Norwood is a borough in the Northern Valley of Bergen County, between Closter and Northvale, close to the New York line. It is a quiet, green town with winding streets, mature trees and fairly generous lots. Housing ranges from mid-century Colonials and ranches to newer custom homes that replaced older houses. The ground rolls gently in most neighborhoods, and many properties are well wooded.
Entries with presence
A bigger house on a bigger lot needs an entry that is in scale. We build wide bluestone landings, stacked stone risers and stone veneer that wraps the foundation, so the front of the house looks solid and finished. Our stone masonry and brickwork service covers veneer on steps, walls, columns and foundations.
A backyard built around a fire
On Norwood’s roomier lots, many homeowners want a patio that works as an outdoor living room. An outdoor fireplace or fire pit becomes the focal point, with pavers or bluestone around it and seating walls to define the space. We build fireplaces on their own reinforced footings, separate from the patio base, so they do not shift or crack the pavers around them.
Common pieces in a Norwood backyard plan:
- A dining area right off the kitchen or family room doors
- A lounge area around the fire feature
- A curved walk connecting the two to the lawn and gardens
- Low walls or steps to handle any change in grade
Working around woods
Wooded lots mean leaf litter, shade and roots. We pick paver colors that do not show staining, plan for good drainage under shaded areas that stay damp, and route excavation away from large trees.
Approvals
Larger patios and fire features may need review by the borough building department, and lot coverage limits can apply. We look into the requirements before the design is final.
Also nearby
We serve the Northern Valley towns, including Northvale and Closter, as part of our Bergen County coverage. Schedule your free estimate to start planning.
