John Lapp approached Fisher's Backyard Structures with a vision to create an outdoor living space that would enhance his family's ability to entertain and gather together. As he explains, "The motivation to invest in the pavilion was, you know, just to have to create a space for our family. And, we are we like hosting people." The project addressed a practical challenge: their home's exterior doors were exposed to the elements, which meant outdoor gatherings were at the mercy of the weather.
The structural integrity of the finished pavilion particularly impressed John. He describes it as "it's pure timbers. It's heavy duty... it's the strongest part of our house." The construction quality exceeded his expectations, featuring "big 10 inch timbers" with everything "pegged together" so securely that, in his words, "We could put a car up on top of this thing, and it would hold it."
The project's success hinged on careful coordination between multiple contractors, with Manny from Fisher's taking a leading role in the planning process. John particularly valued Manny's attention to detail, noting that "Manny is very detailed... He was the one to pull out a tape measure while we were still dreaming" - a level of engagement that set him apart from other contractors they had consulted.
The custom nature of the design proved essential to achieving their goals. As John explains, "everything's customized to this space," noting that they "wanted to match the roofline" and "cover both doors." A pre-fabricated structure simply wouldn't have addressed their specific needs or integrated seamlessly with their existing architecture.
The project's execution exceeded expectations in both timeline and functionality. The Fisher's team completed the work ahead of schedule, and the finished pavilion has transformed how the family uses their outdoor space throughout the year. John particularly appreciates how it will enhance their winter experience, explaining that they can now "come outside on the porch when it snows" without being directly exposed to the elements.
Their satisfaction with the project is perhaps best captured in John's wholehearted endorsement: "If I would do this again... I would definitely go with Fisher Backyard Structures. They did a really good job." The project stands as a testament to the value of custom design and skilled craftsmanship in creating spaces that truly meet a family's needs.
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