Definitely design (how to create flow and destination and a 3D render). Second would be big picture, we know we have that for budget and e have to do phases. What makes sense in phase one vs phase 2 and how do you prevent a choppy at completion.
This series is perfectly timed. I found your channel looking for inspiration for outdoor kitchens but now I'm looking for backyard living. We already have a aprox. 1000 sqft. granite paver hard surface with a shade sail, BBQ and another 2000 sqft. lawn including play structure and trampoline for the kids. But it doesn't pull you out. We have a giant walnut tree reaching over our property covering almost 60% of our lawn area. This tree is curse and blessing providing shadow and atmosphere but also making dirty in fall and limiting the usability (No pool/pond/fire feature) of the covered space. How could such an area be incorporated in a backyard design? In another video you said: Find dead spaces and make it to a destination. That was a great tip. 100sqft of our hard surface were originally designed as a sun deck. But it's getting way to hot to enjoy this area in real life. I think this area can be converted to a fire pit area wich will be used mostly at night. Greetings from Germany!
My challenge is how to best utilize a long, narrow space to create flow and fit in all the areas we want (hot tub, fire pit, out door kitchen and eating area, etc.). And, how to get create with creating some privacy from the neighbors houses around ours.
Living in Chicago (suburb) made it a tough decision if investing money in an outdoor living space would be a smart thing to do. So I finally came up with my own design starting with the front landscape, hardscape product, color scheme, and a few sketches for the backyard layout. Believe it or not that was the easy part. The hard part became finding a contractor that replies back, doesn’t take months to provide an estimate, or will actually bring my design to life and not try talking me into just doing 20x20 slab. This has been going on since Jan/Feb and I’m starting to think about investing the money elsewhere in the home. I’ve been in sales most of my life and I’m starting to think I’m the customer no one wants to deal with 😂. I refuse to settle and hire a contractor still using out of date techniques, but also I’ve done tons of research and I know what I’m asking for isn’t a $70K project either.
For sure! This seems to be the new pandemic- lots of home owners wanting work but contractors to busy to help. Keep positive and keep searching. I know u will find the perfect team. Have a wonderful day
Yes it will change my life in a magnificent way. ❤ my 2 challenges are elevation sloping toward the house😢 need large dirt work but field lines are in the back yard. 2nd - I want to do raised moveable garden beds.
My issue is having trouble to find someone to show me a visual before I start...Flow, & placement for a huge backyard at least 1/2 acre. Which project should we start first or is it wise to do it all? Is the look I'm looking for is it the right style..trouble issue we have a easement that covers part of the yard..I'm drowning but still doing homework..its just the unsureness is heavy..I just don't want to be taking advantage of due to inflation..thanks for putting out videos its really helping with my homework
I put in a fiberglass pool this year on the side yard. I have to complete the pavers because they want a lot to do it. I want to add a larger covered patio in the back sign a putting green between the patio and pool. Cost is always the biggest fear to do it and how much it would cost to design! Here it’s cold n windy alot with a great summer but very short time.
I’m so happy u are doing all these items! U will love it but yes u have to have it in the right locations and cost is always the main thing to consider
Been subscribed for awhile now... every video is extremely helpful. Would love to get your help/advice... seems like most of the projects are done in Oregon.
For the last 3 years we have been doing projects all over the country and world. I have only filmed the ones from New Jersey, Australia, and Thailand but we are creating designs that become finished spaces all the time now. You will definitely see more soon.
I love the ideas of destinations. I’ve made a cover structure Wanting to add a fire pit area with seating but the only area I have (very small back yard) is this 12x14 area right next to my back neighbor and they have very big aggressive dogs that bark a lot (especially if our little dog is out with us.) I’m worried about scaring guest putting seating there Also I don’t have natural gas and want to have a propane option but would like to have the tank off to the side instead under the pit (reduce the height) options ?
Great comment. Any chance u can crest a privacy screen between u and your neighbor? Also maybe a waterfeature as that will drown out some of the noise between the spaces.
@@BackyardDesignGuy thank you that’s a great idea on the water feature I have to make a very long privacy wall but agreed that’s probably the best option.
We have a new construction home with a backyard that is a hill so it would require retaining walls. That is a bit overwhelming to me (cost and less DIY). We also have an 8’ county easement running along the entire back adjacent to our deck. We also have wetlands adjacent to our property line.
I'm looking for outdoor living space in FL, right now we have a 20 x 16 slab out side of our screened lanai. I would love, a dining area, grilling area, living area, fire pit/place . There is a dry pond behind our home so we have space between rear neighbors. I'm thinking screened in area with also a clear cover so we can be outside and not get wet. I need help!
My house is located on the center of the u shape of a cul da sac. I have a triangular back yard. I’m totally lost on how to deal with all the geometry of it. Secondly trying to figure out how to link the 2 backyards in the back of the house.
My 2 biggest issues is trying use the existing patio slab to keep cost down and positioning/design the BBQ area close to the driveway because we only have a side door. Plus it a small backyard with a detached garage taking up half
Ok problems with what you call backyard in England it’s cold and damp most of the year. But I’m an outdoor person but I can’t cope with the cold and damp…what can you consider and offer to combat these problems that you may not have had to consider?
Hi Micah. Placement, size and weather. I live in a suburban subdivision of Chicago and literally have from mid June until maybe mid October to enjoy our 1/4 acre rectangle backyard with neighbors surrounding and looking down on us. We have a 600sf two tier cedar deck unattached and 12x16 concrete patio. Deck and patio is length/width of the house and deck is off dining room. If money was no object, I would hire you vs diy.
Copy that! I am confident I can help. I will have a membership site coming soon where I will be able to work with my membership community and help them through the whole process. I feel like you would be a great candidate for that. Have a wonderful day
We design in 3d so you or a contractor can see how everything looks finished. You will need to hire a local engineer for anything that requires engineering or permitting. The permits should come after the design is complete and the engineering…. If u are working with a contractor consider using him to procure the permits
Truly you helped me a lot . today am enjoying my outdoor living , did it myself like pro . Thank u for that
I LOVE TO HEAR THIS! Maybe sometime I can share your experience with my CZcams community? Thank u again for this comment
Thank you. I really love your designs it makes perfect sense . I chose one of your designes And it is my dream to come true. 🙏God bless you ❤️
Definitely placement!
Definitely design (how to create flow and destination and a 3D render). Second would be big picture, we know we have that for budget and e have to do phases. What makes sense in phase one vs phase 2 and how do you prevent a choppy at completion.
Just submitted our plans to the city....wish us luck...lol! THANK YOU FOR THE AMAZING DESIGN!!!!
Yay! Let me know if I can help in ANY WAY? I’m excited for u to begin the next stage of your new backyard ❤️
This series is perfectly timed. I found your channel looking for inspiration for outdoor kitchens but now I'm looking for backyard living. We already have a aprox. 1000 sqft. granite paver hard surface with a shade sail, BBQ and another 2000 sqft. lawn including play structure and trampoline for the kids. But it doesn't pull you out. We have a giant walnut tree reaching over our property covering almost 60% of our lawn area. This tree is curse and blessing providing shadow and atmosphere but also making dirty in fall and limiting the usability (No pool/pond/fire feature) of the covered space. How could such an area be incorporated in a backyard design?
In another video you said: Find dead spaces and make it to a destination. That was a great tip.
100sqft of our hard surface were originally designed as a sun deck. But it's getting way to hot to enjoy this area in real life. I think this area can be converted to a fire pit area wich will be used mostly at night.
Greetings from Germany!
I'm excited to see this video series! Even though I'm done with part of our project I can easily modify my plans for what we haven't built yet.
I’m excited too. Thank u for watching
Your vids are amazing, exactly what I have been looking for
Yay! Thank u
My challenge is how to best utilize a long, narrow space to create flow and fit in all the areas we want (hot tub, fire pit, out door kitchen and eating area, etc.). And, how to get create with creating some privacy from the neighbors houses around ours.
Love this comment Doug. I’ll do my best to help u with this
I fear biting off more than I can chew, my back isn't great but I often forget that when I start a project.
You can do it. Just take it one step at a time 😁
Living in Chicago (suburb) made it a tough decision if investing money in an outdoor living space would be a smart thing to do. So I finally came up with my own design starting with the front landscape, hardscape product, color scheme, and a few sketches for the backyard layout. Believe it or not that was the easy part. The hard part became finding a contractor that replies back, doesn’t take months to provide an estimate, or will actually bring my design to life and not try talking me into just doing 20x20 slab. This has been going on since Jan/Feb and I’m starting to think about investing the money elsewhere in the home. I’ve been in sales most of my life and I’m starting to think I’m the customer no one wants to deal with 😂. I refuse to settle and hire a contractor still using out of date techniques, but also I’ve done tons of research and I know what I’m asking for isn’t a $70K project either.
For sure! This seems to be the new pandemic- lots of home owners wanting work but contractors to busy to help. Keep positive and keep searching. I know u will find the perfect team. Have a wonderful day
Yes it will change my life in a magnificent way. ❤ my 2 challenges are elevation sloping toward the house😢 need large dirt work but field lines are in the back yard. 2nd - I want to do raised moveable garden beds.
Sounds great. Yes… u have some design dilemmas… I may need to be involved with a 1 on 1 or a 3d design to help you out.
My issue is having trouble to find someone to show me a visual before I start...Flow, & placement for a huge backyard at least 1/2 acre. Which project should we start first or is it wise to do it all? Is the look I'm looking for is it the right style..trouble issue we have a easement that covers part of the yard..I'm drowning but still doing homework..its just the unsureness is heavy..I just don't want to be taking advantage of due to inflation..thanks for putting out videos its really helping with my homework
I put in a fiberglass pool this year on the side yard. I have to complete the pavers because they want a lot to do it. I want to add a larger covered patio in the back sign a putting green between the patio and pool. Cost is always the biggest fear to do it and how much it would cost to design! Here it’s cold n windy alot with a great summer but very short time.
I’m so happy u are doing all these items! U will love it but yes u have to have it in the right locations and cost is always the main thing to consider
Been subscribed for awhile now... every video is extremely helpful. Would love to get your help/advice... seems like most of the projects are done in Oregon.
For the last 3 years we have been doing projects all over the country and world. I have only filmed the ones from New Jersey, Australia, and Thailand but we are creating designs that become finished spaces all the time now. You will definitely see more soon.
I love the ideas of destinations. I’ve made a cover structure
Wanting to add a fire pit area with seating but the only area I have (very small back yard) is this 12x14 area right next to my back neighbor and they have very big aggressive dogs that bark a lot (especially if our little dog is out with us.) I’m worried about scaring guest putting seating there
Also I don’t have natural gas and want to have a propane option but would like to have the tank off to the side instead under the pit (reduce the height) options ?
Great comment. Any chance u can crest a privacy screen between u and your neighbor? Also maybe a waterfeature as that will drown out some of the noise between the spaces.
@@BackyardDesignGuy thank you that’s a great idea on the water feature
I have to make a very long privacy wall but agreed that’s probably the best option.
YES!!!!!
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We have a new construction home with a backyard that is a hill so it would require retaining walls. That is a bit overwhelming to me (cost and less DIY). We also have an 8’ county easement running along the entire back adjacent to our deck. We also have wetlands adjacent to our property line.
Yes, I def see some challenges to your new space! U can do it via DIY or maybe a Design
I'm looking for outdoor living space in FL, right now we have a 20 x 16 slab out side of our screened lanai. I would love, a dining area, grilling area, living area, fire pit/place . There is a dry pond behind our home so we have space between rear neighbors. I'm thinking screened in area with also a clear cover so we can be outside and not get wet. I need help!
drainage and privacy
Thank u 🙏
The design is the most challenging, since we have a narrow but long back yard but we don't want to block the view of the woods at the end.
Copy that! I have done many similar projects. I’ll try to go over one in a future video. Thank u for commenting
Thanks dude 🍺🍻🥴
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My house is located on the center of the u shape of a cul da sac. I have a triangular back yard. I’m totally lost on how to deal with all the geometry of it. Secondly trying to figure out how to link the 2 backyards in the back of the house.
That’s a tough one… u may need a design for that one
Personally the two main issues I see in doing my backyard is not knowing how to design frankly and also the budget (fear of going over budget).
Thank you for letting us know 👍
My 2 biggest issues is trying use the existing patio slab to keep cost down and positioning/design the BBQ area close to the driveway because we only have a side door.
Plus it a small backyard with a detached garage taking up half
I’ll do what I can to help with these problems 🤙
Ok problems with what you call backyard in England it’s cold and damp most of the year. But I’m an outdoor person but I can’t cope with the cold and damp…what can you consider and offer to combat these problems that you may not have had to consider?
Super tough one… we have a similar climate but probably a little warmer in the summer. What’s the size of your garden?
Hi Micah. Placement, size and weather. I live in a suburban subdivision of Chicago and literally have from mid June until maybe mid October to enjoy our 1/4 acre rectangle backyard with neighbors surrounding and looking down on us. We have a 600sf two tier cedar deck unattached and 12x16 concrete patio. Deck and patio is length/width of the house and deck is off dining room. If money was no object, I would hire you vs diy.
Copy that! I am confident I can help. I will have a membership site coming soon where I will be able to work with my membership community and help them through the whole process. I feel like you would be a great candidate for that. Have a wonderful day
Do your designs include an engineering design if you have a slope and pool? At what point should I get permits?
We design in 3d so you or a contractor can see how everything looks finished. You will need to hire a local engineer for anything that requires engineering or permitting. The permits should come after the design is complete and the engineering…. If u are working with a contractor consider using him to procure the permits
What the cost would be for a backyard design?
It depends on the size of the space. I’ll have another video coming out tomorrow with links to pricing for u. Thank u for the comment. Have a nice day
The design and placement of the items and the construction of the items we want in our area.
Copy that! Thank if for this info
1. Proper utilization of space
2. Cost
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Thank u 🙏
Placement and cost
Copy that! Thank u for this comment
My biggest concern is finding a capable local contractor and pricing
What part of the country do you live in?
@@BackyardDesignGuy SE Virginia