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Landscape Montreal Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary full sun backyard gravel landscaping in summer.

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Las Vegas Stucco a sizable one-story stucco flat roof image in southwest beige

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Los Angeles Landscape An example of a mid-sized mediterranean partial sun backyard stone garden path in summer.

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Landscape Boston Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun courtyard stone landscaping in spring.

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Pathway Landscape in Boston

Photo of a mid-sized traditional full sun courtyard stone landscaping in spring.

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Los Angeles Stucco Exterior Image of a medium-sized, one-story, beige stucco home from the 1960s

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Los Angeles Traditional Landscape Photo of a large traditional full sun and drought-tolerant front yard stone garden path in summer.

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Mid-sized tuscan backyard stone patio photo with a fire pit and no cover A picture of a medium-sized stone patio in a Tuscan backyard with a fire pit and no cover

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Las Vegas Stucco a sizable one-story stucco flat roof image in southwest beige

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Rustic Patio Motive for a remodel of a medium-sized rustic backyard concrete patio with a fire pit and a gazebo.

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Traditional Landscape in Boston This is an illustration of a traditional, mid-sized courtyard with full sun stone landscaping in the spring.

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The Latest Trends in Hardscape Design to Elevate Your Outdoor Space by Brooks Landscaping

Hardscape design isn’t just about your backyard looking good—it’s about creating a space you'll love spending time in. From cutting-edge materials to creative layouts, the trends we’re seeing this year are transforming ordinary outdoor spaces into jaw-dropping retreats. If you’re planning to upgrade your landscape, or just looking for inspiration, here’s what’s hot in hardscape design right now.

1. Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials

The spotlight is on sustainability. Homeowners are seeking eco-conscious materials that reduce environmental impact while still delivering style and durability. Think permeable pavers that improve drainage and reduce runoff, or natural stone sourced responsibly. Reclaimed materials like brick and timber are also making waves, adding rustic charm and helping reduce waste.

How to Get the Look:

Consider integrating gravel paths or stone pavers paired with native plants for a minimal ecological footprint. Consulting with professionals like Brooks Landscaping ensures all your materials are both beautiful and environmentally sound.

2. Multi-Functional Outdoor Spaces

It’s all about versatility! Outdoor spaces are being transformed into multi-functional areas that can seamlessly transition from cooking to relaxing to entertaining. Built-in seating, outdoor kitchens, and fire pits are must-have features this year. The idea is to make every square foot work harder while boosting the comfort and usability of your space.

How to Get the Look:

Focus on zones. Divide your backyard into dedicated spaces—like a dining area with a pergola, a lounging nook with a fire pit, or a small putting green for the kids (or yourself!). Retaining walls, expertly designed by pros like Brooks Landscaping, are perfect for creating defined areas while adding architectural appeal.

3. Modern Meets Minimalism

Clean lines, simple shapes, and uncluttered designs are stealing the show. Modern hardscapes emphasize sleek materials like large-format pavers, poured concrete, or even glass accents for a minimalist vibe. Combining these elements with streamlined outdoor furniture creates an understated elegance that feels both contemporary and timeless.

How to Get the Look:

Go bold with materials. Pair smooth concrete steps with decorative gravel and linear pathways for a dramatic statement. Don’t forget functional design—this trend is all about blending form and purpose!

4. Statement Lighting

Lighting isn’t just a practical feature anymore—it’s an art form. Designers are using innovative lighting solutions like LED strips along pathways, up-lighting to highlight trees or walls, and solar-powered fixtures for an eco-friendly glow. The goal is to extend the usability of your space long after the sun goes down while adding mood and drama.

How to Get the Look:

Layer your lighting. Install spotlights to emphasize features like retaining walls or steps, and add soft, string lights across patios for ambiance. Brooks Landscaping specializes in creating lighting designs that balance beauty and functionality.

5. Natural Colors and Textures

Color palettes are leaning toward earthy tones—think warm browns, soft grays, and neutral beiges. Textures like rough stone, exposed aggregate, and weathered wood are being used to connect outdoor designs with their natural surroundings, creating a harmonious and relaxing aesthetic.

How to Get the Look:

Opt for decorative gravel or Crab Orchard steps to bring in natural texture while ensuring durability. These materials are not only visually appealing but also practical for withstanding outdoor elements.

Why Work with a Professional?

Hardscape projects can be complex. From material selection to ensuring proper drainage and building structures that will stand the test of time, partnering with experts like Brooks Landscaping gives you peace of mind. Their expertise ensures your design incorporates the latest trends without compromising on quality or functionality.

Tips for Homeowners Embarking on a Hardscape Project:

Start with a Plan – Think about how you’ll use the space, and communicate your needs to your landscaper.

Invest in Quality Materials – Durability and maintenance should guide your choices.

Think Long-Term – Plan for growth, whether it’s plants maturing or future family needs.

Whether you’re drawn to the clean lines of modern minimalism or the charm of natural, eco-friendly features, there’s a trend perfect for your style and needs. With the right vision and professional guidance, you’ll create an outdoor space that's not only trendy but also a joy to experience for years to come.

At Brooks Landscaping, we make dirt look good! Reach out today to discuss your landscaping dreams, and let's make them a reality.

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Montreal Gravel Landscape

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Restobar Mama is a brick-clad restaurant with a "carousel-like" canopy

Dutch architecture office KettingHuls has completed a restaurant pavilion in a park in Maastricht, featuring a circular steel canopy that allows trees to grow through its open structure.

The studio headed by architects Daniëlle Huls and Monica Ketting designed the Restobar Mama pavilion for the recently planned Vrijheidspark in the city's Maastricht-East district.

The pavilion is located in a recently planned park

The park was laid out in the Koningsplein area as part of the two-kilometre Groene Loper greenbelt that runs over the new A2 motorway.

Its landscaping by global firm West 8 features several oval green spaces, including one encircled by a low stone bench that marks the site of the pavilion.

Its circular roof makes it resemble a carousel

The rectangular building stands in the centre of the oval and is topped with a circular steel structure that gives it what the architects described as its "carousel-like" appearance.

The pavilion rests on a round concrete terrace that provides space for outdoor seating. One facade is angled inwards and lined with full-height glazing to provide views out onto the park from within the restaurant.

Concrete seating attached to the restaurant walls provide meeting spaces

Concrete benches that extend out from two of the building's other elevations provide meeting places for groups of runners or bootcamp participants.

Leftover terracotta bricks from the Janinhoff factory in Munich are applied to all of the facades. Their colour complements the red-painted steel canopy and the beige gravel hardscape surrounding the building.

Trees grow through beams on two sides of the building

Working with discarded materials meant there were no cornerstones or other specific shapes available, so some of the bricks were cut to the dimensions necessary to achieve the neat pattern and alignment with the concrete bench and windows.

The canopy projects out beyond the facades, with its triangular structure providing large spaces between the beams for trees on two sides to grow through.

"Inside, the steel construction of the canopy continues as a construction of wooden, laminated beams with a concrete column in the middle of the building," the architects pointed out, adding that the structure and trees can be decorated with lights, ornaments and climbing plants.

The interiors open up to the terrace outside

The front section of the interior is left open to accommodate a large seating area that is flooded with natural light entering through the glazed walls. Sliding doors allow this area to be opened up to the adjacent terrace.

The kitchen area is positioned between the central concrete pillar and angled windows to the rear. It is flanked on one side by the toilet block and on the other by a service area with steps leading down to a basement.

The steel-clad kitchen is located behind a central concrete pillar

Solar panels covering the pavilion's roof generate the restaurant's power and a heat pump concealed behind a wooden grille to the rear of the building provides efficient heating.

Other recent brick buildings shared on Dezeen include a sports centre in Barcelona with a facade of both solid and perforated bricks and a Melbourne brick building with a steel- and glass extension.

Photography is by Stijn Bollaert.

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