Patios

Even the best landscapes often require a thoughtful and attractive hardscape to render outdoor areas more usable. Yet, with so many inspiring options, where exactly do homeowners begin?

Patio & Hardscaping Services

It’s best to align custom patio and hardscaping plans from the start. Doing so ensures you have enough surface support for the hardscaping amenities you have in mind. Accessibility and seating are also important, as is how hardscaping complements your landscape and home.

Walkways

Thoughtfully planned walkways are the key to greater accessibility. They should strike a balance between form and function, and the materials should require minimal maintenance while complementing the other design elements.

Retaining Walls

Retaining walls create space for decorative foliage while supporting the eye’s tendency to detect patterns. They can also provide a pleasant sense of enclosure and are a smart way to manage accessibility.

Patios

From simple flat designs to multi-level structures, patios support endless customization. They can also integrate with firepits, outdoor kitchens, gazebos, and other features that expand a patio’s experiential value and function.

Custom Patio Installation

From conception to completion, patios aren’t built overnight. It requires careful planning and execution, and it all begins at the design stage.

The Design Process

• Initial consultation: Our patio experts will work directly with you to hear your ideas and show you the best options that match your needs.
• Concept development: Together, we design the custom patio with respect to your design goals and available space.
• Material selection: We draw all available resources to make your vision a reality, choosing materials that complement your home and landscape.
• Finalizing the design: Before work begins, the lead contractor sends the finished plans over for your approval.
• Cost estimates: We provide updated cost estimates throughout so homeowners know exactly what each feature will cost them.

The Importance of Professional Expertise

Hardscapes and custom patios involve nearly unlimited variables that are difficult or impossible to anticipate without extensive experience and the foresight that only comes from a committed professional.

Why Choose Ivy Creek Landscapes

We’ve dedicated years to creating unique outdoor escapes, based on our clients’ exact specifications. We know the best hardscapes require a keen eye for detail and the ability to conceptualize intricate plans. Further, we have the accolades and resources needed to provide a broader range of hardscaping options.

Other Services We Provide

We aren’t just masters of crafting unique outdoor patio escapes. Our pools and spas, ergonomic seating walls, and mesmerizing firepits are sure to keep you in the best of company, for endless summer nights. 

Discuss the Next Steps for Your Outdoor Living Vision

Ivy Creek Landscapes is known for stunning designs and expert craftsmanship in the Charlotte area, having earned nearly a half-dozen awards and trade certifications. It’s because we believe nothing raises the value of a home more than creating a more inviting and livable outdoor space. Contact us to schedule a free budgeting call, and discuss your outdoor living vision with our custom hardscape professionals.

Outdoor Patio & Hardscaping FAQ’s

• What does hardscape maintenance entail?
  Aside from simple routine cleaning, wood may need refinishing, and stonework could be pressure washed to maintain a like-new appearance. Sealcoats can reduce the time between maintenance work, and joint resanding prevents weeds from overtaking bricks and pavers.
• How does hardscaping differ from landscaping?
  Hardscapes comprise virtually any durable, man-made structure and design element, while landscaping focuses on the organic aspects of the land itself.
• Can I alter the design plans once work begins?
  That depends. You are always in control over your space, and we’re open to altering course. Be aware that the scope and nature of a redesign could carry cost adjustments, but we’re always happy to work with you to find a reasonable solution for work that’s underway.
• Who do I contact for customer support during my hardscape project?
  Discussing your concerns is often best done with the lead contractor. If for any reason you need further support, don’t hesitate to contact our support team.
• What materials are best for my patio or walkway?
  Pavers offer a simple and durable solution, and they’re easy to customize. Slab and stone lend a more sophisticated feel and all the more with travertine. For the most durable and permanent solution, consider solid concrete, which supports endless texture and color options.