Creating the Ultimate Mountain Basecamp for Outdoor Living
Summary: What do you do when you love your home but want to enjoy it more? Our Evergreen clients asked that very question — and instead of moving, they turned their mountain deck into a year-round outdoor living retreat.
Working with Masterpiece Outdoorliving, they transformed their existing space into a protected, heated, and beautifully designed four-season outdoor living area complete with a custom stone fireplace and fire table, operable glass wind walls, ambient lighting and infrared heaters, and unobstructed mountain views through clear glass railings
When our homeowners in the Evergreen, Colorado area wanted to elevate their lifestyle, they turned to a trusted outdoor living contractor. At Masterpiece Outdoorliving, our mission is to transform backyards into four-season, outdoor sanctuaries that blend seamlessly with nature, architecture, and entertaining. Case in point? One of our favorite projects: the Evergreen Mountain Basecamp.
A Vision Beyond a Deck
Rather than selling their home to chase breathtaking mountain views elsewhere, the owners asked themselves: "Why not invest in the home we love and create the ultimate mountain basecamp?" With that mindset they engaged us—the premier outdoor living contractor for Colorado's Front Range—to design a space that would allow them to enjoy their gorgeous Evergreen, Colorado surroundings regardless of the weather or time of year.
Design Highlights: Form Meets Function
Some of the key elements that make this project stand out:
- Fixed and operable glass wind walls — These allow protection from gusty mountain breezes while preserving sightlines to the forested slopes.
- Clear-view glass handrail — The transparency maintains the scenic view, reinforcing the feeling of being "outside" even in a high-end engineered space.
- Stone fire table & large fireplace with stone privacy wall — These anchoring features offer warmth, drama, and a true destination for entertaining.
- Open-air, maintenance-free deck — With a focus on durability and low upkeep, this deck allows the homeowners to live outdoors and not worry about constant maintenance.
- Four-season living space with infrared heaters & ambient low-voltage lighting — Evening gatherings, winter sunsets, summer nights: the space is engineered for year-round use.
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Why Choose a Professional Outdoor Living Contractor?
Working with an experienced outdoor living contractor like Masterpiece Outdoorliving ensures that the design, materials, and execution align with your vision while standing up to Colorado's unique mountain climate. Some advantages:
- Deep expertise in four-season outdoor living, from heating and lighting systems to wind protection and weather-resistant materials.
- Ability to integrate indoors with outdoors — a hallmark of high-end projects where your deck, patio or outdoor kitchen doesn't feel like an add-on, but a seamless extension of your home.
- Customized solutions rather than cookie-cutter decks — Our Evergreen project showcases how thoughtful design can transform your property value and your daily living experience.
Evergreen Colorado: A Perfect Backdrop
Nestled in the foothills above Denver, Evergreen offers dramatic views, year-round weather variations, and a desire for elevated outdoor spaces. Homeowners here demand more than a basic patio — they want an immersive living experience outdoors. With sweeping forest views and changing seasons, it's the ideal locale for a custom outdoor design build that includes premium features and durability.
Elevating Your Outdoor Living Experience
If you're looking for an outdoor living contractor who brings architecture, luxury craftsmanship, and nature together, let's talk. At Masterpiece Outdoorliving we guide you from concept to completion:
- Consultation & site analysis – We start by understanding your vision, site conditions, and what four-season living means for your property.
- Design & material selection – We incorporate weather-resistant materials, lighting, heating, glass walls, and all the features you need for year-round enjoyment.
- Build & integration – Our team handles construction, ensures quality, and manages every detail so your outdoor living space is ready on time and built to last.
- Enjoy & entertain – From cozy winter evenings by the fire to summer nights under the stars, your customized outdoor space becomes the hub of living and entertaining.
Ready to Build Your Own Masterpiece?
If you're in Evergreen, Genesee, or the surrounding foothills and you're searching for a trusted outdoor living contractor to create a four-season outdoor living space, we're here to help. At Masterpiece Outdoorliving, we believe your outdoor environment should be as thoughtfully designed as your indoor spaces — if not more so.
Reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation and explore how we can craft your personal outdoor living basecamp.
About Masterpiece Outdoorliving
Garth Hystad has become the premier outdoor living designer of his time. With over 40 years of experience, his innovative and unique designs display his creativity from coast to coast. Many of his greatest designs have been featured on the popular hit tv show, Mega Decks, which premiered on the DIY Network.
His love and vision for making the outdoors become an accessible and beloved part of everyday living for Coloradans has led to two incredibly successful businesses. His proudest moment has been mentoring and getting to work alongside his son, Brandon Hystad, at Masterpiece Outdoorliving.
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