Solution: County Materials’ concrete landscape products transformed this wooded Minnesota backyard into a modern outdoor haven for swimming, relaxing, and fireside gatherings. Dimensionally compatible elements provide smooth transitions, durability, and a cohesive design for maximum enjoyment.
Defined Outdoor Living in a Cozy Wooded Setting
This residential landscape project in Apple Valley, Minnesota, transforms a private, tree-lined backyard into a modern outdoor destination. Designed to complement its natural surroundings, the layout brings together a pool, an expansive patio, and a fire feature area, using compatible concrete hardscape materials that provide structure, durability, and visual continuity.
Grand DISCOVER PAVERS® establish the foundation for the pool deck and main patio, offering a refined surface with clean lines and a consistent color palette. Tumbled SUMMIT STONE® LANDSCAPE UNITS form the fire feature, topped with a Wetcast Circle Cap for a smooth, finished edge. Grand CREST™ COPING PAVERS line the pool, creating a defined border, while 4x8 ELEMENTS™ PAVERS provide complementary accents and borders along the patio and fire pit area. Together, these concrete materials create clear, intentional transitions between lounging, swimming, and fireside seating areas.
The fire pit area just off the pool serves as a natural extension of the patio, offering a cozy space to unwind while remaining connected to the water’s edge. Thoughtful material selection and careful layout ensure the hardscape performs reliably through Minnesota’s seasonal changes while maintaining a welcoming aesthetic that enhances the wooded backyard setting. The result is a cohesive, functional, and inviting backyard designed for an exceptional experience.
Project Highlights
This project demonstrates how coordinated and dimensionally compatible concrete landscape products from County Materials were used to create a distinct outdoor living area with smooth transitions between the pool, patio, and fire feature. Durable, low-maintenance materials and a balanced color palette provide lasting performance and a cohesive, inviting design.
