Custom Patio Design
Personalized patio designs tailored to your outdoor space, lifestyle needs, and budget. We create detailed plans incorporating your vision with our three decades of design expertise and knowledge of local architectural styles.
Transform your outdoor living space with expertly installed patio pavers that withstand Georgia's humid summers and occasional freeze-thaw cycles. Our family and veteran-owned team brings over 35 years of Marietta-area expertise to every project, using premium Belgard materials backed by exclusive warranties. Whether you envision an intimate gathering space or an expansive entertainment area, we'll craft a custom paver patio that perfectly complements your home's architecture and your lifestyle.
Complete patio paver solutions from design consultation to final installation, featuring premium materials and expert craftsmanship.
Personalized patio designs tailored to your outdoor space, lifestyle needs, and budget. We create detailed plans incorporating your vision with our three decades of design expertise and knowledge of local architectural styles.
Access to exclusive Belgard premium paver collections in various colors, textures, and patterns. As authorized contractors, we guide you through selecting materials that complement your home while ensuring durability in Georgia's climate.
Professional excavation, grading, and base preparation ensuring proper drainage and long-lasting stability. Our experienced team handles all groundwork meticulously to prevent settling, shifting, or water pooling on your new patio.
Precision installation of interlocking pavers using proven techniques and industry best practices. Every paver is carefully placed, leveled, and secured to create a beautiful, durable surface that will serve your family for decades.
Installation of professional-grade edge restraints and decorative borders to secure pavers and enhance visual appeal. These critical components prevent paver migration while adding design sophistication to your outdoor space.
Optional premium sealing services that enhance paver color, protect against stains, and simplify maintenance. Professional sealing extends the life of your investment while maintaining the beauty of your patio through seasons.
Consultation & Site Assessment
We begin with a comprehensive evaluation of your outdoor space, discussing your vision, lifestyle needs, and budget. Our team assesses soil conditions, drainage patterns, and sun exposure—factors particularly important in the Marietta area's clay-heavy soil and seasonal weather patterns. We'll show you material samples and share design ideas that work beautifully with your home's style.
Custom Design & Material Selection
Professional Site Preparation
Precision Paver Installation
Final Inspection & Care Instructions
Discover how we've transformed outdoor spaces throughout the Marietta area with beautiful, lasting patio installations.
"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"
"Used Higginbotham design for my courtyard landscaping from design, installation, and follow up. Jim was excellent with all facets of this project and I would 100% recommend him. I have attached some photos of the complete project, please note the paver work & bench was by Chad Graham another highly..."
"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..."
"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..."
"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..."
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"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..."
"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..."
"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"
"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 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."
"Jim has completed a couple projects for us - stone entry stairs and a stone patio - both of which were beautifully executed and seamlessly blend with our home and design. He emphasizes quality, which is very important to us and is true to his word regarding timeliness, responsiveness, cost,..."
"Had the best experience with Higginbotham Designs. Jim and his crew are very professional and great to work with. They did an amazing job on my courtyard! Sally Sue is also very happy with the courtyard, as you can see. Thank you all so much!!!"
"Absolutely love the steps they put in! Great quality, looks great, and was done quickly."
"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"
"Used Higginbotham design for my courtyard landscaping from design, installation, and follow up. Jim was excellent with all facets of this project and I would 100% recommend him. I have attached some photos of the complete project, please note the paver work & bench was by Chad Graham another highly..."
"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..."
"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..."
"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..."
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"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..."
"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..."
"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"
"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 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."
"Jim has completed a couple projects for us - stone entry stairs and a stone patio - both of which were beautifully executed and seamlessly blend with our home and design. He emphasizes quality, which is very important to us and is true to his word regarding timeliness, responsiveness, cost,..."
"Had the best experience with Higginbotham Designs. Jim and his crew are very professional and great to work with. They did an amazing job on my courtyard! Sally Sue is also very happy with the courtyard, as you can see. Thank you all so much!!!"
"Absolutely love the steps they put in! Great quality, looks great, and was done quickly."
"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"
"Used Higginbotham design for my courtyard landscaping from design, installation, and follow up. Jim was excellent with all facets of this project and I would 100% recommend him. I have attached some photos of the complete project, please note the paver work & bench was by Chad Graham another highly..."
"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..."
"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..."
"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..."
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"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..."
"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..."
"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"
"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 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."
"Jim has completed a couple projects for us - stone entry stairs and a stone patio - both of which were beautifully executed and seamlessly blend with our home and design. He emphasizes quality, which is very important to us and is true to his word regarding timeliness, responsiveness, cost,..."
"Had the best experience with Higginbotham Designs. Jim and his crew are very professional and great to work with. They did an amazing job on my courtyard! Sally Sue is also very happy with the courtyard, as you can see. Thank you all so much!!!"
"Absolutely love the steps they put in! Great quality, looks great, and was done quickly."
Experience the difference that three decades of local expertise and premium materials make.
Over 35 years transforming Marietta-area outdoor spaces with deep understanding of regional soil conditions and climate challenges.
Authorized contractor status provides access to exclusive premium materials, specialized training, and comprehensive warranties protecting your investment.
Our family-focused values and military discipline ensure integrity, reliability, and craftsmanship you can trust on every project.
Licensed, insured, and BBB accredited with top ratings reflecting our unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Three generations of landscape excellence serving your community.
Higginbotham Design was built on a foundation of military discipline, family values, and an unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship. For over 35 years, we've been the trusted name in landscape and hardscape design throughout the Marietta area, transforming ordinary outdoor spaces into extraordinary living environments. Our journey began with a simple mission: to bring professional-grade landscape expertise to local homeowners who deserve nothing less than perfection. As a family and veteran-owned business, we understand the importance of integrity, reliability, and attention to detail—values instilled through military service and passed down through generations. Our designation as a Belgard Authorized Contractor isn't just a certification; it represents our commitment to ongoing education, access to premium materials, and adherence to the industry's highest installation standards. Every patio we install, every stone we place, reflects three decades of refined expertise and local knowledge. We've weathered Georgia's humid summers and unpredictable winters alongside our neighbors, learning exactly what materials and techniques deliver lasting beauty in our unique climate. Today, our A+ BBB rating and growing portfolio of stunning outdoor transformations throughout Marietta and surrounding communities stand as testament to our dedication.
How much does it cost to get a stone patio installed?
Patio paver installation costs typically range from $15 to $30 per square foot, depending on material selection, design complexity, and site conditions. As Belgard Authorized Contractors, we offer premium materials at competitive prices. During your free consultation, we'll assess your specific project and provide a detailed, transparent estimate with no hidden fees. Factors affecting cost include patio size, paver style, base preparation requirements, and additional features like borders or seating walls.
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Our experienced team is here to help. Contact us for a free consultation and detailed answers to all your paver patio questions.
Professional patio paver installation throughout Marietta and surrounding areas within a 20-mile service radius.
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Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and discover how beautiful your backyard can be.
Certified installer of premium hardscape products
Better Business Bureau accredited business
Three decades of local landscape expertise
Contact us today for a free consultation. We'll discuss your vision, assess your space, and provide a detailed estimate for your paver patio project.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 770-547-5524 You can also send us a quick email at
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 770-547-5524 You can also send us a quick email at