Oakdale, Long Island, NY

The most important landscape goal for these homeowners in Oakdale, NY was getting the most out of their outdoor living space. Their backyard was designed for every indulgence of all four seasons on Long Island. The large vaulted roof structure and louvered pergola lengthens the use of their patio right into the winter season. The style of the indoor and outdoor spaces flow seamlessly together and the finishes capture their taste and style.

Objectives

Create a rustic traditional space that caries its theme from inside to outside.
Maximize the patio for all-year-round use.
Allow for open concept entertaining but define intimate spaces for the family away from everyday activities.

Challenges

Large wish list with confining town regulations.
Blending indoor textures, styles, and finishes into the outdoor space.
Creating a lounge to entice their young adult children to visit more often from college.

Features

Hot tub
Outdoor kitchen with Wolf Appliances
Gas fire pit and fireplace
Basketball half-court
Vaulted roof structure and pergola
SunBrite TV
Koi pond with waterfall