Designing an English Countryside Yard in the Utah Mountains
How do you design a luxury backyard with mountain views? Designing a luxury backyard with mountain views starts by working with the property’s natural topography, preserving important sightlines, and carefully positioning gathering spaces around the landscape. This English countryside-inspired Utah project demonstrates how thoughtful planning can complement the home’s architecture while helping homeowners enjoy the […]
Foxterra Design Featured in Private Air Magazine’s Design & Architecture Section
Key Takeaways: — Private Air featured Stone Grotto. The article highlights one of Foxterra’s most immersive backyard transformations and explores the design philosophy behind the project. — The project focuses on experience. Water, fire, architecture, lighting, and privacy work together to create a resort-inspired environment within a suburban neighborhood. — Luxury outdoor design continues to […]
The Hidden Factors That Drive Backyard Construction Costs
What factors affect backyard construction costs?The biggest factors that affect backyard construction costs are the amount of space being developed, whether the property is flat or on a hillside, the size and complexity of the swimming pool, engineered structures such as cantilevered patio covers, and how different features are integrated together. While homeowners often focus […]
5 Outdoor Design Styles to Inspire Your Backyard Transformation
Key Takeaways: One of the best ways to start gathering ideas for your backyard is by identifying the types of outdoor spaces you’re naturally drawn to. — Design styles provide inspiration. Exploring different styles can help you understand the materials, environments, and overall feeling you want to create. — Inspiration comes from many places. Travel, architecture, resorts, restaurants, and homes you’ve admired over the years often influence what you […]
3 Ways to Make a Small Backyard Feel Bigger
Key Takeaways: A small yard can work exceptionally well when every feature earns its place and the design is tailored to how the space will actually be used. — Edit your wish list first. Trying to fit every desired feature into a compact yard often leads to a crowded design and a higher budget. — Pay attention to scale. Smaller furniture, plants, and […]
Foxterra Featured in Architectural Digest’s “38 Outdoor Fire Pit Ideas to Transform Your Backyard”
Key Takeaways: — Design around the gathering. The most successful fire pits are sized and positioned around how people actually use the space.— Think beyond the flame. Seating, circulation, lighting, and views are just as important as the fire feature itself.— Fire and water work together. Combining both elements creates a resort-inspired outdoor environment.— Make […]
Foxterra Featured in Forbes’ “Incorporate These Outdoor Entertaining Trends In Your Backyard Design”
Key Takeaways: — Fire features encourage connection. Fireplaces and fire pits naturally bring people together and create spaces centered around conversation. — Outdoor spaces should work after sunset. Thoughtful lighting and fire features help homeowners enjoy their yard later into the evening. — Comfort drives outdoor use. The most successful outdoor environments give people a […]
Luxury Front Yard Designs That Make a Strong First Impression
Key Takeaways: Your front yard shapes how the entire property feels before anyone even steps inside. The best entrances feel connected to the architecture, intentional in their material choices, and immersive from the moment you arrive. — A strong front entrance starts with the architecture. The landscaping, lighting, materials, and driveway should support the home […]
What Makes an Outdoor Space Memorable?
Key Takeaways: Outdoor design has the potential to influence how people use and enjoy their home long after construction is finished. — Look beyond individual features. The most memorable projects give homeowners more reasons to spend time outside. — Think about everyday life. How you relax, entertain, gather, and spend time at home should influence every major design decision. […]
There’s Something Instantly Calming About This Timeless Austin Backyard
Key Takeaways: This project works because the design decisions were grounded in the conditions of the property instead of trying to force something onto the space. — Symmetry creates timelessness. Mirror-image layouts help outdoor spaces feel balanced and intentional, regardless of the design style. — Working with the slope strengthened the design. Instead of hiding the grade change, the […]