Our next featured builder is in Arizona. Jeff purchased the Douglas Mini corner design so it would fit in his backyard space. It is literally a smaller version of the popular Douglas design but with the same size firebox.
Prep work got him started and the slab was poured and the first layer was put down.
Jeff added low voltage lighting cord which was routed through the structure at the beginning stages of the building process. The position of the four white cords indicate the area where the power cord attached to the individual lights.
Jeff finished the rough build of the structure and added firebrick. Now to figure out the color of the veneer, tile, etc...
After a lot of hard work and attention to detail, Jeff finished the patio and extended it to the grass area for a seamless look. The fireplace veneer is a stacked slate, with matching lights. It's a great looking fireplace and sitting area to relax and enjoy. Great job Jeff!
Years ago I looked at my bare backyard and thought I should add something. I had a lot of unused space but felt trees and plants weren't what the space needed. I had seen outdoor kitchens and fireplaces in magazines and on TV and thought I would inquire with a contractor about having them built. I provided the contractors with example pictures of barbeques and fireplaces I liked and received quotes as high as $7,800 to build just the fireplace. more...