Multi-level Entertainment

Making the most of a sloped backyard.

Sometimes landscape and hardscape design can be a bit of a slippery slope. In the case of slanted and uneven backyards, the answer is often to grade the area and build a simple retaining wall. At Dex by Terra we ask “Why not rise to the occasion?”

Our clients in Norfolk, Massachusetts, came to us with a few requests. Remove their existing patio, create a fire pit area, and design an integrated pool house with an outdoor kitchen. The crux of this design was the client’s sloping backyard; however, by embracing the raised topography with an elevated fire pit that overlooked the entire outdoor living space, Dex by Terra derived a solution from the challenge itself.

Entertainment was very important to our clients, as was feeding their guests. Understanding this, the Dex by Terra team designed and positioned the pavilion and kitchen in such a way as to allow the grill master to greet guests as they entered the yard, and with a turn of their head, mingle with company already attending the party.

The french style travertine pool deck and patio offers plenty of square footage for the necessities of hosting a large group. The ample dining area, multiple lounge locations, and fire pit platform all offer unique views of the property while allowing guests to remain connected.