A Backyard Retreat
Darien, Connecticut
This property is situated on a generous lot, but wetlands setbacks dramatically reduced the usable area. Through thoughtful design and careful planning, Odd Job Landscaping created the ideal backyard getaway in a limited space. A masonry walkway and flowering shrubs create a welcoming entry sequence to the home, but the true splendor of the property is revealed at the back of the house. A spectacular pool is surrounded by a bluestone patio which connects directly to the house, courtesy of a new exterior door. From the pool, linear pavers set into the grass create a soft connection between the pool and a new, elevated patio. The patio offers generous entertaining space, with a 36-inch Lynx grill for outdoor cooking. Sitting walls of Connecticut fieldstone provide casual perches along the edge of the patio and adjacent to its stunning outdoor fireplace, which features a four-inch-thick, hand-hewn wood mantel. The entire yard is surrounded by native trees and perennial plantings, providing privacy and year-round visual interest.