The Importance of Design in Backyard Construction

Taking on a backyard construction project can quickly become overwhelming if you’re not strategic about how you approach it. That’s why it’s smart to work with a design/build contractor or at least start with a finalized design from an architect or a landscape designer—it’ll streamline the process, help you control costs and set you up for better results.

When you gather bids based on different designs from multiple contractors, it becomes difficult to make a clear comparison. Each design might emphasize different features, use different materials or reflect a different vision entirely. In the end, you’re left comparing apples to oranges, which could lead to dissatisfaction with the final outcome.

Instead, start with one professional design that reflects your vision and priorities. Once you’ve finalized it, you can send it out for pricing and ensure each contractor is bidding on the same project. Instead of making design compromises to fit a particular builder’s comfort zone, you’ll end up with the backyard you actually envisioned.