ELBOW PARK EXTERIOR

KHS was invited back to reimagine the patios and entryway after the snow melted. The goal was to accommodate family and friends comfortably, while continuing to add depth and soul to the newly built home. Enhancing the outdoor space was naturally the next step in making this newly built home their own. We created an outdoor living concept aimed to evoke a relaxed, West Coast feel infused with classic European detailing- giving us a California by way of France aesthetic. 

 With floor-to-ceiling windows and doors offering a view to the patio, each added element was intentionally chosen to be beautiful from up close as well as cohesive and interesting from afar. Achieving a successful flow requires thoughtful connection between interior and exterior spaces. For this project, views to and from the living room, dining area, and kitchen were key, with each angle carefully considered to maintain authenticity. Referring to the interior’s design to ensure a seamless transition, allowing the eye to move naturally from inside to out, as if the spaces were one. 

Katie Hickman Studio created a series of one-of-a-kind clay pottery and concrete planters to grace the patios and entryway. Inspired by the (Wabi) Sabi philosophy, these handcrafted pieces reflect the beauty of time’s passage, capturing the organic elegance of objects aging, and changing, suggesting that beauty is hidden beneath the surface of what we are conditioned to see as perfect.

Light-colored lounge furniture, durable and resistant to sun-fading is arranged around the limestone fire pit, making the patio an inviting space for relaxed gatherings. Sunbrella cushions make the color choice feel practical. Katie Hickman Studio planters will be on display year-round as their sturdy composition withstands even the harshest winter temperatures. A trough water feature was designed from regional fallen granite and carved by a local craftsman. This custom fountain is installed in the garden outside the office windows to provide an opportunity for mindfulness in an otherwise busy zone.


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