Custom Stone Patio Design
Personalized patio designs tailored to your outdoor space, lifestyle, and budget. We create functional layouts that complement your home's architecture and maximize your property's potential.
Transform your outdoor living space with custom stone patio installation from Marietta's trusted hardscape experts. With over 35 years of local experience, we understand the unique needs of Georgia's climate—from handling our red clay soil to designing drainage solutions for our humid summers and occasional heavy rains. As a Belgard Authorized Contractor, we create durable, beautiful patios that enhance your home's value and provide the perfect gathering space for your family.
From design to installation, we deliver complete patio solutions using premium materials and expert craftsmanship.
Personalized patio designs tailored to your outdoor space, lifestyle, and budget. We create functional layouts that complement your home's architecture and maximize your property's potential.
Professional installation of interlocking pavers with proper base preparation and drainage solutions. We use premium Belgard materials backed by exclusive warranties for lasting beauty and performance.
Elegant flagstone and natural stone patio construction featuring timeless materials like bluestone, travertine, and slate. Each installation showcases the unique character and durability of natural stone.
Integrated fire pits and outdoor fireplaces that extend your patio's usability into cooler months. Custom-designed focal points that add warmth, ambiance, and entertainment value to your outdoor space.
Seamless incorporation of outdoor kitchens and BBQ areas into your patio design. We create cohesive outdoor living spaces that combine cooking, dining, and entertaining functionality.
Built-in seating walls and garden walls that define your patio space while providing additional seating and visual interest. Constructed with matching materials for a unified, polished look.
Consultation & Site Assessment
We visit your Marietta property to evaluate your space, discuss your vision, and assess site-specific factors like soil conditions, drainage needs, and sun exposure. Our team takes precise measurements and provides expert recommendations based on decades of local experience working with Georgia's clay-heavy soil and drainage challenges.
Custom Design & Material Selection
Site Preparation & Base Construction
Professional Stone Installation
Finishing Touches & Final Inspection
Discover why homeowners throughout Marietta trust us with their outdoor living projects.
"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..."
"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,..."
"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..."
"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 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..."
"It took us years to find Jim, and we are so glad we did! He and his crew did an amazing job, completing the stacked stone wall and landscaping project that my wife has been wanting to do for years. The work was done professionally, on time, and within budget...."
"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..."
"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..."
"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!"
"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"
"Our experience with Jim was great! We updated our front walkway and stairs with stone and we could not be happier. Jim's attention to detail and knowledge of the material can definitely be seen in his work. He was able to transform the front of our house, and even advised..."
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"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!"
"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"
"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."
"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..."
"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,..."
"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..."
"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 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..."
"It took us years to find Jim, and we are so glad we did! He and his crew did an amazing job, completing the stacked stone wall and landscaping project that my wife has been wanting to do for years. The work was done professionally, on time, and within budget...."
"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..."
"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..."
"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!"
"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"
"Our experience with Jim was great! We updated our front walkway and stairs with stone and we could not be happier. Jim's attention to detail and knowledge of the material can definitely be seen in his work. He was able to transform the front of our house, and even advised..."
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"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!"
"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"
"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."
"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..."
"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,..."
"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..."
"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 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..."
"It took us years to find Jim, and we are so glad we did! He and his crew did an amazing job, completing the stacked stone wall and landscaping project that my wife has been wanting to do for years. The work was done professionally, on time, and within budget...."
"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..."
"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..."
"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!"
"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"
"Our experience with Jim was great! We updated our front walkway and stairs with stone and we could not be happier. Jim's attention to detail and knowledge of the material can definitely be seen in his work. He was able to transform the front of our house, and even advised..."
"Great service! Highly recommended!"
"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!"
"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"
"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."
Three decades of transforming Marietta outdoor spaces with quality craftsmanship and professional service.
Over 35 years serving Marietta and surrounding communities, with deep understanding of Georgia soil conditions and climate requirements.
Authorized Belgard Contractor with access to exclusive premium materials, specialized training, and industry-leading warranties that protect your investment.
Family and veteran-owned business committed to integrity, quality workmanship, and treating every project with care and respect.
Fully licensed and insured with an A+ Better Business Bureau rating, providing complete peace of mind throughout your project.
Experienced professionals dedicated to exceeding your expectations.
Higginbotham Design has spent over three decades transforming outdoor spaces throughout Marietta and the greater Atlanta area. As a family and veteran-owned business, we bring dedication, integrity, and craftsmanship to every project. Our journey began with a simple mission: to create beautiful, functional outdoor living spaces that enhance homes and bring families together. Over 35 years of serving the Marietta community has taught us the unique challenges of working with Georgia's red clay soil, managing drainage in our humid climate, and selecting materials that withstand our hot summers and occasional winter freezes. This local expertise, combined with our status as a Belgard Authorized Contractor, allows us to deliver superior results with premium materials and exclusive warranties. We've built our reputation on quality craftsmanship, professional service, and treating every client's property with the care and respect it deserves. Today, we're proud to be Marietta's trusted choice for landscape and hardscape design, continuing to transform backyards into stunning outdoor retreats.
How much would it cost to build a 20x20 patio?
A 20x20 (400 sq ft) stone patio in Marietta typically ranges from $6,000 to $16,000 depending on material choice, site conditions, and design complexity. Basic concrete pavers start around $15-20 per square foot, while premium natural stone can run $30-40+ per square foot. We provide detailed, transparent estimates during our free consultation after assessing your specific site conditions and preferences.
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Proud to provide expert stone patio installation throughout the greater Marietta community.
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Certified installer of premium hardscape products
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Fully licensed and insured for protection
Get started with a free consultation. We'll assess your property, discuss your vision, and provide a detailed estimate for your stone 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