Expansive traditional front yard screened-in verandah in Other with stamped concrete.

This is really another room. A porch with trim that you would typically find in your dining room has been created for the Exterior. Custom brick piers with blue stone caps add to the charm. Ipe decking says, "I'm staying around for a long time". Always being socially responsible with materials, whenever possible. Photo Credit: J. Brown

This Harrisburg backyard retreat features a pool and custom pool deck, a screened in porch and a covered patio. With so many choices, guests will struggle to decide where to spend their time. The concrete paver patio is a perfect natural look in this wooded back yard. With a custom outdoor kitchen under the covered patio these homeowners can cook in shaded comfort. With places to sun yourself, places for shade and place for a quiet escape this backyard fits the needs of every day and every occasion. Look at how the various materials compliment each other. Natural woods are easy to combine and make a great finished look.

Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. http://pickellbuilders.com. Stone Gazebo with Stained Bead Board Ceiling and Paver hardscapes. Iron fencing and gate beyond.

Stone fireplace with TV inside a screen porch with PGT EZ Breeze windows.
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Open carport with structural fiberglass columns and entryway roof cap. Built-in cabinets store trash cans, recycling bins and outdoor equipment in back low wall. Patio and walk are brick pavers, fieldstone walls capped with bluestone. Discreet low voltage landscape lighting on stone wall of patio is an elegant way to light this tranquil outdoor setting surrounded by mature plantings.

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At Archadeck of Nova Scotia we love any size project big or small. But, that being said, we have a soft spot for the projects that let us show off our talents! This Halifax house was no exception. The owners wanted a space to suit their outdoor lifestyle with materials to last far into the future. The choices were quite simple: stone veneer, Timbertech composite decking and glass railing. What better way to create that stability than with a solid foundation, concrete columns and decorative stone veneer? The posts were all wrapped with stone and match the retaining wall which was installed to help with soil retention and give the backyard more definition (it’s not too hard on the eyes either). A set of well-lit steps will guide you up the multi-level deck. The built-in planters soften the hardness of the Timbertech composite deck and provide a little visual relief. The two-tone aesthetic of the deck and railing are a stunning feature which plays up contrasting tones. From there it’s a game of musical chairs; we recommend the big round one on a September evening with a glass of wine and cozy blanket. We haven’t gotten there quite yet, but this property has an amazing view (you will see soon enough!). As to not spoil the view, we installed TImbertech composite railing with glass panels. This allows you to take in the surrounding sights while relaxing and not have those pesky balusters in the way. In any Canadian backyard, there is always the dilemma of dealing with mosquitoes and black flies! Our solution to this itchy problem is to incorporate a screen room as part of your design. This screen room in particular has space for dining and lounging around a fireplace, perfect for the colder evenings! Ahhh…there’s the view! From the top level of the deck you can really get an appreciation for Nova Scotia. Life looks pretty good from the top of a multi-level deck. Once again, we installed a composite and glass railing on the new composite deck to capture the scenery. What puts the cherry on top of this project is the balcony! One of the greatest benefits of composite decking and railing is that it can be curved to create beautiful soft edges. Imagine sipping your morning coffee and watching the sunrise over the water. If you want to know more about composite decking, railing or anything else you’ve seen that sparks your interest; give us a call! We’d love to hear from you.

http://pickellbuilders.com. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. Stained Knotty Cherry cathedral ceiling screen porch with with 16"x16" slate tile floor and stone fireplace.

This spacious outdoor living space connects to both the kitchen and the family room with its wood paneled ceiling, square tapered columns, and mahagony floors. Tom Grimes Photography

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