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Transform Your Yard & Help Rescue Dogs
A backyard should give you more than extra square footage. It should give you a place to share dinner, let the dog stretch out, welcome friends, or enjoy a quiet evening at home. Rescue Landscaping & Outdoor Living creates custom outdoor spaces for Kirkwood homeowners who want thoughtful design, lasting craftsmanship, and a clear path from first idea to finished retreat.
As a local design-and-build team, we bring landscape design and outdoor construction together under one roof. That means your patio, deck, fire feature, outdoor kitchen, lighting, plantings, and drainage can be planned as one connected space instead of a collection of unrelated upgrades. Led by Bobby Krull, who has nearly 20 years of landscape design experience, Rescue Landscaping has helped more than 800 homeowners transform their yards across the St. Louis area.
Your investment also supports a meaningful local mission. A portion of every Rescue Landscaping project goes to Stray Rescue of St. Louis, helping provide shelter, food, medical care, and rehabilitation for dogs in need.
One Team from Concept to Completion.Outdoor living projects involve more than choosing a paver color. They may involve layout, elevations, drainage, structural details, utilities, planting, and local approvals. Rescue Landscaping provides a full design-and-build experience so the finished result works as a whole.
Nearly Two Decades of Design Experience. Bobby Krull brings nearly 20 years of experience in landscape design and outdoor living. The company’s portfolio includes more than 250 outdoor living spaces, 65 outdoor kitchens, 35 landscapes, and 30 pools. That experience helps homeowners make practical decisions before construction begins.
Clear Guidance and a Stress-Free Process.
You should not have to guess what happens next. Rescue Landscaping begins with a consultation about your goals, style, and budget, then develops a custom plan and guides the project through installation and the final walkthrough. Phased installation plans are available when completing the entire vision at once does not fit your schedule or investment plan.
Materials Selected for Missouri Conditions. St. Louis weather moves through hot summers, cold winters, rain, and freeze-thaw cycles. We specify weather-resistant materials and construction details suited to those conditions. Pavers, natural stone, stamped concrete, treated wood, composite materials, cedar, vinyl, aluminum, and stainless steel each have different maintenance and performance considerations. During your consultation, we explain the trade-offs instead of pushing a one-size-fits-all package.
From Vision to Reality
The best outdoor spaces are designed around how you actually live. If you are researching outdoor living in Kirkwood, MO, Rescue Landscaping can help you create one cohesive plan or phase a larger backyard renovation over time.
A well-built patio gives your backyard a dependable foundation for dining, lounging, entertaining, and gathering around a fire. If you are comparing a patio contractor in Kirkwood, MO, Rescue Landscaping can help you evaluate pavers, stamped concrete, natural stone, and brick based on the look you want and the demands of St. Louis weather. Walkways can connect the patio to your kitchen door, garden, pool, or side yard while making the entire property feel more intentional.
A fire pit creates a relaxed, social gathering place, while an outdoor fireplace provides a more structured architectural focal point. Rescue Landscaping installs both gas-powered and wood-burning options and can integrate the fire feature into a larger patio or seating area. We also plan for safe clearances and local requirements as part of the design process.
If you are searching for a deck builder in Kirkwood, MO, Rescue Landscaping can help you think through layout, elevation, materials, railings, shade, lighting, and the relationship between the deck and the rest of the landscape. A deck should feel like a natural extension of the home, not an afterthought attached to it. We consider how you will use the space, how the sun moves across the yard, and how the design fits your home’s architecture.
Kirkwood outdoor living spaces should be comfortable in more than one kind of weather. A pergola can add partial shade and definition without closing in the yard. A pavilion or covered structure offers more complete protection for dining and entertaining. Cedar, vinyl, and aluminum are among the material options available for custom outdoor structures, each offering a different balance of appearance, maintenance, and durability.
An outdoor kitchen can turn a patio into the center of your summer evenings. Depending on your goals, a custom design may include a built-in grill or smoker, refrigerator, ice maker, prep space, storage, sink, pizza oven, or outdoor bar. We plan the cooking area alongside seating, shade, lighting, and circulation so the person preparing the meal is still part of the conversation.
A beautiful outdoor living space needs a sound foundation. If your property has a slope, erosion, standing water, or difficult transitions between the house and yard, retaining walls and drainage improvements may be essential to the long-term performance of the project. We can coordinate grading, drainage, hardscape, planting, lighting, and structural features so water management is addressed before it becomes a costly problem.
As a full-service outdoor living space contractor, Rescue Landscaping & Outdoor Living designs with purpose and builds with integrity.
Tell us what is not working in your current yard and what you want the space to make possible. We discuss your ideas, budget, style preferences, property conditions, and priorities. This first conversation gives us the direction needed to shape a practical concept.
Once the plan is established, our team brings it to life with expert craftsmanship and durable materials. We coordinate the elements of the outdoor living project, from patios and decks to kitchens, fire features, structures, lighting, planting, and drainage. When applicable, we also help coordinate permits and local approval requirements.
After installation, we complete a final walkthrough so you understand the finished space and any recommended care. Then you can settle into a backyard designed for the way you want to relax, entertain, and spend time outdoors.
Kirkwood has a strong sense of place, with established neighborhoods, mature landscapes, and homes that span multiple architectural eras. The U.S. Census Bureau reports a 2025 population estimate of 29,331, a 77.2% owner-occupied housing rate, and a 2020–2024 median value of owner-occupied homes of $451,400. That context supports thoughtful, long-term property improvements.
That context matters when planning a backyard renovation in Kirkwood, MO. A new patio or deck should complement the home, preserve practical access, and look intentional from both the house and the yard. In older parts of Kirkwood, the right scale, materials, sightlines, and connection to existing masonry or landscaping can make the difference between an addition that feels integrated and one that feels out of place.
Kirkwood’s historic character also deserves careful attention. The City of Kirkwood identifies 85 designated landmarks and nine local historic districts. Exterior alterations, new structures, or work within a designated district may involve additional review. If your property is in a historic area, Rescue Landscaping can help you identify the planning and approval questions that should be addressed before installation. You can also review the City of Kirkwood’s historic preservation information.
Permitting is another important part of planning. Kirkwood’s Building Division lists permits for residential construction, remodeling and repairs, fences and decks, retaining walls, swimming pools, and related inspections. The city uses a Public Portal for permits, licenses, and inspections. Requirements vary by project, so the best answer comes from reviewing your property and scope before work begins.
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Rescue Landscaping does not publish a one-size-fits-all price because the investment depends on the size of the space, site conditions, materials, structural features, utilities, and level of customization. We provide an initial estimate and discuss the options during your consultation. Larger visions can also be organized into phased installation plans.
Some projects require permits, inspections, or additional review. Kirkwood’s Building Division specifically provides information for residential construction, remodeling and repairs, decks, retaining walls, pools, and related work. Your project scope and property location determine what applies. Rescue Landscaping can help you identify the approval steps that need to be considered during planning.
The best material depends on the feature and maintenance level you prefer. Rescue Landscaping works with pavers, stamped concrete, natural stone, brick, cedar, vinyl, aluminum, and stainless steel components. We explain the differences in appearance, upkeep, durability, and fit with your home before you choose.
The timeline depends on the scope, design, material availability, site preparation, permitting, and weather. Smaller patios and walkways may be completed in approximately one to two weeks, while a complete backyard renovation takes longer. We will discuss the expected sequence and timing for your specific project during the consultation.
The right backyard renovation can make everyday life at home more comfortable and more connected. Whether you need a new patio, a custom deck, an outdoor kitchen, a covered structure, a fire feature, or a complete outdoor transformation, Rescue Landscaping & Outdoor Living can help you move from scattered ideas to a cohesive plan.
Schedule your consultation today with Rescue Landscaping & Outdoor Living. Call (314) 363-9417, email info@rescuelandscaping.net, or contact our team online. You will receive thoughtful guidance, custom design, expert craftsmanship, and the added satisfaction of helping rescue dogs through Stray Rescue of St. Louis.
