Nicholas Solutions is a design & build hardscape and landscape construction company that specializes in creatively designed and expertly crafted outdoor living spaces. Services range from simple plant installations to the design and construction of complete outdoor kitchens and living spaces. At NS we pride ourselves on our creative and artful use of natural stone materials, our skilled craftsmanship and an unmatched attention to detail.

DESIGN:
Our goal is to enhance the beauty, tranquility and utility of outdoor spaces while designing to fit individual lifestyles, tastes and budgets. Our concepts and designs are always original and customized to our clients. And while every project requires a design, detailed plans and renderings are not always necessary. Because NS offers affordable design services many clients choose to take advantage of our talented and enthusiastic designers to help them visualize the transformation of their spaces. NS also works with independent landscape architects and provides estimates based on another firms' plans.

OUR SERVICES FEATURE:

• Site planning & concept development
• Complete landscape and hardscape plans with elevation details
• Full-color renderings and planting lists
• Landscape architects on staff and in the field
• Consultation and estimates free of charge
  

BUILD:

PATIOS add the additional outdoor stage for entertaining friends, gathering with family or enjoying the tranquility of your surroundings. NS is expert in the correct installation of natural stone. Our skill with the use of natural stone and our efficient installation techniques make an NS patio the beautiful and affordable alternative to concrete bricks or decking.
WE OFFER: Pattern-cut flagstone, Natural flagstone, Clay & fly-ash brick pavers, Mixed material (Brick and stone combinations, decorative inlays and accents)

WALLS are an integral part of the functionality and appeal of hardscapes. While many landscaping and hardscaping companies build walls, we contend that not all walls are crafted equally. Unmatched attention to results in walls that are often functional works of art that have been chiseled and shaped to maximize their function and beauty.
WE BUILD: Freestanding & retaining walls, Decorative & seating walls, Dry-stacked natural stone wall, Mortared and veneered walls, Repair & renovation of existing walls

PATHS & WALKWAYS provide the circulation and flow that are one of the most important elements of hardscape design. Without good flow even the most beautiful design is not functional. In most cases we like to use a material that contrasts well with the material of the main outdoor living spaces, to set the circulation apart. Walkways are often an excellent way to emphasize the form of a design by allowing the use of broad curves or long straight lines. Paths also provide a wonderful opportunity to decrease the formality of a space by creating informal connections.

ENTRIES & STAIRS serve as the portal to your home or yard and provide the first impression to your visitors. The right pathway, gate or stone steps can set the tone for the entire space. Steps need to be functional as well as aesthetically pleasing and NS builds even its most rustic stairs to have level and equal risers and comfortable and safe treads.
WE OFFER: Solid stone slab steps, Veneer and renovation of existing structures, Hand-built flagstone steps and landings

OUTDOOR KITCHENS & FIRE PITS add to the delight and benefit of dining and entertaining outdoors. NS design & build capabilities range from built-in grills and custom pizza ovens to modest upgrades that with thoughtful design can drastically improve the comfort and ease with which a backyard becomes an extension of the favorite room in the house - the kitchen.

CREATIVE 'SOLUTIONS' are an NS trademark. We always welcome any opportunity to create innovative solutions to both ordinary and unique landscape challenges. Whether it's creating a pondless waterfall in a tight space or a driveway that doubles as a patio, NS has the technical know-how and design creativity to find possibilities where others find obstacles.
WE SPECIALIZE IN: Sustainable designs & planting plans, Stone driveways, Compact water features, Mixed-use design, Green-space integration into hardscapes, Use of reclaimed & recycled stone

COLLABORATION & GENERAL CONTRACTING capabilities enable NS to work with other trade professionals, including carpenters, excavators, horticulturists, arborists, masons and others. NS owner, Nicholas Tomkins, holds degrees in project & business management and has both the experience and temperament to manage complex projects. If your project includes many different elements that must work together harmoniously, consider asking NS to represent you as the General Contractor for the work. NS can ensure all the components of a project are completed on-schedule, on-budget and professionally, all while reducing the stresses put on you during the process.