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Zero Lawn Xeriscape - Return of the Native
Zero Lawn Xeriscape - Return of the Native
David Morello Garden Enterprises, Inc.David Morello Garden Enterprises, Inc.
No end to our creativity. David F Morello
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic front yard stone flower bed in Houston for summer.
Midcentury Rustic
Midcentury Rustic
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
These clients bought a Mid-century house with a vintage landscape that left something to be desired. Both the clients as well as myself have a great appreciation for midcentury design and its clean lines but the majority of the landscapes found in Mid-century housing developments across America miss the mark when it comes to more current sensibilities. The midcentury American philosophy was that man should exert dominance over the land and that hedge trimmers and lawn mowers are mans best friends. Today more enlighten landscape designers strive to create landscapes that work with nature and not dominate it. In this project we did just that. These home owners loved the view of the mountains from their back yard in Santa Barbara, the way the warm colored sand stone boulders peak through muted greens of the Chaparral. We designed this landscape to be of its place. Sourcing local sandstone boulders like to ones found in the mountains behind the house we used then to build a low retaining wall. By breaking the sloping land into two flatter sections we are able to slow down the speed at which water evacuates the property giving it a chance to soak into the soil. This allows the landscape to work like a natural mini water shed, keeping the storm drains and then the oceans overwhelmed with polluted water and providing more water to the plants with less irrigation. When it came to the plants, the clients wanted low water color and texture. To celebrate the fact that the house is located in Santa Barbara county we wanted to incorporate the muted green tones, with pops of colorful foliage. Using a mix of course lots of California native plants and Mediterranean adapted plants we created a plant plate that is beautiful, low maintenance and flutters with native fauna such as bird, and butterflies and bees.
Small Spaces
Small Spaces
G Brown DesignG Brown Design
re-used broken concrete in flagstone path, re-purposed corrugated metal on fence
Photo of a small eclectic full sun side yard stone garden path in Salt Lake City.
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Roof Top Deck Spaces
Roof Top Deck Spaces
JW LANDSCAPES LLCJW LANDSCAPES LLC
Deck - eclectic deck idea in Chicago
River Rock Dry Creek Bed
River Rock Dry Creek Bed
Stone GardenStone Garden
This creative homeowner designed a stunning dry creek bed to serve as a border between a whimsical garden and the plush lawn. She selected an impressive sandstone bridge which leads to a cozy seating area, guarded by her cherished giraffe, Gigi. Come by to see our range of river rock and boulders at 5726 Market Street in Wilmington, NC.
Archipod
Archipod
PodzookPodzook
Mid-sized eclectic backyard patio photo in Portland Maine
Curved Retaining Wall
Curved Retaining Wall
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan
This is an example of a small eclectic front yard stone retaining wall landscape in Chicago.
Cleveland Sage
Cleveland Sage
Edger Landscape DesignEdger Landscape Design
In this Marin County garden Cleveland Sage blooms in the late spring and prefers little to no summer water. Here, it is used with other California native plants to provide a low screen in a planting mound. Cathy Edger, Edger Landscape Design
Front, back and center
Front, back and center
BE Landscape DesignBE Landscape Design
Lounge, daybed, pergola, firepit. Backyard transformed from vacant lot to entertainment central.
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic drought-tolerant, privacy and partial sun stone landscaping in Los Angeles for spring.
Dry Streams, Rain Gardens and Bog Gardens
Dry Streams, Rain Gardens and Bog Gardens
Earth Design, Inc.Earth Design, Inc.
This photo shows a series of rain gardens with connecting dry streams where a client previously had erosion and washing problems. The rain gardens help to slow the water temporarily and allow the rain water to soak in, but they do not allow standing water.
Wine Barrels against Corrugated Wall
Wine Barrels against Corrugated Wall
Metta LandscapesMetta Landscapes
Torulosa Juniper, Ceanothus, succulents
This is an example of an eclectic landscaping in San Francisco.
Northern Virginia Country Estate
Northern Virginia Country Estate
Land & Water DesignLand & Water Design
Our client constructed their new home on five wooded acres in Northern Virginia, and they requested our firm to help them design the ultimate backyard retreat complete with custom natural look pool as the main focal point. The pool was designed into an existing hillside, adding natural boulders and multiple waterfalls, raised spa. Next to the spa is a raised natural wood burning fire pit for those cool evenings or just a fun place for the kids to roast marshmallows. The extensive Techo-bloc Inca paver pool deck, a large custom pool house complete with bar, kitchen/grill area, lounge area with 60" flat screen TV, full audio throughout the pool house & pool area with a full bath to complete the pool area. For the back of the house, we included a custom composite waterproof deck with lounge area below, recessed lighting, ceiling fans & small outdoor grille area make this space a great place to hangout. For the man of the house, an avid golfer, a large Southwest synthetic putting green (2000 s.f.) with bunker and tee boxes keeps him on top of his game. A kids playhouse, connecting flagstone walks throughout, extensive non-deer appealing landscaping, outdoor lighting, and full irrigation fulfilled all of the client's design parameters.
Pacific Aveue House
Pacific Aveue House
Riaz DesignRiaz Design
Photo of an eclectic landscaping in San Francisco.
Beverly Grove,   Monet Drought Tolerant Garden -Front Yard
Beverly Grove, Monet Drought Tolerant Garden -Front Yard
Bosler Earth DesignBosler Earth Design
Daniel Bosler Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic drought-tolerant and full sun front yard stone landscaping in Los Angeles.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Legacy Landscape Design, LLCLegacy Landscape Design, LLC
This was a fun project. The client wanted a pizza oven and outdoor kitchen. We had previously done the flagstone patio for him, so we were excited to work with him on the next phase. He actually shipped the Pizza Oven in from Italy. We designed and built the space aorund it, and faced it in a veneer flagstone. We extended the Pergola out and designed it with low maintenance Fiberglass columns. We also hid the landscaping lighting in the pergola as night lighting for the kitchen. Another focal point in the yard was the outdoor fireplace and flat screen TV. It was a special Flat Screen HD TV designed for outdoor use. We even installed surround sound. It is a pretty magical space at night. This project was featured on HGTV's Ground Breakers Series. Mark Schisler, Legacy Landscapes, Inc.
Raised vegetable garden
Raised vegetable garden
Terrascapes Landscape DesignTerrascapes Landscape Design
The existing deck was demolished and replaced by a raised vegetable garden with vertical gardening on the walls and up bean poles. Our clients enjoy harvesting their own produce. Photo: Ralph Mercer
Less Water, More Beautiful
Less Water, More Beautiful
Greenwood Design Associates, LLCGreenwood Design Associates, LLC
Elfin thyme softens a stepping stone path. Penstemon 'Midnight' flowers purple in the foreground, hedge of Garrya elliptica 'Evie' (Coast Silktassel) provides a dark green backdrop along the fence. The end of season flowers are still hanging on the rosy buckwheat in the background, visible against the tall flowers spikes of Muhlenbergia rigens (Deer Grass.) Dark coral bells and pink carpet roses peek through on the right. Robyn Basso

Eclectic Outdoor Design Ideas

Outdoor spaces
Outdoor spaces
BlissLightsBlissLights
The BlissLights Spright is our most popular product. This unique lighting experience projects thousands of static pin-points of light perfect for a “fire fly” effect in your garden, on your home, in trees, yard, pool or lawn. Combine green, red and blue for a truly unique lighting display that will amaze you and your neighbors each night! Special outdoor occasions have never felt so magical! Being surrounded by a firefly effect truly transforms any event, dinner or gathering outdoors!
Summer Container Pot Garden Design, Winnetka, IL.
Summer Container Pot Garden Design, Winnetka, IL.
Schmechtig LandscapesSchmechtig Landscapes
Request Free Quote Winnetka, Illinois Outdoor Pot and Planter Ideas Schmechtig Landscapes
TImber Pavers & Decks
TImber Pavers & Decks
Greenkind BuildersGreenkind Builders
Log rounds act as timber pavers when fitted tightly together.
Inspiration for a small eclectic side yard deck remodel in Other with no cover
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