A backyard transformation including a new bluestone patio, dining area and fire pit in Deer Park, Illinois.

A decade ago, I made a tough call – waving goodbye almost entirely to our commercial and residential snow removal business.

What would you do if you had the space to recreate resort style amenities in your own back yard?

Outdoor living spaces are highly customizable and should be designed around the way your family enjoys spending time outside. Take a look at five different ways we customized an outdoor living room for our clients.

Are you considering a custom pool installation? Start HERE for professional landscape design tips that you need to consider before you sign a contract.

This outdoor living room includes a built in grill and kitchen, ventless gas fireplace and led heaters for extra warmth.

As winter approaches, do you pack away your patio furniture and cover the grill, wishing there was a way to extend the summer? Rest assured, you are not alone.

Homeowners are beginning to ask more from their outdoor living spaces. Adding elements that provide year-round purpose and beauty extend the use and value of an outdoor living space.

The Barn celebrates our new Landscape Design office in our new location in Barrington, IL

It’s time to decorate your exterior for the holidays; from the lights to the planters, to the wreaths and the roping.

As winter approaches, do you pack away your patio furniture and cover the grill, wishing there was a way to extend the summer? Rest assured, you are not alone.

Homeowners are beginning to ask more from their outdoor living spaces. Adding elements that provide year-round purpose and beauty extend the use and value of an outdoor living space.

Custom fire pits add almost year round access to outdoor living in the Chicagoland area.