In the Midwest, good weather is a gift, and we believe in making the most of it. For the SYH team, outdoor living isn’t an afterthought. It’s a natural extension of how we live, entertain, unwind, and connect with our surroundings. Whether it’s a front porch that invites neighborhood hellos, a pool patio designed for barefoot afternoons, or an outdoor kitchen that takes the art of making a meal into the great outdoors, we approach these spaces with intention and creativity.

Your home's exterior tells its story before anyone steps inside. From street to sanctuary, we consider how architectural details, material choices, and landscaping work together to create both curb appeal and livability. We balance neighborhood context with personal expression, ensuring your home both stands out and belongs. In historic Bloomington neighborhoods or new Indianapolis developments, we respect architectural heritage while introducing fresh possibilities that reflect who you are.

We think holistically about outdoor living, considering how each element functions on its own and as part of the greater whole. That means creating welcoming entries that transition gracefully to private spaces, zoning for play and relaxation, selecting materials that age beautifully through Indiana's seasons, and ensuring that connections between inside and out feel seamless and inspired.

Whether we're restoring a century-old porch, creating an outdoor kitchen for entertaining, designing a poolside lounge area, or reimagining your home's façade, our approach balances beauty with practicality. Because in the end, a thoughtfully designed exterior doesn't just enhance your property—it transforms how you experience your surroundings, welcomes you home every day, and creates that special feeling that begins the moment your house comes into view.

Explore how we bring this vision to life in our Outdoor Living projects: Three Season Rooms & Screened Porches, Decks & Porches and Pools & Patios. Each one is rooted in beauty, practicality, and the joy of open-air living.