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Lakeside Patio

By: Barbara Ballinger
Landscape designer James M. Drzewiecki redesigns a terrace, giving the homeowners and guests a front row perch at water's edge.
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Before: Boring Patio

The backyard and existing concrete patio were dated and overgrown, and the house was separated from the lake by an enormous yew hedge.

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After: Lakeside Oasis

The railing at almost water's edge and the brick banding add a sense of enclosure for diners, a nice detail that adds more of a room feeling.

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Stunning Stonework

Brick borders and bluestone are laid in an intricate, visually rich design.

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Natural Gardens

Flowers and grasses spill over onto the terrace for a more naturalistic touch rather than being tightly contained.

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