This is my yard! We did a lot more to it after the show, including adding a lawn behind the garage and turning the water feature into a planter. Great reviews video.
Holy cow! I recognize you obviously! Lol I probably watched your episode a good 15 times. You guys are the best part of that show! Thanks for watching and the comment.
Loved this video. I enjoyed learning the points of each stations functionality. Makes perfect sense to know how detailed to be when planning. Do you have any xeriscape ideas or pointers?
I am totally hating the pergola post in front of the window. That would bother me until the end of time. Make the pergola just a bit bigger so it doesn't have a post right in front of a window.
@Jessica Pinto. Thank you so much Jessica! I try. I watched this video about 10 times and really wanted to spotlight opportunities I saw that you could take with you and use in your yard! :)
Good points on improvement, I looked at all that gravel / pebbles and said to myself what a waste of opportunity to better the build. Love the floating bench idea and totally agree on the lounge area needed to be paved. The other thing with using so much timber in the design is what people don't think of..... timber deteriorates over time and is high maintenance - if using timber it is best to make sure is has cover from the outdoor elements. Do more build break downs like this - really enjoyed it!
@Sushi Samurai. Thank you for watching and the comment! I love floating benches! They are so cool and talk about a focal point. I'm going to work on another yard crashers review soon so stay tuned.
@@BobbyKDesigns I really appreciate your shows, it's a reach but I I'm a broke home owner who lives in WV and trying to do anything with my yard has been challenging. Any videos that you've done with similar terrain you could point me to? Any advice would be greatly appreciated
Where I am the cost is high whether you pour concrete or buy pavers. I still believe good functional landscaping is a great investment though. Great tips!
I would have poured the concrete under the table and for a path near and under the couch. Where people are going to be walking/sitting. I’m not a fan of sitting to dine or walking on gravel to get to the couch. Fun show and it was a big improvement.
Hello Bobby. I like the shade sail ideas. It might thwart birdie activity as well over the top of the outdoor seating areas. If you know what I mean. Machetes work well for plant division. Your water features were absolutely amazing looking. Thank you for the video.
Hi Donna. It is down in the description below. If the link is having trouble, you can type “yard crashers” in UA-cam and I believe it is called Cedar Contemporary from season 16.🤜🏻
Beautiful yard -- definitely perfect for gatherings! I'm on the hunt for some simple ways to dress up a bland yard or simple oasis. This is great inspiration!
I love this backyard, but I wonder about the stones under the dining and seating area. I would like to have some steps leading up to it and around, so I didn't have to step on stones.
If I am seeing things correctly, they have their dining table and chairs on large pea gravel. I would hate my dining area to be on large pea gravel - your chairs and heels would be wobbly. I also don't like the fact that there is no grass! I loved your suggested alternative for a water feature.
Hey there!!! If you check out the other comments you’ll see that the actual homeowner of this episode contacted me and said they took out the water feature and added grass. Great observation as usual Muktha!🤛🏻
What do you think of the gravel where the table and chairs are? I think it would be difficult to slide the chair in or out. Plus I like to have bare feet in my yard frequently.
@Donna Hamilton. The rocks can be a little uncomfortable. That is why I usually recommend pavers. So many color variations, textures, styles, and are comfortable for your feet. Well thought out comment! Keep them coming! Thank you for watching!
hi BobbykDesigns big fan of you videos. are you in Seattle area? i too i just start working in my own if you ever need help i have experience in hardscaping
@Roberto. Thank you so much for watching!!! I am in St. Louis, MO. I design all over the country but we typically stay close to home for projects. Keep it up. The more you install the better you'll get and the better your eye will get for design! I installed for over 10 years and that experience is priceless!
@Sierramade1 I do. I work my butt off on designs so I get paid for my time. If you're ever interested in learning how I've grown/scaled my business which may be of use to you I offer coaching/consulting sessions. Food for thought. Thank you for watching!
Yes good me too. I try to convey that I don't do just design work as I have a crew to keep busy. But then some get design and estimate but are mad about costs. Even with discussions early on about range of costs. I don't know exactly until design is complete and I have run down the cost for estimate. Curious about how others manage. As a PLA I work hard at good design and great construction work. Sometimes discouraging
Hi, I'm new to your channel. I live in Maryland, and I need help designing my backyard. How can I get affordable design help for my space? I am not experienced enough with gardens or carpentry to do a DYI project. Do you have any recommendations?
I do! :). I design nationwide. Check out the link in the description. Also, I will be making an announcement soon about a way to win a free design that I create so stay tuned and subscribe! :)
Bobby I've looked through your video library and didn't find a video landscaping on a budget.... my backyard is empty, blank is nothing but dirt.... any ideas?
@David J. Gallardo. I'm so glad you said this because the next wave of videos I am going to make is landscaping on a budget!!! Make sure you've subbed and turned on that bell because you're going to like them when they come out! Thank you for watching and I look forward to seeing your comments on future videos.
Consider pea gravel or decomposed granite opposed to concrete, wood or paver patios. Add a mix of small trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants. Buy them smaller and be patient
Trendy and contemporary, but doesn't work at all with the house. Also, just like all trends, it will be dated quickly. Very informative though...👍 Agree with literally everything you pointed out. These shows are kinda fun, but since the magic of editing is used either way, why don't they implement things properly and do the heavy lifting to make it right initially and then get the friends and family to help with the finishing elements over a weekend so that it still fits in a show. Great tips, off to watch more of your content. I'd love to see some before and afters with a great breakdown of the how and why. I'm looking for ideas for my brother's city backyard and binging videos. So far what I'm seeing are a ton of timelapses of lame deck builds and really flowery cottage style flower gardens for people who like high maintenance. There's definitely room for your style. Even better if you can incorporate eco and sustainable aspects. Thanks 👍
@Andrea Bell thank you so much for the comment! Sounds like your brother is in good hands. Yes, there are lots of UA-cam channels that show time-lapse of their work showing the before and after effect. Those are great videos and can give lots of ideas but the one thing they typically lack is the how and why. I run around 60 projects a year and will be showing some of them from design to finish throughout the year in the channel. When I break down the design I definitely cover the how and why so stay tuned for those. See you soon!
@@BobbyKDesigns actually if there were more great designs I'd love the time lapses, you can get a lot from them from a big picture pov. I like Atmoss Vert's channel because he does a video on each segment and then a timelapse of the entire project at the end as it's own video as well. It's a fantastic format because you know you can get a more in depth explanation of any of the things that appeal. I'm sure there are other good channels that blend modern GOOD design before and afters with content. I just haven't found them yet. And I've searched everything I can think of. So there aren't ENOUGH of them 😁 I'll be staying tuned!
Good Use of a focal point with function At least 1 week if most is pre constructed but 3 to 4 is more realistic including irrigation. Planting design very ho hum. Cost 20K plus another 5-10k for a decent water feature and maybe firepit.
@Sierramade1. Lots of this depends on how many laborers on the site, location, etc. Very good points you made! It seems like you are in the trades? Thank you for watching and the comment!
Be mindful of your weather's behavior. I say this because I bought my home 1 year ago and found the wind here brings lots of dust and sand from local farms nearby. So placement of fences or privacy screens may tackle more then just security and privacy. So get to know your weather prior to your decision to makeover your yard.
15:59 DIY people you MUST understand that there are odds for you to make a project of this level work from concept to construction and the dollars saved doing it, but it is not very likely. Yes, there are people who are incredibly gifted and can nail a project like this one on the first go, but thats not realistic for the rest of society. A project like this is way easier when you have a highly experienced person over your shoulder planning everything and telling you NOT what to do so you don't have the experience of failures in time and costs - design side and construction side. With that said, they showed a shot with about 13 workers @ 12 hours each for 2 days = 312 hours. Depending where you live, what market that can average between $25-45 per hour. At $45.00 per hour that's $14,040.00 JUST FOR LABOR raw without any mark up from insurance and overhead that must be calculated on top of the base the 14k. Then entire project I would not build for under 40k. I've built 36" x 12" x 30' planters with footings and green screens for $30k+ that took 5 days with 4 crew. Tips: ***Avoid pit falls of soil removal*** Another HUGE expense when demoing is the type of soil you have, where it gets moved, how it gets moved, and or disposed of and how much that expense ends up being if you have to haul and pay fees for disposal. Example: you plan to demo say 5 tons of soil, but it ends up being 10-15 tons because right beneath the surface you get 2" and 3" or greater of rock. It happens, and trust me, when you are on the contracting side (or DIY side) you had better put in an 'allowance' for demo for unseen sub surfaces or at least budget additional costs for unexpected soil removal. ***Software*** Want to DIY a backyard project similar or larger than the above project, pay a couple hundred dollars for a bidding software for landscaping, learn it and use it. I know, it takes time, but why wouldn't you want to spend $300 and the time to learn it to possibly save 1,0000.00's of dollars AND creating a realistic budget? Imagine getting into a DIY of 30k+ and realizing you need $10,000 or 20k more. Right. Keep up the great insight Bobby! I like how you are not afraid to say it how it is. I'd like to add, please repeat or animate major fails people do not consider. Example you mentioned was permitting. I would hammer that advice you gave on that fail alone a few times and highlight the crap out of it. So so sooooooo many people have no clue what setbacks and limitations on structural heights their local implementation agencies require. Including maybe giving a quick bullet of what the steps may be and on average how long it takes to pull the actual permit, the drawings required, fees etc. city county etc..
@@BobbyKDesigns my pleasure keep up the work, and I do mean it. Very few folks understand how much goes into a production you are putting together. Just remember, you put out your art, it is what it is. One thing in photography I learned over literally thousands and thousands of hours of photo editing was, never bother taking a shot if you don't understand if it is even able to be edited. If you are doing all of the vdo work yourself, my hat is completely off for you. You're doing a great job, I suspect the entire process will be more fluid and can only expect some of your future vdo's and infromation to come together. You got the right attitude, Keep moving forward!
we have a hugh yard that is pretty bad, we keep saying we want to fix it up ourselves, but then never get to it :( The other option is unaffordable for us
@nancy Rutman those would definitely be some nice items to have! Great observation! Thank you for the comment and I look forward to hearing from you in future videos.❤️
@Tierra Design. I liked the pergola design for sure. A bit bigger would have been nice but in 2 days it's a pretty phenomenal undertaking. Pretty amazing yard transformation. Thank you for the comment! :)
First time viewer and I have an outdoor landscaping outfit. Yea I didn’t even notice their raised garden until you verbally said it was there. The problem that I see in 200+ photos I’ve looked at for ideas, People do some Accentuating Add Ons HOWEVER their Plants they put into the raised Cinderblocks bed are usually Horrendous and have no theme, have no accenting power, it all blended into to the backdrdb. $2500 ?! What in the world?! Lol Where do u get ur workers from in 2022? I mean Prepping renting, workers, Cement, Cinderblocks, Floating, Masonry work, STUCCO or Pdump truck full of wildly-mediocre blended, assortment of Rocks and so on. I. Currently am finishing up a 4 Level / Row of Cinderblocks w/ Capsstones etc, It’s going to have a Long Wooden Bench up front in the middle, w/ some Planter Housings for each end, maybe do a Water feature as Ed 1 of the planters. N RC I also had to pour Custom concrete pavers 4x2, put in White Rock gardens all around so I’ll see how the final Project(s) look….)Oh I’m having to do all by myself. Finding help is difficult to Say the least and So I just gave up on training new ppl ya know.)
@Don Johnson. Thank you for watching and the comment! Oh, I do know the struggles of finding good help! I transitioned to being a GC about 5 years ago and OMG what a difference in my life! At some point, I will be coming out with a course to help those in the field get out and scale their business. I hope to see you again in the comments!
I agree, hideous water feature. Impractical and cheap looking. I’m curious why you didn’t mention this and I’ve always thought of this when watching these shows… they never install any irrigation !?? So this couple has to water every plant individually until they become established?
@BryanJ Irrigation is a big miss. A drip system is pretty easy to install and would make a huge difference for the couple. With limited time I’m sure this came into account. Pretty incredible what they do in 2 days though. Thank you for watching and the well thought out comment!🤜🏻
Can you provide ideas for a beautiful AND functional backyard design for a small area focused on veggie garden + fruit tree orchard? I can send you pics of what I have as an example.
@Natalie Wood. I think I can do one better! I will be reviewing a yard similar to what you are describing in an upcoming video so stay tuned! If you're ever interested in a design for your space you can sign up on my website. Thank you for watching!!!
@Debra Pollard Hey there. Thank you so much for watching. I do this for people all over the country. Most of the videos that you see are actually from UA-cam subscribers who have signed up for a design or a consultation. If you go on my website you can fill out the customer submission form and see if you think it’s a fit for you. Happy to help!
They did not put enough thought into the Pergola blocking one of the windows. All it would take is to make the Pergola wider or just move it over another 1 1/2 feet!
Imo the pergola is too small and oddly placed ie: one of the poles is right in front of one of the windows blocking the view from inside. And all and all everything seemed designed more for looks than function/ comfort. That’s my biggest downside here. I think good design does both and sacrifices neither... the other thing that kind of bothered me is that the style of the house didn’t match the style of the backyard. I’d have liked to see them tie in better, even though I know it’s tv show thing, but I hate for things to feel plopped into a space and that makes it feel alien rather than integrated...
@julianne089. That is one of the difficult things about a 4 post pergola along the back of the house. It's bound to block a window! With this style home, I think this vibe can be pulled off but softening it a bit would probably go a long way. Maybe a patch of lawn vs. all rock, some more planters(colorful pots), and some better furniture. Overall, pretty phenomenal what was done in 2 days though. Thank you for watching and I greatly appreciate the comment!
The water feature in that backyard is awful. I would have left that out completely. I love your suggestion about putting a water wall near the garage instead of the pergola. Fun video, great tips, and giving props where they are due!
I didn't like that they positioned the pergola in front of a window. They could have moved it over about 15 to 18 inches to avoid this. Your right walking on rock barefoot is not comfortable.
In de tuin hebben veel mensen de neiging om grijs te gebruiken omdat de neutraliteit ervan de perfecte achtergrond vormt voor een breed scala aan bloemen
@Jerry Keenan. That is a pretty big no no. It would have been nice if they attached to the house and then had 2 posts out towards the yard. Live and Learn I guess...Thank you for watching!
I honestly think the new backyard design is ugly. I don’t like the large pebbles. I don’t like the table and bar or the slats. I would not be able to relax back there at all.
No problem. I love landscaping because there are so many directions a space can go. This backyard is not for everyone but I do know that there is a backyard out there for everyone.❤️
I saw the excessive use of rocks and cut the video off. This is horrendous. Also Pergola right in front of the back window instead of far into the yard. Unnecessary water feature....wtf
very sad to see this ''modern'' trend in backyards , completely denatured, no birds,no butterflies no lizards nothing buts ants perhaps surviving on food bits dropped by the '''party goers'',they will be partying for a few hours a week they don't need an entire back yard for this , gives me little hope for the other animals we are supposed to be sharing this planet with.....please don't take this post down, people need to know...
@michael joncour I have no problem with you stating your opinion on this design style. I think what is great about this channel is we’re building a community together and everyone can have a voice in the comments. I love nature myself and although I do feel this backyard is an incredibly small postage stamp of this planet I can see where you’re coming from when it comes to some other properties. Thank you for the comment and I look forward to seeing you Comment on future videos.
@@BobbyKDesigns hi bobby thank you for your understanding reply, i watched this video after watching''american reacts to why australia's suburbs are so hot'', it was rather depressing seeing the new suburbs, small blocks, large houses and really no room for anything you could call a garden, i felt if i said nothing i could change nothing, probably flogging a dead horse but you gotta try, i think maybe too many people just wan't to sit on their butts and watch football etc
@@michaeljoncour4903 I loved your comment! As I was driving into the gym today I thought about it. Now that I’ve got a little bit of a following I will be mentioning things like this and maybe it will have a little bit of a ripple effect? You don’t know unless you try… Thanks again
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This is my yard! We did a lot more to it after the show, including adding a lawn behind the garage and turning the water feature into a planter. Great reviews video.
Holy cow! I recognize you obviously! Lol I probably watched your episode a good 15 times. You guys are the best part of that show! Thanks for watching and the comment.
So lucky!!!
How do you get the house renderings to start with?
@@anthonysettle8635 I can design for you. www.bobbykdesigns.com
Loved this video. I enjoyed learning the points of each stations functionality. Makes perfect sense to know how detailed to be when planning. Do you have any xeriscape ideas or pointers?
Thank you. I don’t do a ton of xeriscape designs but I do have this video which may help: ua-cam.com/video/aq8fIul0Jvk/v-deo.htmlsi=d2ea89aopvMwNe4V
@@BobbyKDesigns thank you. This is helpful.
I am totally hating the pergola post in front of the window. That would bother me until the end of time. Make the pergola just a bit bigger so it doesn't have a post right in front of a window.
That would definitely make a difference for anyone on the inside! :). Thank you for the comment!
I'm with you, Kathleen! Is that even up to code, obstructing egress?
thank you. very informative
You bet!
Always learning something valuable when watching your videos. Keep them coming!
Thank you so much! New video Friday!!
Great job this is awesome.
Thank you Elaina!
I like how you think ahead in your plans and bring it from awesome to just extra awesome 👌👌
@Jessica Pinto. Thank you so much Jessica! I try. I watched this video about 10 times and really wanted to spotlight opportunities I saw that you could take with you and use in your yard! :)
@@BobbyKDesigns well, fingers crossed that sometimes soon I might actually have one 🤞🤞🤟🤟
You get me so excited to start working every time I watch your videos!
Right on! I’m so happy that you found the channel and we’re having fun watching. Thanks for the comment!
I love your videos! Thanks for posting.
You are so welcome!
Great share! We love these type of videos!
I’m so glad to hear that because I have another yard crashers episode coming out next week! Stay tuned
Fabulous info. I love it.
@susan dombrowski thank you so much! I’m filming some new videos this week and I’m gonna do another one of your style! Stay tuned!
Good points on improvement, I looked at all that gravel / pebbles and said to myself what a waste of opportunity to better the build. Love the floating bench idea and totally agree on the lounge area needed to be paved. The other thing with using so much timber in the design is what people don't think of..... timber deteriorates over time and is high maintenance - if using timber it is best to make sure is has cover from the outdoor elements. Do more build break downs like this - really enjoyed it!
@Sushi Samurai. Thank you for watching and the comment! I love floating benches! They are so cool and talk about a focal point. I'm going to work on another yard crashers review soon so stay tuned.
I love your videos!❤
Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️
I really enjoy it good work keep doing it
@Helene Pivin. Thank you so much! I'm going to make another Yard Crashers video soon!!! Stay tuned.
Been watching your videos for a while now and you never disappoint. Always informative and fun to watch. Thanks
Thank you Jose. I try. Thank you for watching!🤜🏻
@@BobbyKDesigns I really appreciate your shows, it's a reach but I I'm a broke home owner who lives in WV and trying to do anything with my yard has been challenging. Any videos that you've done with similar terrain you could point me to? Any advice would be greatly appreciated
Where I am the cost is high whether you pour concrete or buy pavers. I still believe good functional landscaping is a great investment though. Great tips!
Thank you for watching and the comment
Thank you kanye, very cool
Word!🤜🏻
I was wondering if you have a front yard sitting/fire pit area in front of a luxury country home. Maybe to enjoy wine or coffee 😊
Anything is possible with good design! I’d really have to see the house in the layout in order to create that kind of space.
I would have poured the concrete under the table and for a path near and under the couch. Where people are going to be walking/sitting. I’m not a fan of sitting to dine or walking on gravel to get to the couch. Fun show and it was a big improvement.
I hear that. Amazing what they did in 2 days though.
Hello Bobby.
I like the shade sail ideas. It might thwart birdie activity as well over the top of the outdoor seating areas. If you know what I mean.
Machetes work well for plant division. Your water features were absolutely amazing looking. Thank you for the video.
Nancy!!! Great to hear from you! Yes, machetes definitely can do some damage. I thought this backyard was a pretty cool one to share.
How do I get the link for the video you just recommended?
Hi Donna. It is down in the description below. If the link is having trouble, you can type “yard crashers” in UA-cam and I believe it is called Cedar Contemporary from season 16.🤜🏻
Beautiful yard -- definitely perfect for gatherings! I'm on the hunt for some simple ways to dress up a bland yard or simple oasis. This is great inspiration!
I think they did a great job on this project! Simple, clean, and beautiful.
I love this backyard, but I wonder about the stones under the dining and seating area. I would like to have some steps leading up to it and around, so I didn't have to step on stones.
@Courtney F I would prefer pavers for this section. Less wobble opportunities. Thank you for the comment! I see you on other videos! :)
If I am seeing things correctly, they have their dining table and chairs on large pea gravel. I would hate my dining area to be on large pea gravel - your chairs and heels would be wobbly. I also don't like the fact that there is no grass! I loved your suggested alternative for a water feature.
Hey there!!! If you check out the other comments you’ll see that the actual homeowner of this episode contacted me and said they took out the water feature and added grass. Great observation as usual Muktha!🤛🏻
@@BobbyKDesigns so good for you to comment! Love your channel, so glad to have found it!
was THE first observation I made, beneath the table made my skin crawl lol.
How about solar?
There are some great options and they are much cheaper. If you are on a budget they can be a great alternative.
What do you think of the gravel where the table and chairs are? I think it would be difficult to slide the chair in or out. Plus I like to have bare feet in my yard frequently.
@Donna Hamilton. The rocks can be a little uncomfortable. That is why I usually recommend pavers. So many color variations, textures, styles, and are comfortable for your feet. Well thought out comment! Keep them coming! Thank you for watching!
Love All your designs. What software do you use? I own a landscaping company in Delaware and am looking to purchase a software for my Mac!
Thx Jacob. Real time
hi BobbykDesigns big fan of you videos. are you in Seattle area?
i too i just start working in my own if you ever need help i have experience in hardscaping
@Roberto. Thank you so much for watching!!! I am in St. Louis, MO. I design all over the country but we typically stay close to home for projects. Keep it up. The more you install the better you'll get and the better your eye will get for design! I installed for over 10 years and that experience is priceless!
Hey Bobby, if I send you a picture on my house (front and back) could you put together a cool template idea?
Do you charge for the design work and estimating? As LA in residential design build am curious what others are doing and why.
@Sierramade1 I do. I work my butt off on designs so I get paid for my time. If you're ever interested in learning how I've grown/scaled my business which may be of use to you I offer coaching/consulting sessions. Food for thought. Thank you for watching!
Yes good me too. I try to convey that I don't do just design work as I have a crew to keep busy. But then some get design and estimate but are mad about costs. Even with discussions early on about range of costs. I don't know exactly until design is complete and I have run down the cost for estimate. Curious about how others manage. As a PLA I work hard at good design and great construction work. Sometimes discouraging
Hi, I'm new to your channel. I live in Maryland, and I need help designing my backyard. How can I get affordable design help for my space? I am not experienced enough with gardens or carpentry to do a DYI project. Do you have any recommendations?
I do! :). I design nationwide. Check out the link in the description. Also, I will be making an announcement soon about a way to win a free design that I create so stay tuned and subscribe! :)
Bobby I've looked through your video library and didn't find a video landscaping on a budget.... my backyard is empty, blank is nothing but dirt.... any ideas?
@David J. Gallardo. I'm so glad you said this because the next wave of videos I am going to make is landscaping on a budget!!! Make sure you've subbed and turned on that bell because you're going to like them when they come out! Thank you for watching and I look forward to seeing your comments on future videos.
Consider pea gravel or decomposed granite opposed to concrete, wood or paver patios. Add a mix of small trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants. Buy them smaller and be patient
Trendy and contemporary, but doesn't work at all with the house. Also, just like all trends, it will be dated quickly. Very informative though...👍 Agree with literally everything you pointed out.
These shows are kinda fun, but since the magic of editing is used either way, why don't they implement things properly and do the heavy lifting to make it right initially and then get the friends and family to help with the finishing elements over a weekend so that it still fits in a show.
Great tips, off to watch more of your content. I'd love to see some before and afters with a great breakdown of the how and why. I'm looking for ideas for my brother's city backyard and binging videos. So far what I'm seeing are a ton of timelapses of lame deck builds and really flowery cottage style flower gardens for people who like high maintenance. There's definitely room for your style. Even better if you can incorporate eco and sustainable aspects. Thanks 👍
@Andrea Bell thank you so much for the comment! Sounds like your brother is in good hands. Yes, there are lots of UA-cam channels that show time-lapse of their work showing the before and after effect. Those are great videos and can give lots of ideas but the one thing they typically lack is the how and why. I run around 60 projects a year and will be showing some of them from design to finish throughout the year in the channel. When I break down the design I definitely cover the how and why so stay tuned for those. See you soon!
@@BobbyKDesigns actually if there were more great designs I'd love the time lapses, you can get a lot from them from a big picture pov. I like Atmoss Vert's channel because he does a video on each segment and then a timelapse of the entire project at the end as it's own video as well. It's a fantastic format because you know you can get a more in depth explanation of any of the things that appeal. I'm sure there are other good channels that blend modern GOOD design before and afters with content. I just haven't found them yet. And I've searched everything I can think of. So there aren't ENOUGH of them 😁
I'll be staying tuned!
U r great
WOW! Thank you. I appreciate you watching!
Good Use of a focal point with function
At least 1 week if most is pre constructed but 3 to 4 is more realistic including irrigation. Planting design very ho hum. Cost 20K plus another 5-10k for a decent water feature and maybe firepit.
@Sierramade1. Lots of this depends on how many laborers on the site, location, etc. Very good points you made! It seems like you are in the trades? Thank you for watching and the comment!
In contrast with the previous tranquil woodland garden
Nice 💐⚡❤
Thank you for watching!👍🏼
Be mindful of your weather's behavior. I say this because I bought my home 1 year ago and found the wind here brings lots of dust and sand from local farms nearby. So placement of fences or privacy screens may tackle more then just security and privacy. So get to know your weather prior to your decision to makeover your yard.
The pergola's post obstructs their window view?!
@Megan McKissick. Yes they do! Pretty big miss there.
15:59 DIY people you MUST understand that there are odds for you to make a project of this level work from concept to construction and the dollars saved doing it, but it is not very likely. Yes, there are people who are incredibly gifted and can nail a project like this one on the first go, but thats not realistic for the rest of society. A project like this is way easier when you have a highly experienced person over your shoulder planning everything and telling you NOT what to do so you don't have the experience of failures in time and costs - design side and construction side.
With that said, they showed a shot with about 13 workers @ 12 hours each for 2 days = 312 hours. Depending where you live, what market that can average between $25-45 per hour. At $45.00 per hour that's $14,040.00 JUST FOR LABOR raw without any mark up from insurance and overhead that must be calculated on top of the base the 14k. Then entire project I would not build for under 40k. I've built 36" x 12" x 30' planters with footings and green screens for $30k+ that took 5 days with 4 crew.
Tips:
***Avoid pit falls of soil removal*** Another HUGE expense when demoing is the type of soil you have, where it gets moved, how it gets moved, and or disposed of and how much that expense ends up being if you have to haul and pay fees for disposal. Example: you plan to demo say 5 tons of soil, but it ends up being 10-15 tons because right beneath the surface you get 2" and 3" or greater of rock. It happens, and trust me, when you are on the contracting side (or DIY side) you had better put in an 'allowance' for demo for unseen sub surfaces or at least budget additional costs for unexpected soil removal.
***Software*** Want to DIY a backyard project similar or larger than the above project, pay a couple hundred dollars for a bidding software for landscaping, learn it and use it. I know, it takes time, but why wouldn't you want to spend $300 and the time to learn it to possibly save 1,0000.00's of dollars AND creating a realistic budget? Imagine getting into a DIY of 30k+ and realizing you need $10,000 or 20k more. Right.
Keep up the great insight Bobby! I like how you are not afraid to say it how it is. I'd like to add, please repeat or animate major fails people do not consider. Example you mentioned was permitting. I would hammer that advice you gave on that fail alone a few times and highlight the crap out of it. So so sooooooo many people have no clue what setbacks and limitations on structural heights their local implementation agencies require. Including maybe giving a quick bullet of what the steps may be and on average how long it takes to pull the actual permit, the drawings required, fees etc. city county etc..
@D S. This comment is A M A Z I N G! So insightful and well said. I look forward to hearing more from you on future videos!!! Thank you so much!
@@BobbyKDesigns my pleasure keep up the work, and I do mean it. Very few folks understand how much goes into a production you are putting together. Just remember, you put out your art, it is what it is. One thing in photography I learned over literally thousands and thousands of hours of photo editing was, never bother taking a shot if you don't understand if it is even able to be edited. If you are doing all of the vdo work yourself, my hat is completely off for you. You're doing a great job, I suspect the entire process will be more fluid and can only expect some of your future vdo's and infromation to come together. You got the right attitude, Keep moving forward!
@@DS-ju2sq thank you!!! I have a small team helping. I probably edited the first 80 videos myself. Takes a lot of time.
we have a hugh yard that is pretty bad, we keep saying we want to fix it up ourselves, but then never get to it :( The other option is unaffordable for us
Start with a design and then do a little at a time. A phased approach is key to getting what you want at a budget you can afford over time.👍🏼
I didn't see a space for a grill, which seems kind of important. And there's no storage for any outdoor items under the pergola.
@nancy Rutman those would definitely be some nice items to have! Great observation! Thank you for the comment and I look forward to hearing from you in future videos.❤️
I concur that water feature was weak the other thing that really hit me was the pérgola in front of the homeowners window…was a bit saddening for me.
@Tierra Design. I liked the pergola design for sure. A bit bigger would have been nice but in 2 days it's a pretty phenomenal undertaking. Pretty amazing yard transformation. Thank you for the comment! :)
First time viewer and I have an outdoor landscaping outfit.
Yea I didn’t even notice their raised garden until you verbally said it was there.
The problem that I see in 200+ photos I’ve looked at for ideas, People do some Accentuating Add Ons HOWEVER their Plants they put into the raised Cinderblocks bed are usually Horrendous and have no theme, have no accenting power, it all blended into to the backdrdb. $2500 ?! What in the world?! Lol Where do u get ur workers from in 2022? I mean Prepping renting, workers, Cement, Cinderblocks, Floating, Masonry work, STUCCO or Pdump truck full of wildly-mediocre blended, assortment of Rocks and so on.
I. Currently am finishing up a 4 Level / Row of Cinderblocks w/ Capsstones etc, It’s going to have a Long Wooden Bench up front in the middle, w/ some Planter Housings for each end, maybe do a Water feature as Ed 1 of the planters. N RC
I also had to pour Custom concrete pavers 4x2, put in White Rock gardens all around so I’ll see how the final Project(s) look….)Oh I’m having to do all by myself. Finding help is difficult to Say the least and So I just gave up on training new ppl ya know.)
@Don Johnson. Thank you for watching and the comment! Oh, I do know the struggles of finding good help! I transitioned to being a GC about 5 years ago and OMG what a difference in my life! At some point, I will be coming out with a course to help those in the field get out and scale their business. I hope to see you again in the comments!
I agree, hideous water feature. Impractical and cheap looking. I’m curious why you didn’t mention this and I’ve always thought of this when watching these shows… they never install any irrigation !?? So this couple has to water every plant individually until they become established?
@BryanJ Irrigation is a big miss. A drip system is pretty easy to install and would make a huge difference for the couple. With limited time I’m sure this came into account. Pretty incredible what they do in 2 days though. Thank you for watching and the well thought out comment!🤜🏻
The bar is too think. It could double as a food station if we’re a bit wider.
What do you charge for a back yard design? I know, you need more info but just for a basic plan.
@jason sperling go to the website abs sign up in the waitlist. I’ll reach out to you soon with pricing.
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Can you provide ideas for a beautiful AND functional backyard design for a small area focused on veggie garden + fruit tree orchard? I can send you pics of what I have as an example.
@Natalie Wood. I think I can do one better! I will be reviewing a yard similar to what you are describing in an upcoming video so stay tuned! If you're ever interested in a design for your space you can sign up on my website. Thank you for watching!!!
If I send you a picture of my yard would you offer suggestions?
@Debra Pollard Hey there. Thank you so much for watching. I do this for people all over the country. Most of the videos that you see are actually from UA-cam subscribers who have signed up for a design or a consultation. If you go on my website you can fill out the customer submission form and see if you think it’s a fit for you. Happy to help!
@@BobbyKDesigns I having trying locating your website
They did not put enough thought into the Pergola blocking one of the windows. All it would take is to make the Pergola wider or just move it over another 1 1/2 feet!
Imo the pergola is too small and oddly placed ie: one of the poles is right in front of one of the windows blocking the view from inside. And all and all everything seemed designed more for looks than function/ comfort. That’s my biggest downside here. I think good design does both and sacrifices neither... the other thing that kind of bothered me is that the style of the house didn’t match the style of the backyard. I’d have liked to see them tie in better, even though I know it’s tv show thing, but I hate for things to feel plopped into a space and that makes it feel alien rather than integrated...
@julianne089. That is one of the difficult things about a 4 post pergola along the back of the house. It's bound to block a window! With this style home, I think this vibe can be pulled off but softening it a bit would probably go a long way. Maybe a patch of lawn vs. all rock, some more planters(colorful pots), and some better furniture. Overall, pretty phenomenal what was done in 2 days though. Thank you for watching and I greatly appreciate the comment!
Bobby K can you help me I have a very small back yard and I love doing plants but it just needs help can you or anybody help me
The water feature in that backyard is awful. I would have left that out completely. I love your suggestion about putting a water wall near the garage instead of the pergola. Fun video, great tips, and giving props where they are due!
Sarah!!! I’m surprised you watch the whole video! Lol you’re the best!
I didn't like that they positioned the pergola in front of a window. They could have moved it over about 15 to 18 inches to avoid this. Your right walking on rock barefoot is not comfortable.
Is it just me are or the yard crashers gone from YT?
@MTR You can find yard crasher episodes on UA-cam. I think you can buy them for two dollars each.
In de tuin hebben veel mensen de neiging om grijs te gebruiken omdat de neutraliteit ervan de perfecte achtergrond vormt voor een breed scala aan bloemen
In the garden, many people tend to use gray because its neutrality provides the perfect background for a wide variety of flowers.
They put a post right in front of a window!! What the heck. ??? These are the pros...???
@Jerry Keenan. That is a pretty big no no. It would have been nice if they attached to the house and then had 2 posts out towards the yard. Live and Learn I guess...Thank you for watching!
Bad placement of the pergola, a structure of adjustable size that it is blocking a window.... looks like a major goof....
I would not like the posts in front of windows. At all.
One downside but quite a yard transformation.👍🏼
I honestly think the new backyard design is ugly. I don’t like the large pebbles. I don’t like the table and bar or the slats. I would not be able to relax back there at all.
No problem. I love landscaping because there are so many directions a space can go. This backyard is not for everyone but I do know that there is a backyard out there for everyone.❤️
I saw the excessive use of rocks and cut the video off. This is horrendous. Also Pergola right in front of the back window instead of far into the yard. Unnecessary water feature....wtf
30k? That sounds cheap - maybe California is just more expensive.
@Sudo Nimm. California is definitely a bit more. Probably closer to $40K-$45K all in. Thank you for watching!
This makes me rethink everything. Thank you for replying! You've got a great personality.
@@willinguyen1 thank you for watching!!! I appreciate the compliment.🤪
very sad to see this ''modern'' trend in backyards , completely denatured, no birds,no butterflies no lizards nothing buts ants perhaps surviving on food bits dropped by the '''party goers'',they will be partying for a few hours a week they don't need an entire back yard for this , gives me little hope for the other animals we are supposed to be sharing this planet with.....please don't take this post down, people need to know...
@michael joncour I have no problem with you stating your opinion on this design style. I think what is great about this channel is we’re building a community together and everyone can have a voice in the comments. I love nature myself and although I do feel this backyard is an incredibly small postage stamp of this planet I can see where you’re coming from when it comes to some other properties. Thank you for the comment and I look forward to seeing you Comment on future videos.
@@BobbyKDesigns hi bobby thank you for your understanding reply, i watched this video after watching''american reacts to why australia's suburbs are so hot'', it was rather depressing seeing the new suburbs, small blocks, large houses and really no room for anything you could call a garden, i felt if i said nothing i could change nothing, probably flogging a dead horse but you gotta try, i think maybe too many people just wan't to sit on their butts and watch football etc
@@michaeljoncour4903 I loved your comment! As I was driving into the gym today I thought about it. Now that I’ve got a little bit of a following I will be mentioning things like this and maybe it will have a little bit of a ripple effect? You don’t know unless you try… Thanks again
Ridiculous that you need a permit to do such simple stuff on your own property.
Everyone wants a handout. Truth, municipalities want to make sure homeowners aren’t building ugly things to bring down the value of the neighborhood.
Good info but too much of side talking, I prefer if you go straight to the point. I dont have the time and patience for all your blah blah blah.
@Paula Moreno. Point taken. I will try and shorten it up.
Then don’t watch the video….?
This is such a rude comment lol. Drop your youtube channel link Paula, so we can see how it's done. 😊
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