Patios, walkways and retaining walls, designed as part of the whole property.
Patios, walkways, driveways and walls set the shape of a landscape. They decide where water goes, how you move from the house to the garden, and how much room you have to sit, cook and gather. We design the hardscape as part of the whole property, then manage the build with trusted specialists, so the stonework looks right on day one and still sits level years later.
01 Patios
Natural stone, porcelain or concrete pavers, sized for how you actually use the space. A patio for a family of six needs more than 12 by 12 feet, plus room for the odd bigger gathering. We plan seating, dining and cooking areas together so the patio works as one outdoor room.
In Kirkendall, we paired antique black limestone with Techo-Bloc pavers and composite decking.
02 Walkways
A front walkway is the first thing guests use and the first thing a buyer notices. We set the line, width and steps so the path feels natural from the driveway to the door, and we plan lighting and planting along it.
More on entries in our front yard landscaping ideas.
03 Driveways
Interlocking pavers can last for decades when the base is built properly. Widening a driveway or replacing a front lawn with pavers is regulated in most GTA cities, so we check the local rules before the design is final.
Interlocking driveways start at $25 per square foot. See pricing.
04 Retaining Walls
On a sloped lot, the walls and steps decide what the rest of the yard can do. Sometimes the best answer is a different structure altogether.
On a steep Etobicoke backyard, a raised deck replaced a full retaining wall rebuild and saved about 65% on that part of the project.
Patios, walkways, decks and walls we have designed or built across Toronto and the GTA.
A natural stone patio, paver walkway, composite decking and a hot tub deck, built from another designer's plan.
A raised deck and boardwalk, plus a raised interlock patio with raised planters and retaining walls. Winner of a Permacon Elevation Award.
A new pool terrace, an outdoor kitchen and a pergola, laid out so the dining and pool areas finally work together.
Most hardscape problems begin before the first stone is laid. A design settles grades, drainage and levels on paper, where changes cost nothing.
Without set levels, water takes the easiest path, and that is often your foundation. The design fixes the slope and where the water goes before anything is dug.
Door, deck and ground heights rarely line up by chance. Drawings with elevations set every step and landing before the stone is ordered.
If a pool, outdoor kitchen or hot tub might come later, the patio has to leave room and access for it. We plan the whole yard now, even if you build it in phases.
A design gives every contractor the same drawings to price, so quotes can be compared fairly. On our Kirkendall project in Hamilton, the elevations on the original plan didn't match the site. We adjusted the layout on site with the homeowners and coordinated the change with the City inspector.
Freeze and thaw cycles, road salt and heavy snow are hard on paving. Material choice matters, and so does what sits underneath: the depth of the base, how it is compacted, and where the water goes.
We help you choose between natural stone, porcelain and concrete pavers based on how each one handles winter, how it looks next to your house, and how much care you want to give it.
Every project is priced from the design, so the scope is clear before construction starts.
3D views are available at an extra cost. For more detail, see our guide to landscaping costs in the GTA.
Four steps on every project. See our full landscape design and construction process.
We walk the property with you and look at grades, drainage, access and what you want the space to do. We also note anything that may need a permit, such as a retaining wall, a wider driveway or work near a ravine.
Drawings with levels, materials and dimensions, plus 3D views if you want them. Slopes, steps and drainage are settled on paper, where changes cost nothing.
A clear scope and price before anything is built, so you know what is included and what it will cost. Every contractor can price the same drawings.
We manage construction with trusted specialists and check the work as it goes in, starting with the base under the stone.
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We take the time to understand your property, priorities, and investment range before the design takes shape. You'll have a clear sense of what we're creating, where the budget is going, and how the project will come together.
We shape the design around how you live, your home, your site, and what matters most to you. Every idea is considered alongside budget, construction, and maintenance, so the landscape feels personal, distinctive, and realistic to build.
Permits, grading, budgets, scheduling, and construction can quickly become overwhelming. We manage the moving pieces to keep the project clear and organized, while guiding you through the decisions along the way.
We build with trusted specialists who bring deep expertise to every part of the project. Their craftsmanship helps preserve the intent behind each design decision. Together, we deliver a finished landscape with the quality and character you envisioned.
Every city has its own rules for walls, grading and driveways. We check them for your property during design.
Ravine lots and mature trees are common, so we check TRCA and ravine protection rules before planning walls, grading or fill.
Toronto lets some retaining walls under one metre go ahead without a building permit, but ravine lots have their own rules for grading and fill.
You can widen a driveway without a building permit, but zoning sets the width and how much soft landscaping has to stay.
Grading changes and work beyond the house footprint may need a Site Alteration Permit, and patios have to keep the lot's swales draining.
Properties near creeks or the escarpment may need Conservation Halton approval, so we confirm the rules for your lot during design.
Including Waterdown and Ancaster. Big changes to grades or hard surfaces can need a Site Alteration Permit, and a deck attached to the house needs a building permit.
It depends on the height of the wall, its location on the property, and the city regulations and bylaws. Taller walls, typically over 1 metre, usually need engineered drawings and a permit, and properties near ravines or slopes may also need conservation authority approval. We check the rules for your property during design.
Construction starts from about one week once materials are on site. A patio of around 1,000 square feet takes about a week, and bigger projects, tight access and weather add time. The Kirkendall front and backyard build, including the patio, walkway and decks, took two weeks.
Interlocking pavers are consistent, easy to repair one piece at a time, and come in many styles. Natural stone has more character and suits older and higher-end homes. We usually show both in the design so you can compare them on your own property.
Yes. We take on build-only projects when you already have drawings, as we did in Kirkendall.
We don't take on small repairs or maintenance. We do redesign and rebuild patios, walkways and walls that no longer work.
Two to three months ahead is a good rule, and three months if your project needs a permit. Winter is a good time to design, so you can be among the first projects booked when the ground thaws.
Tell us about your property and what you want it to do. We'll walk the site with you and show you where to start.
No pressure and no pitch. Just a conversation about your property.
