At Grounded Landscape Designs, we believe that your outdoor space should be more than just a yard—it should be an extension of your home, a place where you can relax, entertain, and connect with nature. With our expert outdoor living space designs in Wellington, CO, we can transform your property into a functional and beautiful retreat that enhances your lifestyle.

The Benefits of Outdoor Living Spaces

Outdoor living spaces offer numerous benefits beyond aesthetics. Whether you want a cozy backyard retreat, an elegant entertainment area, or a multi-functional landscape, investing in professional design can elevate your outdoor experience. Some key benefits include:

  • Increased Home Value: Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces enhance property value and appeal.
  • Extended Living Space: Enjoy an outdoor living room to entertain and relax outside your home.
  • Health & Wellness: Spending time outdoors promotes mental and physical well-being.
  • Sustainable Living: Thoughtful designs incorporate native plants and eco-friendly features.
  • Low Maintenance: Smart landscaping choices reduce upkeep while maintaining beauty.

Custom Outdoor Living Space Solutions

Our team specializes in creating tailored outdoor environments that suit your needs and preferences. We incorporate high-quality materials, durable construction, and innovative design elements to ensure lasting beauty and functionality. Our services include: Our services

1. Patios & Walkways

A well-designed patio serves as the foundation of your outdoor living area. Whether you envision a spacious open patio for gatherings or a quaint covered patio for morning coffee, we customize solutions with natural stone, pavers, and concrete options. Walkways seamlessly connect different areas of your landscape, enhancing both function and aesthetics.

2. Fire Pits, Outdoor Fireplaces & Seating Areas

Nothing brings people together like the warmth of a fire. A custom-built fire pit or outdoor fireplace adds ambiance, making your outdoor space enjoyable year-round. Paired with comfortable seating areas, these features create a welcoming environment for relaxation and socializing. Nothing brings people together like the warmth of a fire. A custom-built fire pit adds ambiance, making your outdoor space enjoyable year-round. Paired with comfortable seating areas, these features create a welcoming environment for relaxation and socializing.

3. Retaining Walls & Garden Beds

Retaining walls provide both structural support and decorative appeal. Our expertly crafted retaining walls help prevent soil erosion, define landscape areas, and add depth to your outdoor space. Raised garden beds are perfect for showcasing seasonal flowers or growing your own herbs and vegetables.

4. Xeriscaping & Water-Wise Landscaping

In Wellington’s semi-arid climate, water-efficient landscaping is a smart choice. We specialize in xeriscaping, which incorporates drought-tolerant plants, strategic irrigation, and sustainable design elements to create a lush yet water-conscious environment.

5. Pergolas & Shade Structures

Enjoy your outdoor space comfortably with a custom pergola or shade structure. These additions provide relief from the sun while enhancing the architectural beauty of your yard. Whether you prefer a freestanding pergola, vine-covered trellis, or a shaded outdoor room, we can design a structure that complements your house and it’s landscape.

6. Outdoor Kitchens & Grilling Stations

Elevate your outdoor entertainment experience with a custom outdoor kitchen area or grilling station. Perfect for hosting gatherings, these functional spaces can include built-in grills, countertops, storage, and seating areas, making outdoor cooking and dining convenient and enjoyable.

Why Choose Grounded Landscape Designs?

At Grounded Landscape Designs, we are passionate about crafting outdoor spaces that are both visually stunning and highly functional. Here’s why homeowners in Wellington, CO trust us with their landscaping projects:

  • Local Expertise: We understand the unique climate and soil conditions of Northern Colorado and design landscapes that thrive in this environment.
  • Custom Designs: Every project is tailored to suit your lifestyle, property layout, and personal aesthetic. Contact our team today to start discussing your backyard living space ideas.
  • Eco-Friendly Solutions: We implement sustainable landscaping techniques to promote water conservation and long-term plant health.
  • Quality Craftsmanship: Our team uses durable materials and precise construction techniques to ensure longevity and beauty.
  • Exceptional Customer Service: We work closely with clients to bring their vision to life, offering transparent communication and expert guidance.

Transform Your Outdoor Living Area Today

Ready to enhance your lifestyle with a professionally designed outdoor living space? Grounded Landscape Designs is here to help. Whether you’re looking for a tranquil garden retreat, a vibrant entertainment area, or a low-maintenance landscape, our team has the expertise to bring your vision to life.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and start creating your dream outdoor space in Wellington, Colorado.

Call us now or request a quote to get started!

Composite deck with built in bench seats and small pergolas over top.
Composite deck with built in bench seats.
Composite deck with built in bench seats and small pergolas over top.
Composite deck with built in bench seats and small pergolas over top.
Concrete bowl fire pit with pergola and flat stone patio.
Concrete bowl fire pit with pergola and flat stone patio.
Concrete patio with pergola over top of the seating area.
Concrete patio with pergola over top of the seating area.
Concrete bowl fire pit with pergola and flat stone patio.
Wood paneling next to a polished concrete accent piece.
Composite pergola over top a brick patio.
Composite pergola over brick patio with seating.
Composite pergola over brick patio with seating.
Stone porch with stone steps down to the stone patio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

At Grounded Landscape Designs, we recommend native Colorado grasses, drought‑tolerant perennials and evergreen shrubs that thrive in Wellington’s climate, provide year‑round interest and complement outdoor living zones — delivering beauty with low maintenance and reliable performance.

We at Grounded Landscape Designs suggest layering ambient, task and accent lighting — think LED path lights, overhead pendants for pergolas, and uplights for feature trees — to create mood, highlight hardscape and ensure safety for evening gatherings outdoors.

Engaging Grounded Landscape Designs ensures you benefit from expert design, efficient scheduling, accurate sourcing of materials, skilled installation and dependable warranty — all resulting in a cohesive, high‑quality outdoor living space that maximises your investment.

At Grounded Landscape Designs, we evaluate durability, texture, colour, maintenance and the local climate when selecting materials — such as weather‑tough pavers, composite decking and rust‑proof fixtures — so your outdoor area looks great and stands up to conditions.

We can incorporate smart irrigation systems, app‑controlled lighting and built‑in audio/entertainment networks at Grounded Landscape Designs — delivering control, convenience and elevated experience in your outdoor living space via modern, integrated technology.

At Grounded Landscape Designs, we guide you through choosing materials by considering aesthetic match, durability under Wellington’s elements, ease of maintenance and compatibility with your existing architecture — ensuring a functional and beautiful outdoor area.

We advise starting with design and site prep, then allocate funds for materials, labour and technology. At Grounded Landscape Designs, we help you phase the project if needed and prioritise features to match your budget while still achieving your outdoor vision.

At Grounded Landscape Designs, we recommend LED down‑lights for patios, bollard lights for pathways, string lights for ambiance and spotlights to showcase focal features — offering energy‑efficient, weather‑resistant and stylish illumination for your outdoor living area.

Yes — we design at Grounded Landscape Designs to account for seasonal variations: adding shade in summer, fire features for cooler evenings and durable materials to handle Colorado’s weather — so you can enjoy your outdoor living space throughout the year.

Adding an outdoor kitchen via Grounded Landscape Designs elevates your home’s entertainment value, enhances usability of your yard, allows cooking and dining outdoors in style and can increase your property’s appeal — making every gathering more seamless and enjoyable.