2025 Yardzen Awards
Each year, our design and editorial teams come together to honor the products that transform yards into truly livable spaces. The 2025 Yardzen Awards feature a combination of Designer Picks—our most-used products across real client projects—and Also Great picks—standouts selected for innovation, design appeal, and sustainability.
Gather
The best outdoor living spaces create connection—seating that draws people in, a fire pit that keeps the conversation going, and design that makes space for all. These pieces turn your yard into the go-to spot. Explore Design Plans.
Curated by Kevin Lenhart
Kevin Lenhart, Yardzen’s Design Director, received his degree in Landscape Architecture from UC Berkeley. He lives in Texas and is passionate about sustainable design that gets families outside.
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Also Great
Slope Indoor/Outdoor Lounge Chair
A long-time Yardzen favorite. Beautiful, comfortable, and holds up to all weather.
Outdoor Vista Sofa
Sophisticated, clean-lined outdoor sofa with all-weather upholstery and timeless proportions, reflecting a luxurious minimalist approach.
Heated Evia Lounge
Galanter & Jones elevates all outdoor hangs with integrated heating in their furniture.
Teak Outdoor Sofa with Armless Chairs, 5-Seat
Handcrafted from natural materials—likely rattan and teak—this chair evokes resort-style ease with a relaxed silhouette and artisanal craftsmanship.
Pergola Kit with Wave Shades
A modern, customizable pergola kit complete with adjustable wave-pattern shade elements for flexible sun control.
Round Sunbrella Patio Umbrella in White Sand
Timeless canopy umbrella with a fade-resistant Sunbrella cover in a neutral white-sand hue; classic styling and durable performance in varying weather.
Cook & Dine
Open-air meals, made easy. From the perfect grill setup to furniture built for long dinners under the stars, these picks bring beauty and function to the backyard kitchen and dining room.
Curated by Jennifer Pavlick
Jenn leads operations at Yardzen, and when she's not helping our clients, you can find her hosting at home in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Also Great
Bordeaux Concrete Top 94″ Table
A bold dining table with a polished concrete tabletop and sturdy base—industrial yet elegant, built to anchor large gatherings.
Terrace Teak Dining Table & Bench
Classic teak dining set with generous dimensions, perfect for relaxed al fresco meals with bench seating appeal.
Karu 12 Pizza Oven
A compact, portable pizza oven capable of wood-fired cooking up to 950 °F—delivers authentic artisan pizzas at home.
Plants & Garden
These are the raised beds, greenhouses, plants, and decor that help you grow your own—whether it’s herbs on the patio or a full backyard harvest.
Curated by Kendra Poppy
Kendra is the VP of Marketing who spends her free time in her edible front yard with her husband, young son, and five chickens.
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Also Great
Wabi Small Fiberstone Planter
A contemporary minimalist planter made from fiberstone with clean modern lines and muted finishes—elevates plant displays with sculptural presence.
Natural Cedar Raised Garden Beds
Simple, rot-resistant cedar garden beds—stackable or modular, ideal for eco-friendly backyard gardening.
Cedar Chicken Coop & Run
Traditional cedar-framed coop with integrated nesting and an attached run—designed for your backyard flock with planter functionality.
Relax & Rejuvenate
Wellness, built into your yard. From sculptural chaise lounges to cold plunges and cedar saunas, these picks turn your yard into a place to recharge—beautifully.
Curated by Adam Messner
Adam, Yardzen's co-founder, is a licensed landscape contractor and an accomplished college swimmer. He's passionate about all things pools and recovery.
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Also Great
Limestone Fiberstone Fountain
A sculptural outdoor fountain crafted from limestone fiberstone—adds soothing water sound and visual elegance.
Above Ground 13′ × 7′ with Jets
A luxury above-ground pool with integrated seating and jets, creating a spa-like experience in a smaller footprint.
Sun Lounger in Sunbrella Canvas
A FSC-certified teak frame and Sunbrella cushions makes this lounger ideal for soaking up sun or relaxing poolside.
Learn & Play
Designed to get everyone outside. These are the playhouses, trampolines, and water tables that turn the backyard into a screen-free zone—where kids roam and imaginations run wild.
Curated by Allison Messner
Yardzen's CEO and co-founder, Allison, is passionate about helping families spend time outside. A mom of two, she's excited about long-lasting products that help kids get off their devices.
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Build with the Best
The materials that do the heavy lifting. Think pavers, decking, gravel—everything that brings structure, flow, and style to your outdoor space. These are our go-tos for a reason.
Curated by Coleman Cosby
Coleman is Yardzen's in-house landscape contractor who spent over twenty years in the field in the Bay Area. He knows every landscaping material, and what it costs.
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Also Great
Premium Brown Bark Mulch
Natural bark mulch that helps retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and add a rich brown finish to planted beds.
Cyber Tech 18-Light LED String Light Set
Festive overhead string lighting known for reliability—used in nearly 75% of Yardzen projects for ambient illumination.
Dog-Ear Picket Vinyl Fence, White
Classic white picket fence with dog-ear post caps in durable vinyl—traditional look, minimal upkeep.
Quarziti 2.0 24″ Paver in Glacier
Contemporary, large-format paver in cool gray tones with modern stone look.
Max Spread Brass Path & Area Light
Brass lighting fixture that’s beautiful for illuminating paths and outdoor living areas.
Exterior of Home
From paint colors to windows and doors, these picks elevate your home’s exterior and set the tone for all that follows—creating the perfect backdrop for a beautiful yard.
Curated by Alicia Kim
Alicia leads Yardzen's product team, and loves all things exterior design. She's lived across the country and experienced many local home styles.
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Also Great
Post Mount Locking Mailbox
A locking mailbox with secure latch that is both beautiful and practical.
Cedar A/C Privacy Screen
Compact cedar-finished screen designed to conceal air-conditioning units while blending with landscape palette.
Graphite
A deep charcoal exterior paint—dramatic, refined, and works well on accent doors, trim, or siding.