Cottage Patio
The Challenge
Complete this extensive patio and landscaping project in time for a family wedding. Coordinate shoreline construction plans and secure approval from DNR.
Three generations of DeLeers have supplied exemplary workmanship to us and our family. They have been a delight to work with. Every contact with their people has been fun. They are always honest, always fair, always timely with their service together with up-to-date industry information.
-DeLeers Customer
The Project
The 1,000-square foot deck follows the bowed profile of this bay-front home. In an innovative combination, Trex composite decking was inserted into stone-covered foundation walls, creating a strikingly natural yet polished look.
To accommodate DNR requests, a plan for waterside steps in the retaining wall was altered, using a sloping grass ramp instead. DeLeers coordinated the DNR approval process, reaching an acceptable design several weeks after construction was scheduled to begin.
Despite delays, construction and landscaping teams pitched in to finish this project on time, finalizing last details until midnight before the reception. Pathways, temporarily mulched for the celebration, were later completed with hardscaping.
The Team
DeLeers Construction, Lizer Landscaping, Friese Mier Interiors.
Specialty Features
- Combination Trex decking & poured foundation
- Large native limestone rocks for retaining walls
