River Knoll

River Knoll by Outdoor Lifestyles Located in Centerbrook, the River Knoll illustrates the dedication Outdoor Lifestyles has towards quality and innovation in landscaping. This is the perfect blend of natual beauty and design, taking what once was an underutiliized yard into an outdoor oasis! The defining feature at River Knoll is a custom water feature that spills into a peaceful pond. The pond, along with the water feature, invites wildlife to take respite while the homeowners have a peaceful space to enjoy. Local sourced stone was used to fabricate the water feature to keep it authentic to the region, as well as integrating with the overall landscape aesthetic. Native flowering plants and ornamental grasses were added to introduce color and texture, but moreover, to encourage wildlife pollinators to establish a healthy ecological balance in the landscape. One of the greatest challenges of the was unfinished and uneven landscape, which needed grading and soil stabilization to create a flat surface suitable for the installation of a multi-level patio. Upon completion, high quality bluestone pavers offered generous space for hosting while also including a built-in fire pit that will allow the family to use the outdoor spaces even on cooler evenings of the shoreline. To ensure that the River Knoll experience is special and memorable, Outdoor Lifestyles added ambient lighting throughout the landscape to light the pathways and key architectural features that would allow the homeowners to have a magical space to escape to particularly after the sun has set! The thoughtful approach to detail in the selection of materials and layout of the spaces, displays the commitment to craftsmanship and client satisfaction that Outdoor Lifestyles pursues. Ultimately. the homeowners were extremely pleased with the space, commenting mostly on how well the new features coexist with the existing landscape, and how not only did the River Knoll enhance the aesthetics of their property, but the value as well. The River Knoll was an example of the mission of Outdoor Lifestyles to bring their clients beautiful, functional, and sustainable outdoor spaces to enjoy for many years to come.