Hardscape
The designers at Crane Creek Construction are here to help you incorporate hardscape elements into your outdoor renovation. The natural stone gives the environment a solid foundation, and sets the stage perfectly for adding the softer decorative elements. Hardscape elements anchor a space, define the layout, and integrate functionality.
Hardscape differs from the more familiar term landscape. Landscape refers to the plants and living elements that grow and change with the seasons. Whereas, the hardscape is the solid, firm components of the outdoor design. Common hardscape elements are often created using stone or brick. Here are a few examples that may be added to your backyard:
Walkways
Outdoor Kitchens
Fireplaces and Fire Pits
Water Features
Retaining Walls and Benches
Pool and Hot Tub Surrounds
With the added visual interest, a hardscape also affords additional privacy and decreases the landscaping maintenance requirements for the area. Our designs also account for the good bit of rain we receive in the Upstate. A hardscape is an excellent way to accent your yard and showcase your colorful landscaping.
Patio
Once hardscape elements shape the space, a patio is often added next. A patio designed by Crane Creek is an excellent way to transition between your home and back yard. Our designers help answer many common patio questions. What is the right size patio for my yard? What materials will hold up to use? Our team is ready to assist you with all these questions.
To help you begin looking at pattern and color options, a patio is often constructed using the following materials:
Brick
Travertine Pavers
Decorated or Stamped Concrete
Natural Stone
The applications of these materials may vary, so we always begin with your backyard style and expected use of the space. With design and function defined, we can then incorporate the right product to meet your needs. A patio can be either simple or decorative, and is the perfect location for a beautiful teak table or comfortable seating arrangement.
Whether you want a pool patio or traditional stone patio for entertaining guests, give us a call to learn what custom designs and materials we can incorporate into your space!
Pergola
A pergola is typically a large, wooden structure with open beams and four support columns. The open design of the roof allows an abundance of sunlight to come through. Some owners choose to run vines through the cross-beams to create a more shaded space and added privacy. Pergola design is highly flexible, but the purpose is often for entertaining guests, who – depending on the size of the pergola – can range from two to fifteen people. The pergola is typically free-standing, but could also be connected to a home. The pergola may be made of wood, vinyl, or metal. There are many options to personalize a pergola. The benefits of a pergola make adding one to your home a very attractive option.
arbor
An arbor is similar in structure to a pergola, but different in size and function. An arbor is smaller, and not intended to serve as a cover for an entertaining area, as a pergola typically does. Arbors can, however, provide covering for a garden bench or seat. An arbor is usually placed as an entrance to a garden or lawn area. Arbors are often decoratively covered with vines or flowers. The roof of an arbor is often slatted and arched. A great benefit of an arbor is that one may be added into your existing landscape with minimal disturbance. An arbor may be built over existing walkways or fence gates. An arbor is an elegant way of welcoming friends and family into your backyard.