What we built for this Plantation new-construction home
New construction leaves a home with a finished interior and an unfinished exterior. On this Plantation property, Concrete Solutions Today completed the outside of the home with three features planned to work together:
- An elegant artificial grass and concrete design
- A sleek concrete finish with exposed rock, often called a California-style finish
- A full backyard pickleball court
You can see the finished property from the air in our Instagram reel of this project.
Why new construction is the best time to plan the exterior
When a home is newly built, the grades, utilities, and access routes are still fresh, and there are no old slabs to remove. That makes it the ideal time to design the driveway, walkways, turf, and recreation areas as one layout instead of adding them piece by piece over the years.
Planning the full exterior early also helps the finished site drain well. Concrete slopes, turf base, and court elevations all need to send water away from the home and toward the right areas of the lot, and that is much easier to coordinate before landscaping and fencing go in.
A modern concrete and artificial grass design
Large concrete panels separated by artificial grass joints give the home a clean, architectural look from the street. The turf stays green all year and does not need the mowing, edging, or watering that live-grass joints require, which keeps the lines crisp over time.
The pattern works best when panel sizes, joint widths, and slope are planned together, so the design stays consistent across the driveway and walkways. Learn more on our concrete and artificial grass and modern concrete driveway pages.
A California-style concrete finish with exposed rock
For a different texture, part of the concrete was finished with exposed rock, a style many homeowners know as a California finish. Revealing the stone in the surface adds natural color and grip while keeping a sleek, modern look that pairs well with white contemporary architecture.
Mixing a smooth finish and a rock finish on the same property is a simple way to define areas, such as setting a walkway or patio apart from the main drive. Ask us about finish samples when you request a design consultation.
A backyard pickleball court
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing backyard upgrades in South Florida, and larger Plantation lots have room to fit a full court. A good court starts with a level, well-drained concrete slab, followed by a surface coating, line striping, and net posts set in the right locations.
Because the court was planned with the rest of the exterior, it sits naturally in the yard and drains with the rest of the site instead of looking like an afterthought.
How to plan your Plantation exterior project
Whether you are finishing a new build or updating an existing home, start with how you want to use the property: parking, entertaining, play areas, and low-maintenance landscaping. From there, a clear plan covers layout, materials, drainage, access for equipment, and any permits the City of Plantation requires before work begins.
Concrete Solutions Today handles concrete, turf, courts, pools, and outdoor living as one team. If you are in Plantation or Plantation Acres, visit our Plantation service page or request a free design consultation and send us your property survey.
Frequently asked questions
Do you build concrete and artificial grass driveways in Plantation?
Yes. Concrete Solutions Today designs and installs modern concrete and artificial grass driveways, walkways, and patios for homes in Plantation, Plantation Acres, and across Broward County.
Can you build a pickleball court in my backyard?
Yes. We build backyard pickleball courts starting with a level, well-drained concrete slab, then coordinate the surface, striping, and net posts. Lot size, setbacks, and drainage determine where a court can fit.
What is a California-style concrete finish?
It is a concrete finish that exposes small stones in the surface, adding texture, natural color, and better grip compared with a smooth finish.
Is new construction a good time to add these features?
Yes. Before landscaping and fencing are installed, it is easier to plan grades, drainage, and access, and there is no existing concrete to demolish.