfectly aligns with your vision and preferences.

Contact us today to learn more about 3-D design, and get your landscaping project started today!

Outdoor Innovations Goal? To Never Come Back.

When you are considering adding new landscaping to your backyard, one important consideration, if you plan to live in your home for the long haul: “How long is my new landscaping design going to last?” When the project is done, will the hardscaping be uneven in a few years? Will my fire pit run season after season? Are my outdoor shelter structures going to hold up? These are all things to think about when selecting a contractor for landscaping design that you plan to work with. 

At Outdoor Innovations, our goal is rather simple. We plan to “never come back” unless it is to visit!  As your landscaping contractor, we plan to complete your landscaping project with the highest quality products and equally exceptional work. Your backyard retreat is meant to last the lifetime of your home with first rate products such as pavilions from Country Lane, or CROSSFIRE® Burners made from brass for our outdoor fire features. Let’s take a look at a recent project that shows you some of that great quality! 

A Unique Outdoor Structure 

In our latest project, we created a unique backyard retreat that will take this family from late summer into fall with a Country Lane custom 14’x 18′ A frame Vinyl pavilion and 16 x 16 Traditional Vinyl Pergola. Coupling versatility while fitting into a budget, Country Lane offers many accessories including:

• Upgrading post sizes and shapes 
• Cupolas 
• EZShade curtains 
• Villas 

Aside from its beauty, this piece is built to last. This shelter structure can withstand winds of up to 140 mph, and up to 45 pounds per square foot snow load. This means that this family can enjoy the outdoors with this lovely pavilion/pergola combo for years and years to come! 

With Our Fire Features Brass Makes the Difference 

We often hear from people who have old fire features that the parts have rusted or corroded. At Outdoor Innovations we work with Warming Trends, providing some of the newest technology available in fire features.

This project boasts Warming Trends 250,000 BTU 50 inch CROSSFIRE® Linear Brass Burner. This means that this fire feature will have a taller, more robust burning flame that closely resembles a natural wood burning fire. With parts made of brass that will not rust or corrode, this fire feature will provide beautiful warmth for this family, with a lifetime warranty because we are so confident in this technology!

Other High Quality Features for this Project 

We really enjoyed this backyard landscaping project! In addition to the pavilion and pergola combination, and the top-notch fire pit, this landscaping project also included: 

• Eye-catching limestone countertop imported from India. 
• Coyote outdoor grill
• Cooler built into the counter for easy access
• Beautifully hardscaped patio area
• And more! 

Choose Quality Landscaping Design 

If you are considering creating a backyard oasis for your family, choose quality by choosing Outdoor Innovations. One of our main goals in completing your landscaping project is to do everything right the first time with longevity in mind. We want your family to enjoy your outdoor living area for years and years to come with the peace of mind that everything is made and constructed by our team to last. 

Need landscaping ideas, or want to discuss your dream landscaping design? Contact us today! 

Job Feature: A Rustic Outdoor Getaway Perfect for Entertaining 

The landscape designers at Outdoor Innovations are at it again this summer, creating outdoor entertainment areas that change the way people do entertainment! One recent project that was just completed features 8 great ideas for your outdoor entertainment area, that may serve as inspiration for your backyard. Do you love the idea of settling in to a good movie…but under the stars? Perhaps the idea of enjoying a perfectly prepared meal al fresco makes you smile just thinking about it! Take a look at these amazing features, that make an outdoor entertainment area the ideal place to spend your time with family and friends.

Entertain in Comfort: Pavilions 

The pavilion for this project is not only comfortable and rustic with a modern twist, but it is the ideal for entertaining. The A frame 16×20 vinyl pavilion features a Cinder color ceiling stain, a gorgeous ceiling fan, and outdoor heaters. With cozy seating surrounding the TV and gas fireplace, you can settle in with a good movie, or take in sporting events in style! Pavilions make a great addition to your outdoor entertainment area because they offer shelter and a bit of climate control allowing you to have a great time practically all year around! 

Set the Mood: Gas Fireplaces

Take your pavilion to the next level with a gas fireplace or fire feature from Outdoor Innovations. Add style and improve the ambience of your outdoor entertainment area, and at the same time, extend the use of your space through the seasons. Gas fireplaces offer simplicity with the ease of turning the fire on and off effortlessly. This project features a natural stone gas fireplace. It is easy to imagine sitting curled up on the outdoor furniture with a plush blanket and hot cocoa in front of this fire in the fall, or ushering in spring with a bit more warmth while waiting for the summer months to arrive! 

Chill Out: Outdoor Drop in Coolers

Do you hate opening and closing the back door, while letting out the air conditioning every time a guest wants a cold drink? Keep your beverages, condiments, and other food items chilled on ice just steps away for your convenience with drop in coolers! This pavilion has 2 drop in coolers on either side of the fireplace right within easy reach. Easy to keep clean for each use, you can keep the party going with little to no interruption, and never have to let the cool air out of your home from frequent trips inside. 

Envy of the Neighborhood: Grilling Islands 

Who does not love grilling out? Get the ultimate in outdoor cooking and grilling with a grilling station. This project features the works: A 36”gas grill, double burner, flat top grill, and a smoker! Any way you like your barbecue, this grilling island has it covered. Enjoy all your favorites: steak, kebabs, brats & dogs, corn on the cob and more. You will be the envy of the neighborhood with a set up like this. Get set for easy clean-up with hidden trash cans built right into the island too. 

The Drinks Will Flow: Bar Islands 

Including a bar island as part of your outdoor entertainment area not only provides additional attractive seating. It provides a place to keep the drinks flowing and the party in full swing. Whether you are having all your friends over for grilling and margaritas, or enjoying a romantic glass of wine while enjoying the soft lighting and fireplace, this entertainment area gives you both. 

Multifunctional & Pretty: Patios

The brick patio for this project offers a multitude of purposes. Extra lounging room, additional dining space, and dare we say, a dance floor? Patios are multifunctional while also adding beauty to your outdoor entertainment area. The brick that makes up this patio brings extra dimension through its contrast with the stone used for the pavilion floor. Plenty of room for your extended family and your friends to enjoy while you take in the outdoors at home. 

Your Own Private Retreat: Privacy Landscaping

The professional landscape designers at Outdoor Innovations created this outdoor entertainment area with privacy in mind. A privacy berm was built into the design that includes both luxurious evergreen bushes as well as a natural stone wall. When you have a gathering, having some privacy to be allowed to enjoy yourself is usually on the top of everyone’s wish list. Aside from privacy these additions help make your space personalized and comfortable, enhancing the overall design. 

Bring the Night to Life: Outdoor LED Lighting 

Entertaining is not just for the day time! Your outdoor entertainment area can transition from day to night with beautiful outdoor LED lighting. While adding security to your home, outdoor LED’s create subtle and comforting lighting all around your space. Energy saving and efficient, they can be set to turn on when you want them to. For this project lighting was placed around the landscaping and as an accent to the pavilion, so that this family can enjoy their new space any time they like!

Are You Ready for a New Outdoor Entertainment Area?

If you have been longing for a special entertaining space to enjoy with your family and friends, now is the time to get started. With a dream team of landscape designers, and installers, Outdoor Innovations can customize your backyard to your exact specifications. We encourage you to learn about our design process with includes consulting with you and producing a 3-D design to give you a full understanding of what your vision will look like. Contact Ken and Barbara today to learn more, and we will get right back to you!

Get more inspiration and ideas by watching videos on our YouTube channel. We think you will find some landscaping artistry that will get your imagination going!

If you are looking to enhance your backyard experience this year, you may be considering a popular landscaping design option: a free-standing or attached outdoor structure. Pergolas, pavilions, and gazebos are all popular options. You want to make an informed decision about your outdoor living area, and choose the best option for you. What IS the difference between the three? At Outdoor Innovations, your Quad Cities landscaping designer, we can help you understand one from the other! 

Pergolas, An Eye-Catching Choice 

Pergolas are a truly attractive option to feature in your backyard, for your patio, or as part of your garden. Pergolas consist of support beams that are topped off by a grid pattern made of beams and rafters for a roof. The roof is often left open but can be covered to provide shade and protection for the elements. They can be either attached to your home as an extension of it, or stand alone as a backyard enhancement. You can do so much with Pergolas, they can be surrounded by, or even have garden and landscaping running through, or can be used as a seating area for eating or entertainment. The sky is the limit to this eye-catching option. 

Pavilions, Strong, Sturdy, & Versatile 

Looking for a real statement for your outdoor living adventures with your family? Get the benefits of protection from the elements with a strong and sturdy pavilion. Think of a pavilion like an open building, open on the sides, but with a roof on top. Pavilions invite your friends and family in to stay awhile! They can be used for a beautiful dining area, a walk up bar, an entertainment area with a TV and seating, and so much more! With many styles to choose from, you can find the perfect addition to your backyard landscape. 

Gazebos, Useful & Beautiful 

Gazebos are freestanding structures that are often hexagonal or octagonal in shape that have a roof. Often there is seating inside. They can also have shading such as latticework or can be screened to provide protection from the elements. Gazebos make a beautiful addition to a garden area, or fit in to your custom landscape design. Beautiful and inviting, these outdoor structures make a wonderful gathering space, or a romantic (at home!) getaway for two.  Gazebos, like pergolas and pavilions can be custom designed to match your home’s aesthetic so they fit perfectly into your outdoor living concept.

Trust Outdoor Innovations for your Landscape Design Project 

For your home in the Quad Cities, you can trust a local leader in landscape design, Outdoor Innovations. We have extensive experience in building pergolas, pavilions, and gazebos to incorporate into your backyard’s overall look and feel. We specialize in working closely with you to come up with a plan that you can visualize clearly before your project even begins. We offer many additional services as well such as hardscaping, poolscaping, and fire & water features. We encourage you to browse other projects that we have done, either in our blog, or on our YouTube channel for inspiration! We are also here to answer your landscape design questions. Do not hesitate to contact us regarding your ideas, we are here to help! 

Are you looking for the next big thing in outdoor living? Are you a golf enthusiast, or want the perfect poolside setting? Consider artificial turf for your yard. Create your ideal outdoor paradise with artificial turf from Outdoor Innovations! Here are some great ideas to give you some inspiration. 

Putting Greens

Love golf but do not want to have to go to the course or driving range all the time? Enjoy putting at home with a putting green from Outdoor Innovations. We can add a putting green to your outdoor living space to provide great golfing recreation any time you want! 

Poolside Paradise

Liven up your poolside experience and enjoy the safety that artificial turf provides all around your backyard pool. Artificial turf not only looks beautiful, but provides a comfortable surface for bare feet, without the safety hazard of hot concrete. 

A Patio that is Green All Year 

Couple artificial turf with your backyard patio and you can enjoy the green beauty all year around. Turf is low maintenance and long lasting, making it ideal for your backyard getaway. A great compliment to outdoor fire features and water features, you can create the perfect outdoor living area with this versatile landscaping option. 

For the Sports Enthusiast

Have a passion for soccer, football, or other sports? Artificial grass can be a great addition to your backyard that allows you to enjoy your favorite sports throughout the seasons of the year! Set up a soccer goal and kick the ball around with family, or throw a baseball back and forth any time. 

From Bags to Bocce Ball

Take outdoor recreation to the next level with fun games set up on artificial turf. Horseshoes, bocce ball, or bags, the sky’s the limit. Invite your family and friends to a cookout and play games to your heart’s content. Your backyard will be known as the place to be! 

Considering Artificial Turf? What is Your Dream? 

These are just a few ideas of how you can utilize artificial turf in your outdoor living area. Do you have a dream for your backyard? Let your imagination run wild! Contact Outdoor Innovations today to discuss your ideas. We can create a design that is perfect for your family. We look forward to hearing from you!

Need more inspiration? Check out some of our projects on our YouTube channel! To see a video of a putting green project, click here. 

Add Beauty and Functionality that Lasts With Pavilions and Pergolas from Outdoor Innovations 

The first thing that strikes you when you see pergolas and pavilions in someone’s backyard or outdoor living space is that it is a beautiful centerpiece that everyone can gather around. What may not be as obvious is the fact that when you have your pavilion or pergola built by the professionals at Outdoor Innovations, that beauty you see is built to last! Strength is the central component that our structures are built upon, and the result is a place for your family to enjoy for years to come. 

Structures Built for Extreme Weather

In our latest video above, our owner Ken speak about some of the structural components that make up our latest pavilion build. In this, our last pavilion of 2021, you see that the construction supports:

• Extreme snow loads: This pavilion can handle 40 pounds per square foot. 
• High winds are no match: Our final pavilion of 2021 can withstand wind speeds up to 125 miles per hour. 

This can be seen in the 8×8 posts wrapped in red cedar, the braces and the joists, and throughout this solid design. This family will come out on the other side of winter each year with their outdoor living area ready to enjoy, and during spring storms will have no worries. This pavilion can withstand anything that Mother Nature can throw at it! You can view some of the photos below that feature examples of where this structure gets its strength:

Customize Your Pergolas and Pavilions to Fit Your Dream

This pavilion will feature a TV with entertainment area, outdoor grilling island, bar island, and more, all placed around a gorgeous stamped concrete pad. You too, can have the outdoor living area of your dreams. We can work with you to design your own customized getaway with features such as:

• Fire features
• Landscape and outdoor lighting details
• Landscaping and feature items such as pottery or custom stone
• Grilling areas
• Bar areas
• Entertainment areas 
• Hardscaping
• Water features

And of course, we can build a be a beautiful, strong, pavilion or pergola to gather around with your family. Contact our professional team today, we will work closely with you to create a plan, come up with a 3-D rendering of your design, and plan at time that is perfect for you to complete your project. There is no dream to big or too small, and we would love to work with you! 

To learn more about Outdoor Innovations, see more examples of our work, learn tips and tricks for your outdoor areas and more, visit us on Facebook, or subscribe to our YouTube channel.

Pergolas and Pavilions Give You an Outdoor Room Feel

We can all agree that fresh air heals the soul and makes us all feel more alive! Spending time out in the fresh air, be it warm summer air that we are currently leaving behind, or crisp fall air that we are now enjoying, just feels GOOD. You can extend your time in the outdoors at home with a new pergola or pavilion installed by Outdoor Innovations. There are so many options, colors, and styles, that there is one that is just right for you and your family. Want to know more? Here is everything you need to know about pergolas and pavilions! 

They Can Have Heaters and Ceiling Fans Installed

The changing seasons can be tricky! In the summer the heat can be an issue and as the months cool down, chilly weather can keep you indoors. Outdoor Innovations can install heaters for the cold months, allowing you to remain outdoors enjoying your outdoor living space. For the warm months, ceiling fans can be put in to move the air and cool it making your space comfortable nearly all year around! 

You Can Mount a TV for a Cozy Movie Night

Can’t get enough of a good movie or never miss a game? You can take your theatre experience outdoors at home! We can create a space to mount a TV so that you can watch the big game with your friends, or settle down with an exciting movie with the family! Your pavilion or pergola can be the perfect outdoor entertainment area with the added bonus of fresh air. 

Create a Intimate or Cozy Setting

Outdoor Innovations can make your pavilion or pergola the ideal intimate or cozy setting. With the addition of lighting to enhance the atmosphere, by adding a bar area with bar stools, or with comfortable and stylish outdoor furniture, you can really personalize and elevate your space. Even put in a warm and cozy fire feature to brighten those cooler days and nights. 

Too see examples of all the various options that are available from Outdoor Innovations scroll through these photos of pergolas and pavilions below:

Enjoy an Outdoor Room Feel With Pergolas and Pavilions

When you put everything together, then you have a superb outdoor space with the feeling of a room, an extension of your home. Outdoor Innovations can complete the area with patio pavers, outdoor grilling areas, landscape lighting, and so much more for a full experience that will leave you wanting even more of the outdoors. Our pavilions and pergolas are manufactured by Country Lane. Country Lane has been building some of the finest quality backyard structures in the Industry since 1994. These structures are durable with long lasting beauty. If you are interested in adding one of these stunning structures to your outdoor living space, then contact us today! Let us know if we can help you fulfill your outdoor dreams. 

Outdoor Living Areas from Outdoor Innovations

Fall offers cooler and more comfortable temperatures, which gives us the opportunity to spend some much needed time in the outdoors. There is no better way to do this than in your own outdoor living area from Outdoor Innovations. You can enjoy all that outdoor living has to offer right in your own backyard. Recently, the team at Outdoor Innovations completed a new outdoor living space for one of our clients. In this case, the client gave Ken and the team ideas of what they wanted to see in their space, providing for some creative freedom, and the collaboration turned into this beautiful example of what outdoor living can be! See our latest video below:

Features of This Outdoor Living Space

This space will serve the family very well as the fall season approaches! It includes these features:

Raised Bar Island: This client wanted a nice area for the family to sit and enjoy their big screen TV while they have a bite to eat or enjoy a beverage. The team added a beautiful raised limestone bar island to which attractive bar style chairs were eventually added.

Seat Wall & Raised Planter: To add beauty to the three large deck poles behind the raised bar island, the team installed the seat wall and raised planter to serve as a resting place as well as to display colorful flowers to brighten the area.

Paver Area (near grill): Manufactured by High Format, this paver area was placed between the concrete pad that already existed, and the paver patio beyond. Adding a visual boost the the grilling area, these 30×30 square, large slab pavers give off just the right touch in the right spot.

Pellet Grill: Manufactured by Coyote, this pellet grill is sure to please. For this grilling area, we installed the pellet grill into an island, that also includes a drop in cooler, and will also feature a enclosed trash bin. Setting up this family for some fun outdoor cooking, and wonderful shared meals.

Paver Patio With Vinyl Pergola & Gas Fire Pit: This area really speaks for itself! The large paver patio provides a large area for entertaining. Surrounded on two sides by a seat wall, this area is made for the fall season. Cozy up next to the warm fire in the gas fire pit, inside this stunning vinyl pergola. There are memories to be made in this space for sure!

Concrete Pad: We installed a concrete pad so in the near future this family can enjoy a hot tub/spa in this space. This will be a favorite spot for all, we have no doubt!

Serving Island: This island also has a great limestone countertop, and features a outdoor refrigerator, drop in cooler, and trash bin. Entertaining will be a breeze with these added features. Let the good times roll!

Cobalt Blue Pots: We think these marvelous blue cobalt blue pots we found for our client are the icing on the cake for this space. They add the finishing touch bringing the overall look together. If you like these we can find something special just for you too.

What is Your Dream?

We always ask the question “What is your dream?” The wonderful thing about outdoor living areas is the sky is the limit, what is in your imagination can be done. So let us know what would allow you and your family live your dream. Contact us today to discuss your perfect outdoor living area. We would love to collaborate with you to create a plan. We will then draw up a 3-D rendering of what your space will look like. The only thing left to do after that is make your dream a reality. Let us know what we can do for you!

To check out more videos that feature additional projects, learn more by visiting our YouTube channel.