featured property Dover Outdoor Living

This Dover property was designed to feel easy to use and natural to move through. While the yard offered strong potential, changes in grade and a lack of definition limited everyday enjoyment. By organizing the landscape into connected outdoor rooms and using stone and planting to guide circulation, the backyard now feels open, comfortable, and well suited to everyday outdoor living.

about this property

Dover, MA | Too often with new construction, the landscape is left to fill gaps rather than shape how a home is truly lived in. At this property, the original patio and lawn offered little flexibility for a growing family, and while a pool was high on the wish list, preserving open lawn space was equally important.

The solution reimagined how outdoor living could function as a whole. Two generous patios extend directly from the house, reducing the need for expansive pool decking and allowing the pool to fit comfortably within the site while protecting valuable lawn area. A built-in grill and custom stone fireplace anchor the space and encourage daily use, while cool blue tones echoed across stone, water, plantings, furnishings, and accents create a cohesive, calming environment. The result is a backyard designed not just to look finished, but to support family life, gathering, and long summer days outdoors.

see the transformation

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Dover, MA - Outdoor living beautifully defined: plentiful dining space, fireside gathering, and a pool and play area are ready for your weekend.

Dover, MA - A tranquil pool and spa provide the back drop to outdoor fireplace and seating.

a pool-centered landscape

An extended stone patio unfolds from the home to frame views of the pool and lawn, creating distinct places for dining, gathering, and unwinding. A custom stone fireplace anchors the seating area, while subtle color accents in the furnishings and materials tie the spaces together. The result is a cohesive backyard designed for everyday family life and effortless entertaining.

Dover, MA - Plants and stone combine to create a backyard retreat.

Dover, MA - Hydrangea, roses, and evergreen shrubs help define and soften the dining and fireplace areas.

Dover, MA - A lush lawn contrasts stone surfaced dining and seating areas.

Dover, MA - Corinthian Granite walls enclose the bluestone cooking and dining area.

family focussed

This family-focused landscape brings together distinct outdoor rooms that support daily life and casual entertaining. A stone fireplace anchors a comfortable seating area, while a built-in cooking station and dining patio create an easy flow for meals outdoors. Open lawn space remains central and unobstructed, giving children room to play while adults gather nearby. The result is a cohesive backyard that balances structure, comfort, and flexibility across seasons.

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