Outdoor Living & Hardscaping
Outdoor spaces designed to feel as good as they look.
We thoughtfully design and build custom patios, walkways, driveways, and walls—creating outdoor spaces that truly support how you live, gather, and unwind. Our local team knows the character and expectations of Northwest DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and McLean.
Patios, walkways, walls, and driveways are thoughtfully planned and built to support how you truly live and entertain outdoors.
At Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape, we design custom hardscapes that make it easier to relax, host with ease, and move through your property comfortably and confidently. Every project is tailored to your home, its architecture, and how you want your outdoor space to feel and function, including:
- Patios sized for everyday moments or meaningful gatherings
- Walkways that intuitively connect entrances, driveways, and garden spaces
- Retaining walls that manage elevation while adding structure and definition
- Steps and stairs designed for comfort, safety, and natural flow
- Driveways that enhance curb appeal and day-to-day usability
Materials such as brick, pavers, flagstone, and timber are carefully selected to complement your home’s style, then installed with close attention to drainage, grading, and long-term durability—so your landscape feels cohesive, intentional, and truly finished.
As recognized by:
Association of Professional Landscape Designers 
National Association of Landscape Professionals Landscape Contractors Association Maryland Home Improvement Commission D.C. Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) nextdoor Bethesda Today
What we offer
Retaining walls are a beautiful focal point. They can retain soil or be used for seating. We can help you find the perfect material to enhance your space?
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We build beautiful walkways that provide accessibility and curb appeal to your property. Choose from flagstone, pavers, concrete, and more.
Learn More About Our WalkwaysThe same team that designs your hardscapes stays with you from first conversation through final walkthrough.
Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape coordinates site preparation, materials, and daily cleanup so you are not managing contractors or chasing updates. You see layouts, material options, and timelines before work begins, then receive straightforward progress updates so you can feel confident in every decision.
Outdoor spaces that feel intentional and comfortable to use
Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape starts with conversation about how you relax, work, and entertain, then studies existing entries, sightlines, and mature plantings. We then develop a scaled layout that organizes patios, walkways, steps, and walls into clear zones sized for people and furniture rather than just square footage.
We’ll work with you to review and refine the plan before work begins with straightforward guidance on what each choice will feel like in daily life. So that your finished outdoor space feels comfortable and intentional every time you step outside.
Super glad I found a great landscaping company after my move to the area. Beautiful new patio, new beds, they helped identify the plants in the yard and had amazing ideas for new ones. Looks way better than I thought it could, and they're always available to help with maintenance and clean up.
Hardscapes that protect your home and landscape from water issues
Poorly planned hardscapes can send water toward your foundation, create standing puddles, or leave icy areas on steps and walkways. In neighborhoods with sloped lots and mature trees that kind of water movement can quickly damage basements, lawns, and plantings.
Before design is finalized Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape surveys grades, downspouts, soil conditions, and existing drainage paths around your home. Elevations and slopes are set with care so water moves away from structures, and where appropriate surfaces can be designed to absorb or direct runoff rather than collect it.
Drainage details are coordinated with retaining walls, steps, and planting beds to support the landscape as a whole. So that your new patio, walkways, and walls help protect your property instead of adding new maintenance problems.
We were having flooding in our basement... They added river stones, a french drain, and added a better storm runoff in our retention wall. We have not had an issue since!
2D/3D renders and material selection to ensure we share your vision before you commit
We curate material options that work with common architectural styles in Northwest DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and McLean. We evaluate color, texture, and scale against your existing house materials and surrounding landscape rather than in isolation. Samples are reviewed with you so you can see how everything comes together.
We also offer 2D and 3D renders for a deductible fee to ensure we have the same vision for materials and layout. So that the finished hardscape looks cohesive today and continues to feel appropriate as your property matures.
We are so happy with the results of our remodeled patio. Everyone was so professional and responsive from start to finish. They did a really great job making sure everything was exactly right. It has transformed our outdoor space.
Patios, walkways, and walls that stay level and secure over time
We build your hardscapes on properly excavated and compacted base layers sized to site conditions. Crews follow manufacturer specifications for material installation, edge restraints, and wall construction.
Attention to joint work, drainage stone behind walls, and transitions to existing structures helps prevent common failures. So that your hardscape remains stable, level, and safe under everyday use and changing weather.
A project that fits around your household rather than disrupting it
Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape sets clear expectations for work hours, access needs, and staging areas before construction begins. The crew protects existing lawns and plantings where possible and keeps walkways and driveways as accessible as site conditions allow.
Daily cleanup reduces debris and dust, and regular updates keep you informed about progress and upcoming milestones. So that the project feels organized and respectful of your household from the first day of work through completion.
The team was responsive and worked efficiently to bring our patio dreams into fruition. They built a lovely garden and backyard patio for us within 2 months of our inquiry!
Clarity on how to maintain and enjoy your new hardscape
After a hardscaping project is completed, many homeowners are left guessing about when to clean surfaces, how to treat stains, or what to avoid during winter snow and ice.
At the final walkthrough, we explain how to care for brick, pavers, flagstone, and timber so each material performs as intended. Simple written notes outline cleaning, joint care, and seasonal considerations in language that is easy to reference later.
The team remains available to answer questions and can coordinate periodic maintenance visits if desired. So that you feel comfortable using and caring for your new hardscape with confidence year after year.
Here's what our clients have to say about our work:
Testimonials
We had a one-time yard clean-up which made our yard look so great, especially since your team member removed (by hand) all of the growth that was creeping up the fence. We also had Carderock Landscaping Stone Steps/Walks. The stones look great.
The crew from Tenleytown did a fantastic job replacing the mortar and repairing steps on our front yard walkway. It's a big improvement. The crew was courteous, skilled and professional.
We are very pleased with the new pea gravel patio installed by Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape. From initial consultation to installation, the interactions and communications were great. The new patio is beautiful! We would highly recommend Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape.
An outdoor space that finally lives up to your home, every day
- Cohesive outdoor living space that suits your home. Your patio, walkways, walls, and driveway are planned as one project so the finished hardscape feels like a natural extension of your house and landscape.
- Evenings and weekends that flow easily between indoors and out. Comfortable circulation and well scaled hardscape areas make it natural to step outside for everyday meals, quiet time, or larger gatherings.
- Calm, confident hosting for family and guests. Clear routes, stable steps, and defined seating areas help visitors find their way and settle in without walking through mud, uneven grass, or planting beds.
- A local team invested in your property and neighborhood. Designers and crews familiar with Northwest DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and McLean tailor layouts and materials to fit both your home and surrounding streetscape.
- Custom design shaped around how you actually live outside. Planning conversations focus on how you relax, work, and entertain so zones for dining, conversation, play, and circulation are scaled for people and furniture rather than only square footage.
- Clear process and communication from first plan to final walkthrough. You receive scaled drawings, an itemized proposal, and regular progress updates so you always understand scope, investment, and timing without managing contractors yourself.
- Material selection that feels right with your architecture over time. Brick, pavers, flagstone, and timber are curated for your home style and reviewed on site so colors, textures, and proportions stay cohesive as the landscape matures.
- Site planning and drainage that help prevent water problems. Grades, downspouts, and surface slopes are set so water moves away from foundations and does not collect in low spots on patios, steps, or walkways.
- Construction standards that keep surfaces stable and secure. Patios, walks, and walls are built on properly excavated, compacted base layers with attention to edge restraints and drainage stone to reduce heaving, settling, and leaning over time.
- Care guidance and ongoing support once work is complete. At the final walkthrough you receive clear maintenance notes and continued access to the same team for questions, periodic care, or future improvements.
Still have questions? We've got answers.
Are there any permits needed, and do you handle them?
Depending on the property, permitting is not always needed. But when it is, we’re a great friend to have in the permitting process. We can connect you with some of the finest permit expediters to make your experience feel effortless.
Can you help with the design process, or do I need to have a design ready?
Yes, we can absolutely help with the design process. No need for you to have one ready. During your consultation, we’ll evaluate the overall look of your property and its existing features. From this, you’ll get recommendations from us on what would complement it the best. We also offer 2D/3D renderings upon request to help you get a visual of what this would look like before you commit.
How do you ensure the structural integrity?
Our process is thorough, and we adhere to industry standards using expert craftsmanship and years of experience. During the scheduled consultation, we’ll be evaluating the soil, topography, and surrounding features to help us make decisions around drainage, stability, setting, excavation, the base layer, and more.
Can you really build exactly what I want?
Our team prides itself in our ability to make your vision come to life. We listen closely both during your scheduled consultation and throughout. You can show us Pinterest pictures, use examples from our site, and even request 2D/3D renderings from us to make sure you know that we fully understand what your vision is.
Will it require a lot of ongoing maintenance?
Any hardscape requires some maintenance. Some require more than others. Some need to be re-filled with sand or stone-dust after a long period of time as one example. Mortar may need to be replaced after a long period of time, as another example. Or natural stones tend to shale on their own over time, as yet another example. Each one is going to be different. We’ll help you understand maintenance needed as you weigh your options during your complimentary consultation. We also offer power-washing to help maintain certain hardscapes and make them last longer.
How long will it take and when can you start?
You’ll be given a clear timeframe of when we’ll start the work once we give you a proposal. During the work, if there’s any changes that happen—whether it’s change orders or weather-related events—you’ll be kept in the loop.