Creating a Connection to the Outdoors

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What was once a virtually unusable backyard is now a dynamic outdoor living space complete with new landscaping, hardscaping and more thanks to MOSAIC Group [Architects and Remodelers]. While the plan transformed the look of the backyard and provided a needed connection between the interior and exterior of the house, it also solved drainage issues created by water flowing into the yard from neighboring lots. After redirecting the water flow, the yard was resodded, an existing water feature modified and new landscape lighting installed. Filling out the additional 1,000 square-feet of outdoor living space created by the project are a covered porch, grill and bar area and dining space punctuated by a grand outdoor fireplace. By strategically combining new materials with existing materials, the new outdoor living space looks like it has always been there.