Backyard Opera Stage

An opera singer's backyard is made over into a multifunctional space for entertaining and singing.

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Filed under: Backyard, Pergolas, Makeover

Before

Christine Katzenmaier is an opera singer who always wanted to give an outdoor concert. She doesn't know that her dream will become a reality as her singing partner, Jahna, and husband, Michael, have arranged for Outer Spaces and designer Alexandra Boyd to transform the Katzenmaiers' backyard into a multifunctional space for entertaining and singing with an Old World theme.

Christine particularly dislikes her drab patio. It lacks color and is non-artistic, which is not at all fitting with her personality or lifestyle.

This side wall is boring and offers no interest in the garden.

Alexandra's plan includes a patio for al fresco dining or opera performances. An "orchestra pit" made of stepping stones with speakers and lights hidden in rocks is just below it with a grassy area for the audience just beyond.

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