About a decade ago, outdoor living spaces typically consisted of a patio, a grill and a few chairs.
Today, they’ve become extensions of the home, with many incorporating kitchens, fireplaces, sound systems, lighting, pools, shade structures and more.
Several contractors from across the United States told Lawn & Landscape they received more requests for outdoor living space jobs in 2017. In addition, they said homeowners were more willing to spend money on improving the look of outdoor living spaces.
“It’s becoming more mainstream that everyone hires a designer,” says Freyja Kendrick, design install manager at Dig Right In Landscaping near Chicago. “They want pergolas, patios and fire pits. They’re willing to pay for design.”
Read the full story from the January issue here.
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