Backyard & Landscape Design in Philadelphia
Expand your home’s livable space by creating an outdoor environment that’s designed around the way you live.
A thoughtfully planned backyard becomes more than just part of your property. It becomes a place to enjoy dinner outside, gather with friends around the fire, relax with your morning coffee, or spend more time with family.
Harth Builders creates custom backyard and landscape designs for homeowners throughout Philadelphia, Bucks County, Montgomery County, Chester County, Delaware County, South Jersey, and now the Jersey Shore. Every project is tailored to your home, your property, and the way you want to use your outdoor space.
Whether you’re envisioning a new deck, an outdoor kitchen, gardens, gathering spaces, or a complete backyard transformation, our design-build team brings every element together into one cohesive plan.
Backyard Design That Brings Everything Together
The best outdoor spaces don’t happen by accident. They start with a thoughtful plan.
Every property presents different opportunities and challenges. We consider how your home connects to the outdoors, existing grades, drainage, mature trees, privacy, sun exposure, and how you want to use the space throughout the year.
The goal isn’t simply to add more features. It’s to create an outdoor space that feels connected to your home and flows beautifully as a whole.
Outdoor Living Spaces
A well-designed backyard expands your home’s usable living space and creates new ways to enjoy your property.
Projects may include:
- Custom decks
- Outdoor kitchens with built-in grills or pizza ovens
- Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces
- Pergolas and shade structures
- Walkways and gathering spaces
- Landscape lighting
- Custom patio spaces
Looking for a patio-focused project? Explore our dedicated Patio Design & Installation services.
Backyard Transformations
Some projects focus on one part of the yard. Others rethink the entire property.
Whether you’re updating an existing backyard or starting with a blank slate, our team develops a comprehensive plan that balances beauty, function, and long-term enjoyment.
Why Choose Harth Builders?
Designing an outdoor living space is about more than selecting materials. It’s about understanding how every element works together.
Harth Builders brings designers and builders together from the very beginning, so the vision developed during the design process carries through to construction. You work with one team from the first conversation to the final walkthrough, with clear communication throughout the project.
Homeowners choose Harth because of:
- More than 30 years serving Philadelphia-area homeowners
- 4.9-star Google rating
- NARI-certified craftsmanship
- A complete design-build approach
- Experience with local site conditions and permitting requirements
Our Process
Harth Builders guides you through every stage of the design-build process.
- On-site consultation and property assessment
- Budget planning based on your goals and site conditions
- Design development and material selections
- Design review, project planning, and permitting
- Professional construction and installation
- Final walkthrough and punch list
- Warranty review and project completion
Serving the Philadelphia Area
Harth Builders provides backyard and landscape design services throughout Philadelphia County, Bucks County, Chester County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, South Jersey, and the Jersey Shore.
Ready to expand your home’s livable space with a custom outdoor living environment? Our team is ready to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a backyard design project include?
Every project is different. Some homeowners are looking for a new deck or outdoor kitchen. Others want updated landscaping, gathering spaces, fire features, or a complete backyard transformation. We create a design that fits your property and the way you want to use it.
How much does backyard design cost in the Philadelphia area?
Project costs vary depending on the size of your property, the scope of work, materials selected, and the complexity of the design. During your consultation, we’ll discuss your goals and develop a plan that fits your project.
What is included in landscape design?
Every landscape design starts with an on-site assessment. We evaluate grading, drainage, existing trees, sun exposure, views, and how your outdoor spaces connect to the home. From there, we develop a plan that may include planting beds, privacy screening, walkways, lighting, and hardscape elements that work together as one complete design.
Can Harth Builders redesign an existing backyard?
Yes. Whether your backyard needs a few updates or a complete redesign, we can create a plan that improves how the space looks, functions, and connects to your home.
Do I need separate plans for my patio and backyard?
Not necessarily. Many patio projects are part of a larger backyard design. If your primary goal is building or replacing a patio, we also offer dedicated Patio Design & Installation services focused specifically on that type of project.