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Fire + Water

Ed Ball Designs crafts a backyard oasis that beckons in the colder months

Ed Ball Designs devised a multi-use backyard in Great Falls, with spaces intended for year-round enjoyment. A covered deck and heated spa and pool beckon, while a gas-fueled fire table and separate wood-burning fire pit provide alternatives for gathering well into the off-season.

“A pool at the heart of the design offers a ‘vacation-at-home’ feel,” says principal Ed Ball. Multiple living areas, including lower and upper decks, are an extension of the home’s indoor spaces.

DESIGN FEATURES

  • Retaining walls are made of veneer Western Maryland fieldstone, complemented by Techo-Bloc pavers and wall caps
  • Seasonal interest comes from mass plantings of crape myrtle, flowering shrubs and perennials
  • A built-in kitchen features a grill, integrated fridge and granite countertop
  • The raised, heated spa, situated near the fire table, offers another option for enjoying the outdoors into the colder moths

Ed Ball Designs
At Ed Ball Designs, we create transformative landscapes that seamlessly blend disparate natural elements while creating bespoke designs that fulfill clients’ needs. Our design goals revolve around nurturing well-being, tranquility and joy in every project.
edballdesigns.com
703-433-1863

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