Complete Outdoor Living Transformation in Bel Air, MD
From a Backyard Patio to an Expansive Outdoor Living Space.
What began as a new backyard patio grew into a three-stage renovation featuring a split-level paver patio, curved seating walls, a sunroom addition, custom masonry outdoor kitchen, landscape lighting and matching front walkway.
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What Started as a Backyard Patio Became a Complete Outdoor Living Transformation
The homeowners originally contacted Harvest Outdoor Living about installing a new paver patio at their Calvary Road property in Bel Air, Maryland. Their main concerns were drainage, changes in elevation and how the finished backyard would look. Through our landscape design process, we developed 2D plans and 3D renderings to help them visualize the space before construction began.
As the project progressed, the homeowners decided to expand their plans. What began as a patio became a three-stage renovation incorporating a sunroom addition, masonry outdoor kitchen, matching front paver walkway and integrated landscape lighting. Each addition was planned to complement the original hardscaping and create a connected outdoor living space.
- Approximately 1,000 sq. ft. split-level paver patio
- Curved seating walls and four masonry columns
- Custom sunroom addition and outdoor kitchen
- Matching front walkway and landscape lighting
See the Vision Before Construction Begins
Before construction started, our team prepared 2D plans and 3D landscape renderings to help the homeowners visualize their new outdoor living space. The design process allowed us to work through patio elevations, drainage, seating wall placement and material selections while showing how the completed hardscaping would complement the home.
These plans also helped coordinate the sunroom addition, raised patio and outdoor kitchen as the project expanded. Our professional landscape design services help homeowners explore different layouts before building, while our online landscape visualizer offers a way to experiment with ideas using a photograph of their own property.
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A 1,000 Sq. Ft. Split-Level Paver Patio
The first stage involved constructing an approximately 1,000-square-foot paver patio with multiple elevations, curved seating walls and four masonry columns. The layout created connected gathering areas while addressing the drainage and elevation concerns that originally brought the homeowners to Harvest.
Coordinated paver materials, curved masonry details and integrated landscape lighting brought the design together. The finished patio became the primary outdoor entertaining area and provided the foundation for the additions that followed.
- Approximately 1,000 sq. ft. of paver patio
- Split-level design with connected gathering areas
- Curved seating walls and four masonry columns
- Integrated lighting and drainage considerations
A New Sunroom for Dining and Family Gatherings
During the renovation, the homeowners expressed interest in adding a sunroom that could serve as a dining room for family gatherings. Harvest supplied the design and permitting, then completed the new addition with hardwood flooring and custom interior trim.
We also developed a coordinated hardscape plan to connect the sunroom to the existing backyard patio. An oversized natural stone porch landing, matching steps and a raised paver area created a transition between the new addition and the original outdoor living space.
- Sunroom design and permitting
- Hardwood flooring and custom interior trim
- Oversized natural stone porch landing
- Raised patio and matching natural stone steps
A Custom Masonry Outdoor Kitchen
The third stage introduced a fully masonry-built outdoor kitchen island equipped with a built-in grill, refrigerator and storage drawers. Positioned alongside the patio and sunroom, the kitchen provides a dedicated cooking area within easy reach of the outdoor gathering spaces.
The island and porch risers were finished with a custom combination of irregular natural stone veneer, natural limestone coping and quartzite countertops. The work also included landscape lighting and backyard grading to help direct water away from the finished outdoor living areas.
- Full masonry outdoor kitchen island
- Built-in grill, refrigerator and storage drawers
- Custom irregular natural stone veneer
- Limestone coping and quartzite countertops
A Matching Paver Walkway for the Front of the Home
The homeowners also wanted to replace their front sidewalk to match the new backyard patio. Harvest installed a coordinating paver walkway featuring gentle curves, contrasting border details and integrated landscape lighting.
Carrying the same materials and design details to the front of the property helped connect the home's entrance with the larger renovation. The finished walkway complements the backyard hardscaping while providing a welcoming approach to the home.
- Coordinated paver colors and materials
- Curved walkway with contrasting border
- Integrated landscape lighting
The Calvary Road Transformation
What began as a backyard patio became a complete outdoor living renovation. From the curved masonry seating walls and landscape lighting to the new sunroom and outdoor kitchen, each addition was designed to complement the home and bring the entire property together.
Have a Bigger Vision for Your Backyard?
Whether you're planning a custom paver patio, outdoor kitchen or complete backyard renovation, Harvest Outdoor Living can help you explore the possibilities for your property in Bel Air and throughout Harford County, Maryland.