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Above Northland Design researched Utah-area Native American pottery and basket patterns to incorporate into the stone patios. The 'Tiger Tooth' pattern was inspired by a basket weave, and the spirals were developed from samples of indigenous clay pottery. Middle The red flagstone was used as large, wide banding, and created what became known as the 'Tiger Tooth' pattern around the focal point areas. The 6, 9 and 12-inch cut blond sandstone was used to create a lighter feel for the large patio spaces. Bottom More than 4,000 square feet of stone patio was laid over the concrete slab during construction. Heaters were installed for all the patios to keep them accessible all year. 38 Landscape Architect and Specifier News Fired Up Three additional fire features were included in the design, to create an inviting atmosphere for venturing outside on a cold Park City evening. A traditional fire pit was installed closest to the home, with ample stone seat walls and recessed lighting for safety and visibility. A 'fire garden' was added to the periphery to draw users out into the space and to enjoy the inspiring views. Finally, a half circle fire feature trough was located just outside the spa to provide some additional warmth. The client runs these most nights, sometimes just to look out the windows and see them ablaze. Northland worked with Bratt Landscaping out of Pleasant Grove, Utah, to take the project from blueprints and renderings to the real world. Bratt's experience on large-scale projects, attention to detail and project management skills were familiar to Northland, and the firms worked together on site to place each plant and make necessary adjustments along the way. A landscape plan is only as good as the contractor installing it, and Bratt proved this was true. Dennis Loomis Construction oversaw the heavy construction of the project, and solved many of the site's web of logistical challenges, including city approvals, utilities for the fire features and electrical requirements.