Mr. C and Mrs. M, both architects and teachers, were looking to add outdoor living space to their backyard. They had added a contemporary addition to the back of their home, and were looking for a way to transition from inside the home to living space in the backyard. They were also interested in capturing rain water from their roof and dealing with it sustainably.

We worked together to design a deck that transitions from the interior space into an outdoor living area surrounded by gardens. A gravel patio provided additional area for seating and a durable surface for their dog Many to run on. A long runnel moves water from the downspouts into the rain garden where it can be discharge back into the groundwater. The space is often used for parties which spill over easily from inside to outside.