This raised masonry patio is the perfect balance of bold and classic. The striking black and white checkerboard pattern is reminiscent of the jazz era. With roaring fires and a two-tier black granite bar, the space is literally made for entertaining.
As you enter through a wrought-iron-inspired garden gate, you’re met with the dynamic view of a checkerboard patio and elongated gas fire pit with an L-Shaped seating wall constructed from brick and Techo Bloc Raffinato. The patio transitions to a subtler modular pattern as it curves around the house with an outdoor dining table, sunbathing area, and curved steps down to the lawn. The centerpiece is an incredible oversized custom gunite spa. Candle lanterns line the spa and black railings trace the edge of the raised patio along the house’s turret. The outer edge of the spa has a walking path beside a curved arbor with rock gardens below marking the drop-off and ledge rock retaining wall.
On the far end, there is a second lounge area. The checkerboard pattern returns to the patio with an outdoor sectional and striking bi-level stone fireplace; gas fire below and all-weather TV mounted above. A few steps up from the lounge is the gorgeous covered porch with an arched dormer and outdoor kitchen. The tongue and groove ceiling has recessed heat and lighting, a ceiling fan, a mounted all-weather TV, and a hood vent over the 40” stainless grill. The floating U-shaped bar has black granite countertops resting over warm brick, matching the house. The kitchen features a double fridge, pull-out trash, cabinet storage, and ample counter space along with seating for eight. Curtains with vertical black and white stripes line the porch, offering shade and texture while incorporating the color theme from the patio.
Jaw-dropping from every angle, This project is one of Venture’s many masterpieces.