Expansive Colorado Property Where Landscape Meets Luxury
Don’t let the massive boulders, locally-sourced stone slabs and naturalistic plantings throughout this magnificent outdoor space fool you: there are also creature comforts here, and a gourmet outdoor kitchen and cozy fire pit stand ready to welcome guests in style.

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Naturalistic Landscape With Stone Steps
These large stone steps gradually slope down the naturalistic, flower-filled landscape on this Colorado property. In keeping with the informal qualities of the property, mature trees and a carefully chosen plant palette compose and maintain the naturalistic setting.
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Expansive Garden with Firepit Patio
A stone pathway leads to the lower patio on this Colorado property - featuring a firepit, natural flagstone and an assortment of perennial plantings. The naturalistic landscape is filled with mature trees and towering evergreens. The backyard's grass is bold and green.
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Expansive Garden With Firepit Patio
Stone steps lead to a stone paver patio with an integrated firepit in this expansive backyard. The upper terrace is a vantage point that invites visitors from one level to another and offers views of the landscape, its scale and the depth of botanical plantings.
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Colorful Border Plantings Beside Pavers
A combination of salvia, dianthus and potentilla soften the natural edges of the flagstone patio. The colorful flowers make the perfect border for the large-format stone paver walkway. Between the pavers is creeping thyme that stays colorful throughout the entire year.
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Large Stone Pavers With Creeping Thyme
Large format pavers are seen with small plants growing in between them. Creeping thyme was planted between the stones for its ability to withstand light foot traffic, thrive with minimal watering and provide color and texture in summer, fall, winter and spring.
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Stone Slab Staircase With Flowers
Large, locally sourced stone slabs set amongst moss rock boulders connect the lower patio to the upper terrace and tie the landscape to its views of the foothills by creating a natural staircase. Purple flowering plants are planted around the steps, enhancing the natural look.
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Stacked Stone Staircase with Lighting
These illuminated steps are constructed using large-format cut stones. Accent lighting provides guidance and safety when traveling up and down the staircase and casts a ambient glow on the natural stone surface. The walkway makes the space look one with nature.
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Colorful Shrubs and Perennials Under Trees
Hydrangeas were used beneath the understory of many of the mature trees for their tolerance to shade. Perennials such as penstemon, yarrow and grasses, which are more conducive to our Colorado summers, were planted for their color and lower water requirements.
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White Hydrangea Blooms
A massing of Annabelle Hydrangea flowers all summer long among mature pines and ornamental trees. The white blooms pop against the bold green leaves.
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Stone Firepit with Landscape Lighting
A warm firepit and the illumination of landscape lighting provides a cozy atmosphere that can be enjoyed well into the evening and throughout different seasons. The firepit and chairs sit on a stone patio in an expansive backyard filled with naturalistic landscaping.
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Luxurious Outdoor Kitchen With Wet Bar and Refrigerator
The outdoor kitchen - complete with a 48-inch grill, side burners and a wireless smoker – is the culinary hub for an al fresco dining experience. Beneath the stone bartop is a hidden regrigerator with plenty of room for beverages and food items to use at the wet bar.
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Luxurious Integrated Outdoor Grill and Cooktop
This integrated grill and cooktop are the peak of luxury in outdoor cooking. The integration into the stone bar top make them look better than a standalone grill and make the space feel more cohesive. The side burners and sear zone enhance the outdoor cooking experience.
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Outdoor Beverage Station and Wet Bar
A wet bar with an ice bin and other accessories is integrated into this outdoor bar made of stone. The beverage station is a great amenity for entertaining and includes compartments for garnishes and mixers. The spot is an easy-to-clean and convenient installation.
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Outdoor Refrigerator with Drinks
Dual refrigerators provide storage and flexibility for a variety of food and beverage options in this outdoor kitchen. The refrigerator is integrated beneath the countertop to utilize the otherwise hard-to-use space. Beside the fridge is an outdoor wet bar sink.
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Photo By: Derek Johnson Visuals