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 […]
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. […]
Most People Would Try to Hide This Wall. We Made It the Focal Point.
Key Takeaways: A backyard like this works when the limitations are used as part of the design instead of something to work around. — Use utility elements as a design feature. Retaining walls can define the space when they’re given texture, depth, and purpose. — Layer the space vertically. Elevation changes, planters, and sunken areas make a small yard feel larger. — Bring in lighting early. It changes how the space feels at night and adds depth you don’t get during the day. — Focus on […]
How We Design Backyards That Get Used Every Day
Key Takeaways: Many homeowners start by thinking about what they want to include in their backyard. But our team at Foxterra takes a step back and starts by thinking about the outdoor space as a whole. — Think about how you want to use your outdoor space. Consider where you’ll spend time, how your family […]
Foxterra Featured in Architectural Digest’s “62 Outdoor Kitchen Ideas for Luxury Backyard Living”
Key Takeaways: Outdoor kitchens like the ones featured in Architectural Digest reflect how these spaces are now being used as a core part of the home, not just an add-on. — Make it part of how the space functions. In the projects shown, the kitchen isn’t off to the side. It’s where people gather, cook, […]
Luxury Patio Covers That Change How You Use Your Yard
Key Takeaways: A well-designed patio cover sets the tone for how a yard is used and enjoyed throughout the year. — Design for use, not just looks. A patio cover should support shade, comfort, and flexibility in everyday living. — Material choices shape the mood. Wood, metal, or a combination can dramatically change how a space feels. — Plan for […]
6 Yards With Luxury Fire Features And Resort Vibes
Key Takeaways: A fire feature can change the whole feel of an outdoor space, but it looks different in every yard. In these projects, fire becomes part of the architecture of the space, sometimes subtle, sometimes bold, always intentional. — Fire as the focal point. In several of these yards, the fire feature is the moment your eye lands […]