Custom Outdoor Fireplace Design & Masonry in the Twin Cities Contact Ground One Today
An outdoor fireplace is a permanent masonry structure built into your outdoor living space. Ground One builds them in wood-burning and gas configurations using brick, natural stone, fieldstone, and concrete. Outdoor fire features provide real heat, block wind, and give the space something to gather around.
A custom patio should feel like an architectural centerpiece for your backyard. From a quiet place to relax to a space for family dinners, Ground One designs and builds patios in the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro using superior materials that create the foundation for how you want to spend your time outdoors.
Tailored Patio Designs to Match Your Home’s Architecture
A patio should look like it belongs with the home. Ground One designs patios in a wide range of styles, from clean and modern to traditional and estate-inspired.
Modern Minimalist: Uses clean lines, large-format pavers, and simple color palettes that work well with contemporary homes. Bluestone, grey concrete pavers, and crisp borders create a polished, subtle look.
Rustic Estate: Uses natural fieldstone, irregular flagstone, and earth tones that fit into wooded Minnesota properties. This style feels like it’s made to fit.
Traditional/Classic: Brick patterns, herringbone layouts, cobblestone borders, and timeless stonework complement homes in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and established Twin Cities neighborhoods.
Premium Materials Built for the Minnesota Climate
Ground One builds patios with materials chosen for appearance, durability, and performance through Minnesota’s freeze-thaw cycles.
- Interlocking Concrete Pavers: Durable, versatile, and salt-resistant for Minnesota winters when installed over a properly prepared base.
- Brick: A classic choice with warm color, strong pattern options, and a timeless look for traditional homes.
- Natural Fieldstone: Offers organic beauty and blends naturally with wooded yards, gardens, and estate-style landscapes.
- Cobblestone: Adds texture, edge detail, and a historic feel to patios, walkways, and borders.
- Natural Rock: Creates a custom, high-end look that ties the patio into retaining walls, garden beds, and other hardscape features.
For technical details on the types of stones we use, see our Pavers Guide.
Expanding Your Living Space: Patio Integrations
A patio is often just one part of a larger space. It’s the surface that connects to everything else.
Ways you can use a patio:
- The Culinary Patio: Integrated with an Outdoor Kitchen for cooking, dining, and hosting.
- The Evening Retreat: Built around a Fire Pit or Outdoor Fireplaces for cooler Minnesota nights.
- The Poolside Lounge: Designed with slip-resistant materials around a Swimming Pool.
Learn about the Landscape Design phase that precedes every patio build.
The Twin Cities’ Trusted Patio Building Company
Based in the Twin Cities, Ground One provides expert patio construction to homeowners in Edina, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, Bloomington, Chanhassen, and the surrounding metro area. Our team understands local soil conditions, drainage concerns, municipal requirements, and the way Minnesota weather affects outdoor living spaces.
We design patios that fit the space and help with the way you want to spend time outside, no matter if your home sits on a flat suburban lot, a wooded property, or a sloped backyard.
Patio Planning & Design FAQs
What are the best patio building materials for Minnesota?
The best patio materials for Minnesota are durable options that can handle freeze-thaw cycles, moisture, and seasonal temperature swings. Interlocking concrete pavers, natural stone, brick, fieldstone, and cobblestone can all perform well when installed over a properly compacted base with the right drainage.
How long does it take to design and build a custom patio?
The timeline depends on the size of the patio, material selection, design complexity, permitting needs, and site conditions. A simple patio may move quickly, while a larger outdoor living project with a kitchen, fire feature, pool, or retaining walls will require more planning and coordination.
What is the ROI of a new patio in the Minneapolis area?
A well-designed patio can improve daily use of your backyard and may also support resale value. Many homeowners see patios as a strong outdoor living investment, with common estimates often ranging from about 60% to 80% return depending on the project, materials, and overall property.
Can a patio be built on a sloped yard?
Yes. A patio can often be built on a sloped yard with proper grading, drainage, and support. In many cases, Retaining Walls are used to create level ground, prevent erosion, and make the space more usable.
Elevate Your Backyard
A custom patio gives your outdoor living space structure, purpose, and lasting value. Ground One can help you design a patio that fits your home, your property, and the way you want to use your backyard.
View our Patio Gallery or Contact Us Today for a design consultation.
Begin planning for your first meeting with our Top 5 Questions To Ask Your Paver Patio Company guide.
