Chesswood outdoor kitchen and natural-stone terrace

Our Process

A Clear Plan Before Any Shovels Hit The Ground

The project moves through one team, from the first property walk to the last cleanup.

The process

From the first conversation to handoff

Each stage keeps the project moving and gives everyone a clear reference for the work ahead.

  1. Osmond Daly Estate pool, stone terraces and fire bowls
    01

    Consultation

    We walk the property, listen to how you want to live outside and talk plainly about what the site can support.

  2. Chesswood outdoor kitchen and natural-stone terrace
    02

    Property Review

    We document the grades, access, existing conditions and project requirements that will shape the plan.

  3. Astrolabe pool, waterfall and modern pool house
    03

    Design Preparation

    We bring the site information and project priorities together, prepare concepts for the new space, and present the options for review.

  4. Rivercrest timber pavilion and stone fire feature framed by mature trees
    04

    Plan Detailing, Construction Documentation & Project Estimating

    Once a direction is approved, we develop the plan details and construction documents, coordinate permitting where required, and prepare the project estimate.

  5. Fire and water features in evening light
    05

    Build

    Our crews protect the property, keep the site organized and build from the approved drawing.

  6. Layered flowering garden surrounding a maintained green lawn
    06

    Handoff

    We complete the final details, clean the site and walk through the finished work with you.

They went above and beyond at every turn and we will be forever grateful for their amazing customer service that made it all happen.
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Why Design First

Fewer decisions made in the middle of construction

A measured plan gives everyone the same reference. It makes the relationships between grades, structures, stone, pools and planting visible before changes become expensive.

It also gives the build crew an exact working reference from layout through finishing.

On Site

What you can expect during the build

One point of responsibility

The design and construction teams work under the same company standard.

A protected property

Crews plan access, keep materials organized and clean the site as the work moves.

Work built to the drawing

The approved plan remains the reference from layout through finishing.