Hardscape Design and Build Services

When thinking of landscaping, you might initially think of the softscape elements like trees, plants and lawns. However, it’s the hardscapes that help define the spaces and backbone of any landscape design, providing structure, durability, and functionality to outdoor spaces.

Adding character and distinction to your yard

Hardscape elements refer to the non-living elements of landscaping, typically made from materials like natural stone, brick, concrete, or wood. From patios and walkways to retaining walls and fire pit features, our hardscaping solutions are designed to elevate your outdoor living experience.

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How hardscape design improves your backyard?

Incorporating hardscaping into your landscape, you not only enhance it’s beauty but also make it more functional, sustainable, and valuable. Here are just a handful reasons of how adding hardscape design elements can enhance your landscape.

Adds Functional Outdoor Living Spaces

Hardscaping creates defined areas for outdoor activities, such as cooking, patios for a dining seating area, walkways for navigation, and fire pits or water features for socializing. These spaces extend your living area and make your yard more usable making your outdoor space more functional and enjoyable.

Provides Structure and Balance

Hardscape design ideas like retaining walls, stairs, and stepping stones bringing a cohesive structure to your landscape, while balancing the soft elements like plants and lawns. This creates a harmonious and polished appearance.

Manages Erosion and Drainage

Hardscape design ideas like retaining walls, pavers, and strategically designed slopes help control water flow and prevent soil erosion, protecting your property from damage over time.

Improves Accessibility

Walkways, driveways, front-yards, and stairs make it easier and safer to navigate your outdoor space, especially on uneven terrain like a sloped backyard. This is essential for ensuring your yard is both practical and inviting.

Enhances Durability

Hardscape materials like stone, brick, and concrete are long-lasting and weather-resistant. They provide stable surfaces that can withstand heavy use and harsh conditions, making them a smart investment.

Boosts Curb Appeal

Hardscaping elements contribute significantly to your home’s aesthetic appeal. A beautifully designed driveway, an elegant patio, or a well-crafted retaining wall can dramatically enhance your property’s visual impact and value.

We've been in business for over 30 years and is a top award-winning hardscape design and installation company in the Bellevue, Tacoma, Seattle, Redmond and surrounding areas.

Patios & Walkways: Create inviting spaces for relaxation with seamless transitions throughout your yard.

Retaining Walls: Enhance your landscape's structure while addressing erosion or leveling issues.

Fire Pits & Fireplaces: Enjoy year-round outdoor gatherings with warm, inviting fire features.

Stone Stairs: Add elegance and accessibility to sloped terrain.

Driveways & Courtyards: Elevate curb appeal with durable and attractive surfaces.

Why Choose Malone’s Landscape?

With years of experience and a passion for perfection, we’re dedicated to exceeding your expectations. We blend creative vision with hardscape installation to bring your landscape design dreams to life.

Our landscape design team will talk through the various options for patios, pools, outdoor fireplace, paver walkways, retaining walls, and various other elements for your hardscape. We will listen to your vision and make our recommendations for a hardscape design that works best for your needs.

Things to consider & next steps

Design Inspiration and Planning

Each photo in our gallery highlights the meticulous attention to detail and creativity we bring to every project.

As you imagine the possibilities for your outdoor space, which hardscape elements resonate with your style? A cozy patio for family gatherings? A stunning stone staircase to navigate a sloped yard? Or perhaps an outdoor kitchen and fire feature to extend your outdoor season?

Things to Consider for your hardscape project:

How do you want to use your outdoor space? Relaxation, entertaining, or both?

Do you have any problem areas, like slopes or drainage, that hardscaping could address?

What materials and colors do you feel complement your home’s architecture and landscape?

Do you need seamless transitions between areas, like walkways or stairs?

Next Steps and Hardscape Design Tips

Start the brainstorming small and define your priorities and must-haves.

Think about the long-term maintenance–choose materials that best suit your lifestyle.

Consider blending hardscapes with softscapes like greenery and flowers for balance.

Hardscape Design Ideas

Explore the artistry and craftsmanship of Malone’s Landscape through our hardscaping gallery. From cozy patios to grand retaining walls, each project is a testament to our dedication to creating outdoor spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. Get inspired by our portfolio and imagine the possibilities for your own yard!