Green Slate Design
Patio & Outdoor Living Space Transformations
- Expert landscape designers and contractors
- Outdoor living spaces, patios, decks, driveways, and more!
- 40+ years of combined experience
- Low-stress renovation process
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Outdoor Living Contractors in Minneapolis
Bring Your Dreams for Your Outdoor Space to Life
Your outdoor living space has immense potential. Transform your space from a basic backyard into a vacation-worthy paradise with the help of our team.
At Green Slate Design, we’re a full-scale outdoor living transformation company with the experience, tools, skills, and passion to bring your backyard dreams to life. We’ll take care of your entire backyard transformation, whether you want a well-constructed retaining wall installation or dream of luxury amenities like a heated driveway and outdoor entertainment area.
Schedule a consultation today to get started. Call Green Slate Design at 952-903-4902 or fill out our contact form.
We customize every detail of your outdoor living space to your aesthetic and functionality goals. Enjoy a backyard that is perfectly catered to your family’s lifestyle and blends seamlessly with — and elevates — your exterior design.
We invite you to share your wildest dreams for your outdoor space — and allow us to bring them to life. We specialize in executing the high quality, refined and even splendid outdoor amenities so that you and your family can enjoy the ultimate relaxation.
Renovating your backyard doesn’t need to be stressful. We make the process fun and stress-free by minimizing disruptions to your routine and cleaning up all loose dirt and debris as a final step.
Residential Outdoor Living Space Services
Transforming Your Backyard Into an Outdoor Oasis
Outdoor Living
Revamp your backyard into a space where you and your guests can gather in comfort and style. We'll design a cohesive outdoor space with all your preferred amenities, ranging from patios and outdoor kitchens to fire pits and natural pools.
Patios & Pergolas
Our customized patio and pergola installation services blend functionality with beauty. Create an outdoor room for you and your family to spend time together that perfectly complements your homes architecture, backyard design and landscaping elements.
Decks & Outdoor Stairs
Constructing decks and outdoor stairs requires extensive construction experience and careful planning. Our deck builders have the skills and know-how to construct a sturdy, durable, long-lasting deck that takes into account the slope of your yard, ventilation limitations, railing requirements, and more.
Paving/Tiling
Pavers offer a stunning and durable foundation for patios, walkways, driveways, and fire pits. We use long-lasting natural stone from Orijin and Banas or artisanal pavers from Belgard and Unilok to create paver projects that set the scene for your outdoor activities.
Sidewalks & Driveways
Improve mobility around your property with a precise and durable sidewalk from Green Slate Design. We install sidewalks and driveways using natural stone, concrete pavers, poured concrete, and other popular materials, allowing us to customize your project to your tastes.
Heated Driveways
What if you never had to shovel your driveway again? With heated driveway installation from Green Slate Design, your driveway will never accumulate ice or snow, enhancing your family's safety during Minnesota's severe snow storms. We install hydronic heating elements under paver and concrete driveways effectively keeping snow and ice at bay all winter.
Outdoor Amenities
Elements like outdoor dining areas, water features, fire pits, pizza ovens, and comfortable seating elevate your backyard into a serene retreat. Allow our outdoor living contractors to recommend the amenities that will take your backyard transformation to the next level.
Fencing & Screening
Fencing and screening doesn't have to detract from your property's curb appeal; in fact, the right fence or screen can enhance it. Our landscape designers and fencing contractors design and construct stylish and sturdy fences and screens that frame views and safeguard your property.
Other Services
Do you have an idea for your outdoor living space that isn't on this list? Like cat islands, dog den’s or Corten steel rills? Give our outdoor living contractors a call to discuss your vision. If we haven’t built it yet we likely have the expertise to make it a reality, no matter how unconventional.
Outdoor Living Transformation Process
Leave Your Backyard Transformation in Our Hands
We begin with a one-on-one consultation where we discuss your ideas for your outdoor space and brainstorm how we can make them a reality. After an initial phone call, we'll come to your property, assess your outdoor space, and provide an estimate for your project costs.
Our skilled landscape designers construct beautiful, thoughtful, seamless outdoor living designs that perfectly encapsulate your vision. We'll get to work creating an in-depth design and mock-up, always inviting your feedback as part of our user-centered design process.
Our master craftsmen construct patios, driveways, gazebos, and other outdoor amenities with the utmost precision and artistry. We make the installation process low-stress by keeping you informed through every step, working efficiently, and minimizing disruptions to your home.
At the completion of your outdoor living space, we take the time to walk you through your space and invite your feedback. After ensuring that you are 100% satisfied, we'll leave you to enjoy your new outdoor oasis.
Commercial Patio & Outdoor Living Services
Professionally Certified and Award-Winning Outdoor Services
If you’re looking to expand your business operations or make better use of your commercial property, now is an excellent time to consider an outdoor living transformation. We’ve helped countless business owners across the greater Minneapolis area incorporate beautiful patios, walkways, and landscaping features into their exterior design, wowing customers.
Our certified outdoor living contractors can revitalize your space while being mindful of your business operations. Give us a call at 952-903-4902 to discuss your vision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about our outdoor living landscaping and design services? Browse our frequently asked questions below or feel free to contact us for any additional inquiries you may have.
How much should I spend on an outdoor living space?
You can spend anywhere from a few thousand dollars to over $30,000 on an outdoor living space, depending on the scope of the project. We provide fair pricing that still accounts for our expertise and craftsmanship.
Does adding an outdoor living space increase home value?
Building a patio or otherwise transforming your outdoor space could increase your property value by 8% to 10%. However, our outdoor living contractors also strongly believe in the life value our transformations add.
How long does it take to complete a design?
Depending on the scope of the project and the time of the season it can take anywhere from 2 to 5 weeks to complete a design.
What can I expect the construction budget to be?
It’s important to discuss budgets with your designer to ensure they are headed in the right direction before you get to the planning stage. The real answer to this question is often more complex than most people like to know. Size and scope are obvious indicators but just as important are the materials chosen, the municipality you live in and the timeline for construction. With these factors in consideration a small project can range anywhere from $5k-$8k while a large project can range between five and six figures.
How long does a typical project take to install?
Project timelines can vary significantly depending on many factors. Weather plays a big role in our timelines as does material availability and project queue. Prevailing weather patterns, availability of skilled labor, materials chosen, and the scope of a project all play a role. Generally, most of our projects are completed in 1-4 weeks once construction has commenced.
When can my project start?
We schedule projects for installation on a first come first serve basis. Early spring and summer are our most busy times of the year with mid- late fall being our second rush. We design and schedule installations year round so its really easy and very important with regards to timing to begin planning as soon as possible.
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Our Projects
We are proud to share a few of the projects that exemplify the Green Slate standard.
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- Landscape Drainage Solutions
- Landscape Installation
- Organic Swimming Pool
- Paver Patio
- Retaining Wall