Column: A space has that capacity and more

Some outdoor living spaces have more capacity than others. Capacity to drive future spaces and how they are imagined, designed and lived in. The attention to detail on this deck, stone columns, exposed aggregate path slabs and especially the pergola, is stately and punctuated. This is space has that capacity, and more.

As is often the case, shade was a dependable part of the conversation, as was craftsmanship, color, drama and viewpoints. The overhead pergola is like none we have created and completely driven by Mr. Grisham’s brilliant design. The tapered corner columns that effortlessly “grow” from the natural stone pillars have a distinct craftsman style echoed from the interior of the exquisitely detailed home.

Doubled 2”×12” manufactured beams were required to confidently span the distance between columns and carry the beautifully rugged 4”×8” overhead lumber. The beams were subsequently wrapped with cedar producing massive 6”×14” stately beams. For shade, additional 4”×4” units were layered on top which choreograph into perfect squares, boxed overhead. Simple beveled end details were anything but simple to produce and again repeated home details.

The framed lake views are magnificent and championed with recessed lighting, prompting the entire space to glow at night. It is an outdoor room. A Green Egg and separate grill are employed often and the new patio furniture, cushions and wall art were carefully planned – and the details show!

Mrs. Grisham said, “We love the additional living space provided by our new deck and pergola. The hardscape complements the style of the house, which together with the new landscape beds, provide a vibrant and functional access to the deck.”