Residential — Build

From plan to poured reality

Hardscape, softscape, lighting, irrigation, water features, outdoor living — every element of your outdoor space, installed by one crew, with one accountable point of contact.

What we build

Full-scope residential services

From the ground up — every element of your outdoor space, designed and installed by one crew.

Hardscaping

Patios, driveways, walks, steps, concrete and segmental retaining walls, and paver installations using Barkman, Techo-Bloc, and other proven hardscape systems.

"Stone that ages beautifully — built to outlast the seasons."

We build with

Demolition, Grading & Excavation

Site prep done right — demolition of existing hardscape and structures, excavation, grading, and drainage shaping to set every project up for success.

"What happens underground decides how the yard ages above it."

Scope
DemolitionExcavationGradingDrainage

Sod Installation

Fresh lawn installation using quality sod sourced from local sod farms for renovations, new yards, and final landscape finishes.

"A green lawn by the weekend — locally grown, expertly laid."

Sourced from
Local AB Sod FarmsKentucky BluegrassPremium Blends

Artificial Turf

Rymar logoAuthorized Rymar Dealer

Authorized Rymar dealer — supply and install of premium synthetic turf for lawns, putting greens, pet runs, and rooftop or shaded areas where natural grass struggles. Proper base prep, drainage, and clean edge detailing included.

"Always green, no mowing, no irrigation — engineered for our climate."

Authorized dealer

Irrigation System Installation

Full irrigation installs for garden beds and lawns — drip lines, rotors, and sprays planned with Hunter, Toro, and Rain Bird for even coverage, efficiency, and easy service.

"Set it once. Save water every week after."

Trusted brands

Planting & Softscape Installation

Trees, shrubs, perennials, and bed installs sourced from Southern Alberta nurseries and greenhouses, selected for site fit and longevity.

"Plants chosen for our climate — so they thrive, not just survive."

Sourced from
Southern AB NurseriesLocal GreenhousesNative Species

Outdoor Living Spaces

Custom outdoor living builds including fireplaces, cedar pergolas, feature structures, gathering spaces, and one-of-a-kind backyard upgrades.

"Where summer nights become the best part of the year."

We build
Custom FireplacesCedar PergolasOutdoor KitchensFire Pits

Water Features

Custom ponds, streams, waterfalls, and focal water features, typically built with Aquascape products and tailored to your landscape.

"The sound of moving water — your backyard's quiet luxury."

Built with
AquascapeCustom PondsStreams & Falls

Outdoor Landscape Lighting

Low-voltage path, accent, and architectural lighting designed to extend your evenings and highlight the best parts of your yard, safely and efficiently.

"The yard you love by day — even better after dark."

We install
Path LightingAccent & UplightsArchitecturalLow-Voltage LED
Real projects

Built by Avara

Every project below is a yard we've built. Click any photo to view the full set, scope, and build cost.

$200K +

Full-yard pergola estate

Medicine Hat, AB

A full-property build that ties together every zone — a covered outdoor living room, a cedar entertaining patio, flagstone garden paths, tiered stone steps, and a private steel-pergola swing corner. Designed and installed end-to-end by our crew.

Scope

Multiple pergolas · Paver patios & walkways · Stone steps & retaining walls · Sod · Planting beds · Lighting

PergolaHardscapeOutdoor LivingPlantingLightingWater FeatureFireplace
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$75K +

Backyard fire pit lounge & water feature

Southern Alberta

A backyard refresh anchored by a sculpted feature bed and a basalt sphere water feature flowing into black rock mulch. Curved Barkman paver edging wraps the bed and ties into a fire pit lounge with Adirondack seating, fresh sod, drip-irrigated planting, and accent evergreens.

Scope

Curved paver-edged feature bed · Sphere water feature · Fire pit lounge with Adirondacks · Rock mulch · Sod · Planting · Irrigation

HardscapeWater FeatureFire PitPlantingSodIrrigation
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Build Clients

What homeowners say about our builds

Recent reviews from clients who trusted us with their custom landscape build.

4.8(35 reviews on Google)

"We had a wonderful experience working with Avara. Eric helped us come up with a plan, and worked with our budget. He was there to make our backyard dreams happen and they did. They cleaned up the yard at the end of each day, and finished all the work in timely manner. Will definitely be having them back for the next project."

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Natasha Bond
11 months ago

"Thank you Eric for designing our front yard layout, and to Mike and his crew for the transformation on-site! Everyone was very friendly, professional and took care of our home throughout the entire process. Thank you!"

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Phil and Sue
a year ago

"Avara did a beautiful job on our backyard, it was a complete overhaul. From design to build to after-care support they have been great to work with. We now have a great space to enjoy as a family."

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Kimberley Row
4 years ago
Flexible payment plans

Spread your project into monthly payments

We've partnered with Financit so you can build now and pay over time.

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