Outdoor Living Spaces
Custom-designed patios, outdoor seating areas, fire pits, fireplaces, and complete outdoor kitchens and BBQ areas that extend your home's living space and create the perfect environment for entertaining and relaxation.
Transform your Atlanta home with comprehensive outdoor makeover solutions designed for Georgia's unique climate and lifestyle. From custom patios and outdoor kitchens to elegant hardscaping and lush landscaping, Higginbotham Design brings over 35 years of local expertise to create outdoor living spaces that withstand Atlanta's humid summers and mild winters while perfectly complementing your home's architecture.
From concept to completion, we deliver comprehensive outdoor transformations including custom living spaces, expert hardscaping, and professional landscaping.
Custom-designed patios, outdoor seating areas, fire pits, fireplaces, and complete outdoor kitchens and BBQ areas that extend your home's living space and create the perfect environment for entertaining and relaxation.
Expert installation of walkways, pathways, driveway enhancements, retaining walls, and garden walls using premium Belgard certified materials with durable construction and professional craftsmanship.
Comprehensive landscaping solutions including custom design plans, seasonal design tailored to your property, and professional ongoing care to keep your outdoor space looking its absolute best year-round.
Personalized outdoor design consultations that consider your lifestyle, budget, and property characteristics to create a cohesive plan that transforms your vision into reality with expert guidance.
Complete outdoor culinary spaces featuring built-in grills, countertops, storage, and entertainment areas designed for the ultimate outdoor dining and hosting experience with family and friends.
Custom fire pits and outdoor fireplaces that create warm, inviting gathering spaces perfect for extending outdoor enjoyment through cooler evenings and creating memorable moments with loved ones.
At Higginbotham Design, we understand that Atlanta homeowners deserve outdoor spaces that handle our region's climate while reflecting their unique style. With over 35 years of local experience, our family and veteran-owned team delivers complete outdoor makeovers that seamlessly blend hardscaping, landscaping, and functional living areas. As a Belgard Authorized Contractor with an A+ BBB rating, we provide premium materials, expert installation, and warranties that protect your investment—creating outdoor environments perfectly suited to Georgia living.
Discover why Atlanta-area homeowners trust us with their outdoor makeover projects and complete transformations.
"Jim and his crew gave us the complete 5 star experience . They were prompt ,professional and courteous even when changes were requested and/or they had to scramble for materials due to current shortages. They were happy to answer any questions while they worked and finished ahead of schedule and..."
"Working with Jim was great. He listened to what we had in mind and made great suggestions. When we decided to make some changes to the original plan he was agreeable and accommodating. The final result great exceeded our expectations. His crew is very hard working. Very! Plus that this..."
"Awesome job. Because of Covid everything was delayed and James kept us well informed. There was a small issue with pavers ( no fault of company) and it was handled very professionally by them. I highly recommend them"
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"James and his crew did a wonderful job. We are just delighted with our pond. He did exactly what he said he’d do! We couldn’t be happier with his work."
"Amazing experience. My wife and I wanted to put in a patio in the backyard to have friends and family over to do cookouts. We weren’t sure what to do, how to design, or how to go about it. We had an idea, but it was always a mud pit..."
"Absolutely love the steps they put in! Great quality, looks great, and was done quickly."
"Jim and his crew were totally professional, easy to communicate with, fair in price, and did more than was expected of them. They did a fantastic job and I highly recommend them for stone wall, landscaping, and design work."
"As a veteran myself, I appreciated working with a veteran-owned business. The team was knowledgeable, respectful, and did beautiful work on our retaining wall and landscape design. Our yard has never looked better!"
"Jim and his team did a fabulous job installing a stone fire pit/patio and several stone walkways. His patience, attention to detail, and willingness to work with us to make our visions come to life is unmatched. Jim was constantly onsite while his crew worked and listened to our input..."
"We had a very good professional and informative relationship with this company. Mr. Higginbotham is open with changes and new ideals that shaped our overall design for the patio garden, we are very pleased with the finished product. The Black’s"
"Higginbotham Designs, LLC is an outstanding company. Jim Higginbotham was incredibly responsive from the start. He spent as much time as necessary, traveling to our house multiple times, simply to get our concept exactly how we wanted it. His estimate was spot-on and the completed project of our very large..."
"Jim and his team built a large water feature in our front yard. They were friendly, professional, and extremely hard working. The rocks complement the surrounding terrain. The noise is soothing. Jim even gave me irises to plant in the waterfall. We love it, especially the frogs!"
"We had a fantastic experience with Jim Higginbotham building our stone patio and deck. We had been staring at mud and the remnants of a concrete slab and 20 year old deck for over a year. We also needed to solve our drainage problem. Water had been seeping into our..."
"Great quality of work and attention to detail. You’ll notice the difference!"
"Jim and his crew gave us the complete 5 star experience . They were prompt ,professional and courteous even when changes were requested and/or they had to scramble for materials due to current shortages. They were happy to answer any questions while they worked and finished ahead of schedule and..."
"Working with Jim was great. He listened to what we had in mind and made great suggestions. When we decided to make some changes to the original plan he was agreeable and accommodating. The final result great exceeded our expectations. His crew is very hard working. Very! Plus that this..."
"Awesome job. Because of Covid everything was delayed and James kept us well informed. There was a small issue with pavers ( no fault of company) and it was handled very professionally by them. I highly recommend them"
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"James and his crew did a wonderful job. We are just delighted with our pond. He did exactly what he said he’d do! We couldn’t be happier with his work."
"Amazing experience. My wife and I wanted to put in a patio in the backyard to have friends and family over to do cookouts. We weren’t sure what to do, how to design, or how to go about it. We had an idea, but it was always a mud pit..."
"Absolutely love the steps they put in! Great quality, looks great, and was done quickly."
"Jim and his crew were totally professional, easy to communicate with, fair in price, and did more than was expected of them. They did a fantastic job and I highly recommend them for stone wall, landscaping, and design work."
"As a veteran myself, I appreciated working with a veteran-owned business. The team was knowledgeable, respectful, and did beautiful work on our retaining wall and landscape design. Our yard has never looked better!"
"Jim and his team did a fabulous job installing a stone fire pit/patio and several stone walkways. His patience, attention to detail, and willingness to work with us to make our visions come to life is unmatched. Jim was constantly onsite while his crew worked and listened to our input..."
"We had a very good professional and informative relationship with this company. Mr. Higginbotham is open with changes and new ideals that shaped our overall design for the patio garden, we are very pleased with the finished product. The Black’s"
"Higginbotham Designs, LLC is an outstanding company. Jim Higginbotham was incredibly responsive from the start. He spent as much time as necessary, traveling to our house multiple times, simply to get our concept exactly how we wanted it. His estimate was spot-on and the completed project of our very large..."
"Jim and his team built a large water feature in our front yard. They were friendly, professional, and extremely hard working. The rocks complement the surrounding terrain. The noise is soothing. Jim even gave me irises to plant in the waterfall. We love it, especially the frogs!"
"We had a fantastic experience with Jim Higginbotham building our stone patio and deck. We had been staring at mud and the remnants of a concrete slab and 20 year old deck for over a year. We also needed to solve our drainage problem. Water had been seeping into our..."
"Great quality of work and attention to detail. You’ll notice the difference!"
"Jim and his crew gave us the complete 5 star experience . They were prompt ,professional and courteous even when changes were requested and/or they had to scramble for materials due to current shortages. They were happy to answer any questions while they worked and finished ahead of schedule and..."
"Working with Jim was great. He listened to what we had in mind and made great suggestions. When we decided to make some changes to the original plan he was agreeable and accommodating. The final result great exceeded our expectations. His crew is very hard working. Very! Plus that this..."
"Awesome job. Because of Covid everything was delayed and James kept us well informed. There was a small issue with pavers ( no fault of company) and it was handled very professionally by them. I highly recommend them"
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"James and his crew did a wonderful job. We are just delighted with our pond. He did exactly what he said he’d do! We couldn’t be happier with his work."
"Amazing experience. My wife and I wanted to put in a patio in the backyard to have friends and family over to do cookouts. We weren’t sure what to do, how to design, or how to go about it. We had an idea, but it was always a mud pit..."
"Absolutely love the steps they put in! Great quality, looks great, and was done quickly."
"Jim and his crew were totally professional, easy to communicate with, fair in price, and did more than was expected of them. They did a fantastic job and I highly recommend them for stone wall, landscaping, and design work."
"As a veteran myself, I appreciated working with a veteran-owned business. The team was knowledgeable, respectful, and did beautiful work on our retaining wall and landscape design. Our yard has never looked better!"
"Jim and his team did a fabulous job installing a stone fire pit/patio and several stone walkways. His patience, attention to detail, and willingness to work with us to make our visions come to life is unmatched. Jim was constantly onsite while his crew worked and listened to our input..."
"We had a very good professional and informative relationship with this company. Mr. Higginbotham is open with changes and new ideals that shaped our overall design for the patio garden, we are very pleased with the finished product. The Black’s"
"Higginbotham Designs, LLC is an outstanding company. Jim Higginbotham was incredibly responsive from the start. He spent as much time as necessary, traveling to our house multiple times, simply to get our concept exactly how we wanted it. His estimate was spot-on and the completed project of our very large..."
"Jim and his team built a large water feature in our front yard. They were friendly, professional, and extremely hard working. The rocks complement the surrounding terrain. The noise is soothing. Jim even gave me irises to plant in the waterfall. We love it, especially the frogs!"
"We had a fantastic experience with Jim Higginbotham building our stone patio and deck. We had been staring at mud and the remnants of a concrete slab and 20 year old deck for over a year. We also needed to solve our drainage problem. Water had been seeping into our..."
"Great quality of work and attention to detail. You’ll notice the difference!"
Discover what sets us apart as Atlanta's trusted outdoor makeover specialists.
Over three decades transforming Atlanta-area outdoor spaces with deep understanding of regional climate, soils, and homeowner preferences.
Certified installer with exclusive access to premium Belgard materials, specialized training, and comprehensive warranties protecting your investment.
A family-focused company with veteran values delivering reliable service, honest communication, and commitment to exceeding expectations on every project.
Licensed, insured, and BBB accredited with outstanding reputation demonstrating our dedication to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Your trusted outdoor transformation experts serving the metro area.
Higginbotham Design is a family and veteran-owned landscape design and installation company that has been transforming Atlanta-area outdoor spaces for over 35 years. Founded on principles of quality craftsmanship and customer-focused service, we've built our reputation as the region's trusted outdoor makeover specialists. Our journey began in Marietta, and through three decades of dedicated service, we've expanded throughout the Atlanta metro area, maintaining the same commitment to excellence that defined our early work. As a Belgard Authorized Contractor with an A+ BBB rating, we combine premium materials with expert installation techniques refined over thousands of projects. Our vision is simple: create outdoor living spaces that enhance our clients' lifestyles while respecting their budgets and exceeding their expectations. Every project reflects our core values of custom design, premium materials, and family-focused service—ensuring your outdoor transformation is completed with professionalism, reliability, and complete peace of mind.
What does a complete outdoor makeover typically include?
A complete outdoor makeover encompasses comprehensive transformation of your outdoor space, typically including hardscape features like patios, walkways, and retaining walls, outdoor living elements such as kitchens, fire pits, or seating areas, and complete landscaping with plants, lighting, and seasonal design. We create custom plans tailored to your property, lifestyle, and budget.
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Proudly transforming outdoor spaces across the Atlanta metro area with expert design and installation services.
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