Bluestone paver patio with retaining walls and fire pit in Downers Grove IL
Functional, Durable, Beautiful

Functional, Durable, Beautiful

At CMS Landscapes, we specialize in custom landscape design and high-quality hardscape installations that deliver lasting beauty and performance. As a trusted outdoor living contractor and backyard renovation contractor in the Chicago suburbs, we create thoughtfully designed environments tailored to your home and lifestyle.

From expertly built paver patios and outdoor kitchens to complete luxury backyard design, our skilled in-house craftsmen bring each project to life with precision and attention to detail. As an Authorized Unilock and Techo-Bloc contractor, and with premium natural stone from trusted suppliers like Brickworks and Xylem Ltd., we uphold the highest standards in materials and installation.

The result is a refined outdoor living space designed to enhance your home and stand the test of time.

Outdoor Kitchens

Indoors Out!

At CMS Landscapes, we believe the most meaningful moments happen outdoors. An outdoor kitchen becomes a natural gathering place where family and friends come together to cook, entertain, and create lasting memories.

Each space is thoughtfully tailored to your home, lifestyle, and budget. From layout and appliances to materials and finishes, every detail is carefully considered to create a cohesive, functional, and refined design.

We use premium materials to build durable, visually striking outdoor kitchens that complement your home and landscape. Whether integrated into a patio or part of a larger outdoor living environment, every project is crafted with precision and built for long-term performance.

The result is a custom outdoor space designed for effortless entertaining and everyday enjoyment.

Nothing Beats Outdoor Cooking!

An outdoor kitchen can be thoughtfully integrated just outside your home or designed as a freestanding feature within a larger outdoor living space, such as a pavilion or poolside setting. Each layout is carefully tailored to your property, considering site conditions, available space, cooking preferences, and overall project scope.

While a built-in grill often serves as the foundation, additional features such as side burners, refrigeration, ice makers, and warming drawers elevate both functionality and convenience. Our team plans and coordinates all necessary plumbing, electrical, and structural elements to ensure a seamless installation that aligns with your vision and investment.

The result is a refined outdoor kitchen designed for effortless entertaining and everyday enjoyment.

Fire Features

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Warm Comfort

Fireplaces and fire pits bring warmth, ambiance, and a natural sense of gathering to your outdoor living space. More than just a design feature, they extend the use of your landscape well beyond the summer months, allowing you to comfortably enjoy your outdoor environment throughout the changing seasons.

These elements often become the heart of the space — a place where conversations linger, guests gather, and evenings unfold naturally. Whether it’s a custom fire pit integrated into a patio or a fully designed outdoor fireplace anchoring a larger living area, each feature is thoughtfully positioned to enhance both function and atmosphere.

Designed with quality materials and expert craftsmanship, our fire features are built to complement your home’s architecture while creating a welcoming, year-round destination for relaxation and entertaining.

The Hypnotic Warmth Of Friendship

Our fire features are uniquely crafted, offering custom designs constructed from a variety of Unilock products or natural stones by our skilled in-house masons. These fire elements can include natural gas log starters for wood burning or be designed for a natural gas flame enhanced with decorative glass, stones, or logs. Advantages of fire features:

  • Invest in a custom-designed fire feature to enhance your home with timeless beauty and functionality.
  • Create cherished memories around a welcoming outdoor focal point—a fireplace or fire pit.
  • Boost your property's value with an age-defying aesthetic enhancement.
  • Choose our certified and insured landscapers for reliable service.
  • Benefit from our professionals' ongoing training for top-quality results.

Pergolas & Arbors

Perfect Shade, Timeless Beauty

Crafting shade and defining spaces, pergolas offer a stylish solution. With over three decades of expertise, our skilled carpenters design and install custom pergolas that perfectly complement your vision and design style.

Just the Right Amount Of Shade, Just the Right Amount Of Beauty

Pavilions not only offer shade and define space but also protect from the elements, creating an outdoor room usable in all weather conditions. Extend your outdoor season by adding gas or electric heaters to your pergola or pavilion.

Pavilions and Enclosures

Sheltered Elegance, Endless Comfort

Beyond shading, pavilions serve as sanctuaries for every season. Crafted by our seasoned artisans with over 30 years of expertise, these structures seamlessly blend into your outdoor haven, enhancing both style and functionality.

Escape the Elements in Style

A pavilion isn't just about creating shade; it's about establishing an outdoor sanctuary that welcomes you in every season. Regardless of weather conditions, your pavilion transforms into an extension of your home, encouraging relaxation and entertainment amidst the natural beauty of your surroundings.

Patios, Walkways, Driveways & Walls

Durable, Timeless & Beautiful

Utilizing an array of Unilock, Techo-Bloc and natural stone, we construct driveways, walkways, patios, seat walls, and retaining walls to suit your preferences and needs. Incorporating seats and retaining walls within your patio delineates space and provides additional seating for entertaining. Additionally, on sloping sites, retaining walls create level areas for planting and recreation while addressing erosion and runoff concerns.

Beautiful & Functional

Opting for paver driveways offers a low-maintenance solution to enhance the curb appeal of your home, whether it's new or existing. When crafting an outdoor living area, consider paver patios as an impressive alternative to concrete. Integrate paver walkways to establish continuity and fluidity among your patio, house, garden, driveway, and/or garage. Talk to us about your landscape needs.

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