This courtyard project won first place in 9th HNA (Hardscape North America) awards for commercial project less than 20,000 sq. ft. in the mixed hardscape category.

This project is at a nursing home in Wilmington, Massachusetts. This courtyard serves as the facility's only courtyard and has a lot of daily use by the residents. We were approached by the owners and asked to come up with a new design for the spaces. Something that would create a wow factor while also incorporating the needs of their residents. By utilizing outdoor kitchens, pergolas, water fountains, audio / lighting, seat walls, custom pavers, a sensory garden and a variety of beautiful plantings we were able to provide the client with a showcase piece for the ages.

The outdoor kitchens were made out of a steel superstructure with a veneer installed on the outside. A leathered granite was installed for the countertops and was also used for the many bistro tables throughout the courtyard. To customize these bistro tables for our client, half of the tables were lowered down to ADA height compliance so that those confined to wheelchairs would still be able to use and enjoy the space. Another unique feature that can be seen in both courtyards is the use of multiple paver choices. The main patio was installed using a Techo Bloc Blu 60 aged paver while the inner walkways contain a Techo Bloc Blu 60 smooth paver. Using these different pavers creates a unique identity as they instill a sense of movement throughout the space.

Seat walls were installed along the periphery of the patios with Techo Bloc Mini Creta wall block. Finally, custom pavers were installed with the company's logo and location.