Outdoor Living News and Blog

26 Jul, 2016
Every once in a while, The Backyard has the opportunity to work on an outdoor living space that lets all of our installation skills shine. One recent project presented us with an interesting combination of design elements, challenging site work, and large scale proportions for the work to be done.25 ft. X 30 ft. Flagstone PatioMasonry Fireplace with Separate Wood StorageSeating Walls with Accent LightingBrick Cabinet with Round Granite Bar TopOutdoor Kitchen with Blaze acces [...]
25 Feb, 2016
While each project that we do is unique, The Backyard recently completed a fireplace that was out of the ordinary – by about 200 miles.​​Customers Johnny McDonald and his wife, Barbara, contacted The Backyard to help them create an appealing outdoor living space at their Mirimar Beach, FL, property. They are building an event ready condo complex, complete with an amazing outdoor living space for their guests to enjoy. Agreeing to do t [...]
11 Jan, 2016
Flagstone patio by The Backyard Planning an outdoor project can seem overwhelming: measuring square footage, coming up with a design that works with your space, choosing materials, finding furnishings and so many other little details. While it seems complicated, this process doesn’t have to be. The Backyard works hard to help each customer create a unique project based on their location and style. We do the details and heavy lifting so you can enjoy your outdoor living space.Kee [...]
03 Apr, 2015
Bryan Waits and the entire crew at The Backyard and Bryan Waits Masonry are excited to have completed the outdoor patio, dining and fireplace areas for Auburn's newest restaurant, Live Oaks. Live Oaks is located at the corner of North College and Glenn Avenue in Auburn. Many residents have watched with anticipation as the abandoned gas station on this corner became vibrant new addition to Auburn's growing restaurant and bar scene. Bryan and his team were excited to have been involved in [...]
27 Jan, 2015
When you finally make the decision to invest in an outdoor living space at your home, business, lake house or hunting land the last thing you want to do is WAIT! At The Backyard of Auburn and Montgomery we completely understand. That's why Bryan Waits and his team of professionals work quickly to bring your backyard dreams to reality.We recently worked with a homeowner who had a plan in mind. Bryan came to their home, made recommendations and immediately began to draw up the plans based on their [...]
09 Dec, 2014
Beginning today, Bryan Waits and The Backyard are going to feature 12 great gift ideas over the next 12 days - giving you enough time to bring REAL joy to your gift recipients this holiday season. Now, what do we mean by REAL joy?? The best gifts are the ones that invoke a lifetime of memories for the recipient, the gift-giver and all of their friends, family and acquaintances. The Backyard of Auburn and Montgomery create true outdoor living spaces where life happens and memories are made. Long [...]
30 Oct, 2014
If you travel at all on North College Street in Auburn you have certainly wondered about the new business going up on the corner of Glenn Ave and N. College. We're excited to be constructing the outdoor patio area for LIVEOAKS Restaurant & Patio Bar. The establishment will feature great food including a gourmet burger selection not seen in Auburn before. As you can see from recent construction photos below, the focus of the venue will be the outdoor patio area. The patio offers a great bar a [...]
04 Sep, 2014
Football season is here and thousands of fans will flock to the Loveliest Village on the Plains for home football weekends.  One excited fan will be entertaining all of his guests in a brand new outdoor living space designed and constructed by The Backyard of Auburn.This incredible outdoor area was created to match the architecture and theme of the original home. It features Tennessee Crab Orchard Flagstone and painted brick. The wall around the patio was constructed to offer bench seating [...]
13 Dec, 2013
With over 19 years in the masonry and outdoor living construction and design business, Bryan Waits has developed a style and flair that has customers raving all over East and Central Alabama. Bryan's experience and skill have helped homeowners in Auburn, Opelika, Lake Martin and East Montgomery realize their dreams of the perfect outdoor living area - bringing value and comfort to their property.Bryan's skill and talent comes from years of hard work and learning the trade, and today we'd like t [...]
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