A couple sits by a fire pit on a stone patio, enjoying the view

Metchosin

Lagoon Lookout

A small space is all we needed to create a cozy outdoor seating area overlooking the scenic Esquimalt Lagoon.

Stone steps lead to a patio, with two chairs and a fire pit

The Vision

Wanting to enjoy their spectacular view, the owners asked us to design a mortared slate patio with room for a fire pit and four Adirondack chairs. To achieve a natural look, we incorporated very large softly rounded boulders into our design, so that the patio seemingly sits on these large, eye-catching rocks protruding from the base.

Stone steps lead to a patio, with two chairs and a fire pit

Our Process

After clearing the area, we individually selected and placed the large boulders ensuring the grades would allow for the profile of the boulders and the stone wall behind. We screened the unsightly existing cement wall with specimen size Viburnum “Pink Dawn” and the view of the garage with a planting of a Cedar hedge. Two trees, including a new specimen size Japanese Maple, replace the old one with a tall enough single stem, so as to not impede the view.

two chairs sit by a fire pit under a leafy tree

The Details

Hanging lights, path lights, and wall lights, including spotlights in the Viburnum, create an enchanting environment.

stone stairs lead to a raise patio, where two chairs sit by a fire pit

The Details

Sealing the patio and boulders allows the stone to look wet even when dry, showing their best colours.

Before: a shot of the property before landscaping
two chairs sit by a fire pit under a leafy tree
Before: a shot of the property before landscaping
A couple sits by a fire pit on a stone patio, enjoying the view
two chairs sit by a fire pit under a leafy tree
  • “Working with Marty and Catherine was a delight. They clearly listened to our vision and made it happen. We love our new space. So glad we went ahead with the project.”

    – Alyse C., Metchosin

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