![This modern outdoor entertaining space has a wall-to-wall kitchen with a bbq, a 7ft-linear fireplace, a dining area, a custom designed spa, black steel planter boxes, an outdoor lounge, hidden lighting, and pergolas. #OutdoorSpace #OutdoorEntertaining #Landscaping #Spa #OutdoorLounge #OutdoorKitchen](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/modern-landscaping-pool-outdoor-lounge-kitchen-dining-pergola-220120-1129-01.jpg)
Chicago based architecture firm dSPACE Studio, has designed an outdoor space for their client who wanted a place to relax and entertain.
Their client’s vision was to transform the yard to promote an open-air lifestyle that reminded them of California wine country.
The outdoor area, with its different elevations, has been transformed to include an outdoor dining area with a 7-ft linear fireplace with black steel surround, and an artful array of cascading planter boxes filled with succulents, and overhead string lights.
![This modern outdoor dining area has a 7-ft linear fireplace with black steel surround, an artful array of cascading planter boxes filled with succulents, and overhead string lights. #OutdoorDining #BlackSteelFireplace #StringLights](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/modern-landscaping-pool-outdoor-lounge-kitchen-dining-pergola-220120-1129-02.jpg)
Adjacent to the dining area is the wall-to-wall outdoor kitchen that features stainless steel cabinets, and custom wood cabinets, designed by dSPACE, with Ipe wood panels and a concealed stainless steel support frame.
![This modern wall-to-wall outdoor kitchen features stainless steel cabinets, and custom wood cabinets designed by dSPACE with Ipe wood panels and a concealed stainless steel support frame. #OutdoorKitchen #StainlessSteelKitchen](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/modern-landscaping-pool-outdoor-lounge-kitchen-dining-pergola-220120-1129-03.jpg)
A small group of steps and tall multi-stem Dura Heat River Birch trees help to provide separation between the dining area and lower level where the pool and lounge can be found.
Louvered sun shades and a pergola were designed to filter sunlight, add interest, and maintain privacy. Lighting has been integrated under stairs, handrails, and above the outdoor kitchen for safety and aesthetics.
![This modern outdoor entertaining space has black steel planters, and louvered sun shades and a pergola that were designed to filter sunlight, add interest, and maintain privacy. Lighting has been integrated under stairs, handrails, and above the outdoor kitchen for safety and aesthetics. #ModernOutdoorSpace #Landscaping #BlackSteelPlanters #OutdoorStairs #Pergola #Sunshade](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/modern-landscaping-pool-outdoor-lounge-kitchen-dining-pergola-220120-1129-04.jpg)
At the bottom of the stairs is a custom Diamond Spa and a lounge area. The spa measures in at 5′ wide by 14′ long by 4′ deep, is heated year-round, and has an automatic cover to protect it when it’s not being used.
![This modern outdoor space has a custom Diamond Spa and a lounge area. The spa measures in at 5' wide by 14' long by 4' deep, is heated year-round, and has an automatic cover to protect it when it's not being used. #OutdoorEntertaining #OutdoorSpa #Landscaping #OutdoorLounge](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/modern-landscaping-pool-outdoor-lounge-kitchen-dining-pergola-220120-1129-05.jpg)
A stone-look porcelain tile has been used throughout the project, while native, drought-resistant plantings add a natural touch, and globe light fixtures add an artistic flair to the wall by the pool.
![This modern outdoor space features a stone-look porcelain tile, while native, drought-resistant plantings add a natural touch, and globe light fixtures add an artistic flair to the wall by the custom-designed spa. #Landscaping #BlackSteelPlanters #OutdoorLighting #OutdoorEntertaining](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/modern-landscaping-pool-outdoor-lounge-kitchen-dining-pergola-220120-1129-06.jpg)