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Crystal Ridge – Property Transformation in Phases Landscape Design & Installation in Howard County & Carroll County, MD

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The Most Stunning Properties
are Perfected Over Time

As a homeowner, your landscape vision can evolve and grow over time, and that is okay!

When your needs change or you want to enhance your space with new features such as a pool, deck, outdoor structure, or other addition, our landscape designers in Howard County can help. We offer a full range of landscape services, whether you’re installing a landscape for a brand new build or updating and renovating an existing property.

In our featured Crystal Ridge project, we began this complex landscape transformation over a decade ago, constantly evolving landscape design elements that not only complemented the elevation changes of the property itself, but also met the needs of the homeowners.

During the initial phase, we renovated this property with a spectacular pool design. Five years later, we revisited the needs of the homeowner to add on a complete outdoor kitchen, custom paver driveway, and covered composite deck. By working in phases, we’ve continually enhanced the property to reflect the homeowners’ growing vision.

Here we will show the changes of this property over different phases of construction, from its humble beginnings to its breathtaking design today.

Interested in enhancing your property? If you need help planning your dream landscape, contact us today to schedule a design consultation.

Crystal Ridge Featured Project by Absolute Landscape & Turf Services

 

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Phase 1: From Blank Slate to Outdoor Retreat

This project began with a blank slate; a vast, natural backyard with endless possibilities. The goal in the first phase of this landscape renovation project was to establish the core elements that would enhance the property’s natural beauty, all while fulfilling the client’s vision for a stunning outdoor space. Phase 1 introduced a remodeled composite deck to connect the indoor and outdoor living spaces, and a cozy outdoor fireplace.

By focusing on landscape renovations that celebrate the natural beauty of the surroundings, we further enhanced this space with natural stone accents and pathways to make separate outdoor living spaces, a custom-designed outdoor shed, and improved the landscape with different beds throughout. We were even able to bring some of these natural elements and improvements to the inside of the home by updating the interior basement space, bar, and fireplace area.

This phase set the stage for the complete transformation, laying a strong foundation for the landscape that Crystal Ridge would become.

 

Phase 2: Expanding Outdoor Living Opportunities

We revisited this property along with the homeowners’ needs, creating a new plan to enhance the usable outdoor living space even further.

First, a pavilion-style cover was added over the deck. It was designed to fully integrate with the home’s existing architecture, which gave the impression that it was always part of the original design. This roof extension created a sheltered outdoor space that could be enjoyed even in inclement weather.

The updated deck included an outdoor dining space and a separate conversational lounge for increased outdoor entertaining options.

Next, a luxurious pool space was created. The pool space featured a tanning ledge and a natural stone diving rock. The surrounding patio space was designed with stunning natural stone pavers, retaining walls with built-in planters for landscaping, and a green area with artificial grass offering plenty of room for outdoor games and entertaining poolside.

These new outdoor living spaces were the perfect addition for these homeowners until their needs changed once again.

 

Phase 3: Enhancing & Expanding

In the third phase of this project, we took the landscape to new heights, by building on the strong foundation established in Phases 1 and 2. This phase was all about evolving the homeowner’s vision to create a more functional and cohesive space. It began with an expansion of the home with an exterior addition, where our team added all new patio spaces, a driveway with custom pavers, and a breezeway that connects the main house to the new outdoor structure, a multipurpose space that includes a garage, bathroom, and shower for the pool, and additional space for an office and home gym.

The area surrounding the garage received a complete makeover, including relocating the original shed outdoor structure design further down the property. Watch our video to see our team in action!

One of the standout features of this phase was the addition of a new outdoor kitchen complete with a pizza oven. Positioned perfectly between the existing deck and new landscaping, this outdoor cooking area is convenient to the home’s interior and exterior living spaces and great for entertaining. The deck itself received additional renovations to better match with the homes newly painted exterior. We also made landscape renovation updates around the pool and throughout the property to bring continuity and harmony to the previously added elements. The result? A beautifully integrated outdoor living space.

 

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The Crystal Ridge project is a testament to the power of vision and a commitment to excellence in landscape design that has spanned over a decade! Ready to transform your property with a landscape design that grows with you? Contact our landscape design company today to explore how our expert team can bring your vision to life!

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Transform your landscape into a masterpiece with Absolute Landscape & Turf Services. Let us help you embark on your landscaping journey, one phase at a time, ensuring your outdoor space keeps evolving along with your dreams.

Find out why so many of our clients in Dayton, Clarksville, Glenwood, Ellicott City, Sykesville, Howard County, Carroll County, MD, and the surrounding areas have continued to work with us for years. Reach out to our team and start planning your landscaping today.

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