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Seneca Residence
Seneca Residence
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
The driveway was rebuilt with permeable Belgard 'Old World' pavers to complement the Spanish style home. Slabs of 'Autumn Gold' create steps up to the front seating area, which is contained by a seatwall clad in 'Mt. Moriah' ledge stone. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.
Colorful and Contemplative
Colorful and Contemplative
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
When I came to this property not only was the landscape a scrappy mess the property also had some very real grading and drainage issues that were jeopardizing the safety of this house. As recent transplants from New Jerseys to Southern California these clients were in awe of all the plants they were seeing in their neighborhood. Living on the water at the Ventura harbor they wanted to be able to take full advantage or the outdoor lifestyle and cool ocean breeze. Being environmentally conscious citizens, these clients were very concerned that their garden was designed with sustainability as a leading factor. As they said in our initial consultation, “Would want or garden be part of the solution not part of the problem.” This property is the last house on the bottom of a gently sloping street. All the water from the neighbor’s houses drain onto this property. When I came into this project the back yard sloped into the house. When it would rain the water would pool up against the house causing water damage. To address the drainage we employed several tactics. Firstly, we had to invert the slope in the back yard so that water would not pool against the house. We created a very minor slope going away from the house so that water drains away but so the patio area feels flat. The back of the back yard had an existing retaining wall made out of shabby looking slump stone. In front of that retaining wall we created a beautiful natural stone retaining wall. This retain wall severs many purposes. One it works as a place to put some of the soil removed from the grading giving this project a smaller carbon foot print (moving soil of a site burns a lot of fossil fuel). The retaining wall also helps obscure the shabby existing retaining wall and allows for planting space above the footing from the existing retaining wall. The soil behind the ne retaining wall is slightly lower than the top of the wall so that when the run on water on from the neighbor’s property flows it is slowed down and absorbed before it has a chance to get near the house. Finally, the wall is at a height designed to serve as overflow seating as these clients intend to have occasional large parties and gatherings. Other efforts made to help keep the house safe and dry are that we used permeable paving. With the hardscape being comprised of flag stone with gravel in-between water has a chance to soak into the ground so it does not flow into spots where it will pool up. The final element to help keep the house dry is the addition of infiltration swales. Infiltration swales are depressions in the landscape that capture rain water. The down spouts on the sides of the houses are connected to pipe that goes under the ground and conveys the water to the swales. In this project it helps move rain water away from the house. In general, these Infiltration swales are a powerful element in creating sustainable landscapes. These swales capture pollutants that accumulate on the roof and in the landscape. Biology in the soil in the swales can break down these pollutants. When run of watered is not captured by soil on a property the dirty water flows into water ways and then the ocean were the biology that breaks down the pollutants is not as prolific. This is particularly important in this project as it drains directly into the harbor. The water that is absorbed in to the swales can replenish aquafers as well as increasing the water available to the plants planted in that area recusing the amount of water that is needed from irrigation. When it came to the planting we went with a California friendly tropical theme. Using lots of succulents and plants with colorful foliage we created vibrant lush landscape that will have year around color. We planted densely (the images in the picture were taken only a month after installation). Taller drought tolerant plants to help regulate the temperature and loss of water from the plants below them. The dense plantings will help keep the garden, the house and even the neighborhood cooler on hot days, will provide spaces for birds to enjoy and will create an illusion of depth in a somewhat narrow space. Today this garden is a space these homeowners can fully enjoy while having the peace of mind that their house is protected from flooding and they are helping the environment.
Beautiful Gardens
Beautiful Gardens
Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLCElise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC
Réalisation d'un grand jardin arrière tradition avec une exposition partiellement ombragée, des pavés en pierre naturelle et un mur de soutènement.
W64 | Haus mit Atelier
W64 | Haus mit Atelier
GRIMM ARCHITEKTEN BDAGRIMM ARCHITEKTEN BDA
Freisitz mit Gartenschrank
Réalisation d'une grande allée carrossable avant design l'été avec un mur de soutènement, une exposition ensoleillée, des pavés en pierre naturelle et une clôture en pierre.
Blackburn
Blackburn
Inspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen DhaliwalInspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen Dhaliwal
View of the front garden pathway, from the new aggregate driveway. 6 months from completion. For more pics, refer also to the Blackburn album.
Réalisation d'un très grand jardin avant design au printemps avec un mur de soutènement, une exposition ensoleillée, une clôture en bois et des pavés en brique.
Modern Address Marker - Fox Point, WI
Modern Address Marker - Fox Point, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
We designed an address marker constructed with cedar and natural stone. Slate chip mulch surrounds the plans and lannon stone boulders.
Idées déco pour une allée carrossable avant moderne de taille moyenne avec un mur de soutènement, une exposition ensoleillée, du gravier et une clôture en bois.
Driveway with historic preservation in mind
Driveway with historic preservation in mind
Twig Landscape Design, LLCTwig Landscape Design, LLC
Another after photo of the widened front steps and updated materials for the front stoop (Cambridge Limestone) and a much more functional parking pad.
Contemporary wide and narrow makeover
Contemporary wide and narrow makeover
Land Studio CLand Studio C
Land Studio C
Réalisation d'un petit xéropaysage arrière design avec un mur de soutènement et du gravier.
Hidden Trail
Hidden Trail
Seed LandcareSeed Landcare
Inspiration pour un xéropaysage arrière design de taille moyenne et l'été avec une exposition partiellement ombragée, des pavés en pierre naturelle et un mur de soutènement.
Canon Hill Driveway
Canon Hill Driveway
Pacific Garden DesignPacific Garden Design
With a narrow driveway and leaning concrete retaining walls, parking was a major challenge at this 1938 brick Tudor on Spokane's South Hill. Crumbling concrete stairs added another layer of difficulty, and after a particularly rough winter, the homeowners were ready for a change. The failing concrete walls were replaced with stacked boulders, which created space for a new, wider driveway. Natural stone steps offer access to the backyard, while the new front stairs and sidewalk provide a safe route to the front door. The original iron railings were preserved and modified to be reused with the new stairs.
Small Backyard Retreat
Small Backyard Retreat
Jasmin Landscape Design Build MaintainJasmin Landscape Design Build Maintain
Idées déco pour un jardin arrière contemporain de taille moyenne et l'automne avec un mur de soutènement, une exposition partiellement ombragée et des pavés en béton.
Boulder Seating
Boulder Seating
Revolution LandscapeRevolution Landscape
A granite boulder seat wall is interplanted with diamondia and other low water succulents to form a simple and naturalist gravel patio space.
Réalisation d'un jardin arrière chalet de taille moyenne avec un mur de soutènement, une exposition ensoleillée et du gravier.
Walkways, retaining walls, patio with fire pit!
Walkways, retaining walls, patio with fire pit!
SecureTurf - Charlotte Landscaping ExpertsSecureTurf - Charlotte Landscaping Experts
Retaining walls and raised patio with fire feature.
Idées déco pour un grand jardin latéral avec un mur de soutènement et des pavés en béton.
Texas Hill Country meets Modern
Texas Hill Country meets Modern
Red Sun LandscapesRed Sun Landscapes
Red Sun Landscapes, Trent Cantrell Our clients wanted to handle a drainage issue on their corner lot, use a natural treatment with drought tolerant plants, and needed to blend into a neighborhood of Mid-Century and Modern homes.
Concrete Stairway, Steel Railing + Gabion Cheek Walls
Concrete Stairway, Steel Railing + Gabion Cheek Walls
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Concrete stair flanked by steel railings and gabion cheek walls. Path lights are placed in the planting beds for way-finding up the steps.
Idée de décoration pour un grand jardin arrière minimaliste avec un mur de soutènement, une exposition partiellement ombragée et des pavés en béton.
Cape Cod Inn with New England Stone Cladding, Retaining Walls, and Water Feature
Cape Cod Inn with New England Stone Cladding, Retaining Walls, and Water Feature
STONEYARD®STONEYARD®
Cape Cod is a vacation hot spot due not only to its vicinity to amazing beaches and seafood, but also because of its historic seaside charm. The Winstead Inn & Beach Resort located in Harwich, MA, is the perfect place to enjoy everything Cape Cod has to offer. If you are lucky enough to stay in the "Commodore's Quarters" prepare to be greeted with the soothing sounds of moving water and the rich textures of historic natural stone. This charming getaway reminds you of years past with STONEYARD® Boston Blend™ Mosaic, a local natural stone that was used as cladding, on retaining walls, stair risers, and in a water feature. Corner stones were used around the top of the retaining walls and water feature to maintain the look and feel of full thickness stones. Visit www.stoneyard.com/winstead for more photos, info, and video!
Cornog Residence
Cornog Residence
Finishing Touches LandscapingFinishing Touches Landscaping
Exemple d'un jardin arrière montagne de taille moyenne avec un mur de soutènement et des pavés en pierre naturelle.
Rock Garden retaining walls
Rock Garden retaining walls
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Rock garden Wall in the retaining the front yard driveway in Manalapan, Florida by Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc. Planting design Akiko Iwata
Cette photo montre une allée carrossable avant asiatique de taille moyenne avec un mur de soutènement et des pavés en pierre naturelle.
Urban West London Garden uses Contemporary Slatted Screen Fencing
Urban West London Garden uses Contemporary Slatted Screen Fencing
Silva Timber ProductsSilva Timber Products
Crisp and contemporary, horizontal lines are very much in fashion, both indoor and in the garden. Western Red Cedar Slatted Screen fences provide the sought-after look without restricting light or privacy. Particularly in smaller urban gardens, the warm and varied colour tones of the wood help add a much needed natural feel. Project designed by Charlie Day Gardens
Bowie St - Cedar Fence & Concrete Retaining Wall - Wolflin
Bowie St - Cedar Fence & Concrete Retaining Wall - Wolflin
806 Outdoors Ltd Co806 Outdoors Ltd Co
We had the awesome opportunity to complete this 8ft Western Red Cedar board-on-board privacy fence that included metal gate frames with industrial hinges and 2x6 single stage trim cap. We used exterior rated GRK screws for 100% of the installation, not a single nail on the entire project. The project also included demolition and removal of a failed retaining wall followed by the form up and pouring of a new 24” tall concrete retaining wall. As always we are grateful for the opportunity to work with amazing clients who allow us to turn ideas into reality. If you have an idea for a custom fence, retaining wall, or any other outdoor project, give 806 Outdoors a call. 806 690 2344.
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