Going Yard - Season 1

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Double Decker

1 - Double Decker

Air Date: May 11, 2012

Chris Lambton and his team battle the rain as they build a backyard entertainment space for a Cape Cod family. His design calls for a custom playground, an outdoor fireplace with a matching brick patio and a giant two-level deck.

Edible English Garden

2 - Edible English Garden

Air Date: May 18, 2012

Chris creates both English and veggie gardens for the Machados, with space for the kids to play.

More Chic, Less Shabby

3 - More Chic, Less Shabby

Air Date: May 25, 2012

Chris turns a barren backyard into a French Country Oasis with formal sod circles, a majestic water feature, a relaxing hammock, a custom painted patio and more.

Cluttered Yard to Modern Lines

4 - Cluttered Yard to Modern Lines

Air Date: June 1, 2012

Chris tackles a backyard overgrown with weeds and stored junk. First he must demo a deteriorating carport before he can build a modern low-profile deck with built-in storage and a relaxation space with a fountain.

Creating a Backyard Tea Room

5 - Creating a Backyard Tea Room

Air Date: June 8, 2012

Chris and his team are asked to turn a backyard filled with children's toys into a sophisticated outdoor space. The finished design includes an arbor with extra seating, a stone patio and a tea room tucked under a tree.

Yard Gone to the Dogs

6 - Yard Gone to the Dogs

Air Date: June 15, 2012

Chris Lambton helps a couple whose backyard has been taken over by their two dogs. He builds them a yard fit to entertain both people and pets that includes a new deck with a custom tiki bar, a hot tub and a personal dog park.

Creating an Outdoor Theater

7 - Creating an Outdoor Theater

Air Date: June 22, 2012

A family needs a backyard where the kids can play, the adults can relax and everyone can make memories. Chris transforms a forgettable backyard into a space with comfy seating, a lounge area with a hammock, a grassy play area and an outdoor theater.

Tricked Out Rustic Design

8 - Tricked Out Rustic Design

Air Date: June 29, 2012

Chris and his landscaping team tackle a shabby backyard for an expectant couple in need of more livable space. He designs this growing family a rustic backyard complete with all the comforts of home.

Creating a Vintage Backyard

9 - Creating a Vintage Backyard

Air Date: July 6, 2012

The backyard of a couple's 100-year-old Craftsman bungalow lacks the charm and character of their home, so Chris creates a vintage backyard with a new covered deck, vintage bike fence and a water feature.

Midcentury Modern Backyard

10 - Midcentury Modern Backyard

Air Date: July 13, 2012

Chris faces one of his toughest challenges yet as he transforms a neglected backyard into a stunning midcentury modern retreat with raised beds, a mini orchard, a fire pit and a Mondrian-inspired outdoor kitchen.

Modern Backyard Makeover

11 - Modern Backyard Makeover

Air Date: July 20, 2012

Chris and his team create a stunning, modern backyard for a family of four. They build a custom raised deck and a cozy cocktail lounge for adults and a hand-crafted playhouse, see saws and trike-riding paths for kids.

Sleek and Modern Backyard

12 - Sleek and Modern Backyard

Air Date: July 27, 2012

A young family with a beautiful backyard studio office needs help with the rest of the space. Chris creates a stream-lined deck, raised vegetable garden, clever horizontal privacy fence with a sitting area and an innovative playground for their daughter.

Sporty Backyard

13 - Sporty Backyard

Air Date: August 3, 2012

Chris and his team transform a weedy field into a sports complex for an active family. He creates a croquet lawn and batting cage for the boys, a koi pond for the daughter and and outdoor eating area for the entire family.

Lambton's Wedding Reception

14 - Lambton's Wedding Reception

Air Date: August 10, 2012

After getting married in an intimate ceremony in another state, Chris and Peyton begin transforming their neglected backyard into a beautifully designed space where they can host their wedding reception.