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These homeowners were looking to up their hosting game by modernizing their property to create the ultimate entertainment space. A custom outdoor kitchen was added with a top of the line Delta Heat grill and a special nook for a Big Green Egg. Flagstone was added to create asymmetrical walkways throughout the yard that extended into a ring around the fire pit. Four rectangular trellises were added along the fence and shed, with an all metal pergola located at the back of the pool. This unique structure immediately draws the eye and adds a playful, artistic element to the rest of the space. The use of various sized rocks, gravel, and flagstone give a rough texture that creates a symbiosis with the metalwork. Silver Falls Dichondra creates a beautiful contrast to the rocks and can be found all over the property along with various other grasses, ferns, and agave. A large area of gravel rests on the side of the house, giving the client room to park a recreational vehicle. In front, a privacy fence was added along one of the property lines, leading into a drought resistant, eco-friendly section of yard. This fence, coupled with a giant boulder, doubles as a safety precaution in case drivers miss the turn and run into their lawn. This updated landscaping adds an effortless flow for guests to move from the front yard to the back while creating a very open, welcoming feel to all who enter.


Inspiration for a mid-sized farmhouse desert backyard decomposed granite landscaping in Orange County.


Design ideas for a mid-sized craftsman drought-tolerant, desert and partial sun backyard river rock landscaping in San Diego.


Amazing view from the fireplace
Photo of a large modern desert and full sun backyard formal garden in Other for fall.
Photo of a large modern desert and full sun backyard formal garden in Other for fall.


This cheerful + convenient Urban Abode is exactly what you need right now! Totally transformed with a modernized layout & top notch, low maintenance materials & finishes. A light filled, open kitchen + great room live large, allowing for flexibility in the use of the space. Ample storage throughout! BIG bonus is the large utility/flex room that can serve a variety of needs. Custom kitchen features timeless + modern gray cabinets, classic carrara style counters, stunning metallic glass tile, Energy Star SS appliances, brushed hardware, recessed lights + breakfast bar/work station! Brand new Master & Guest Bathrooms! Low-E WIndows, Luxury Vinyl Plank Floors, LED Lighting, Fans, Upgraded 200amp Electrical, H20 Heater, New Cooler, Fresh Paint, Bkyd Fire Pit + TruGrass, Covered Patio + MORE! More...


Modern Style Spool and BBQ seating area. Synthetic lawn divides the grey smooth finish concrete decking and the circular fire pit.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary desert and full sun backyard stone fence formal garden in Los Angeles with decking for summer.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary desert and full sun backyard stone fence formal garden in Los Angeles with decking for summer.


Design ideas for a drought-tolerant, desert and full sun backyard river rock landscaping in Las Vegas.


This is an example of a large traditional drought-tolerant, full sun and desert backyard gravel landscaping in Albuquerque for summer.


Photo of a large modern desert and partial sun backyard outdoor sport court in Phoenix with decking for summer.


This is an example of a mediterranean drought-tolerant, full sun and desert backyard gravel landscaping in Phoenix.


This mid-century modern home features a bench with an integrated planter and multiple lounge areas
Photo of a mid-sized mid-century modern drought-tolerant, desert and full sun backyard concrete paver and wood fence landscaping in Austin.
Photo of a mid-sized mid-century modern drought-tolerant, desert and full sun backyard concrete paver and wood fence landscaping in Austin.


Decomposed granite patio/flex space defined with custom steel edging.
Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/


Inspiration for a mid-sized modern drought-tolerant, desert and full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Other.


Photo of a small southwestern desert and partial sun backyard landscaping in Phoenix.


Inspiration for a large southwestern drought-tolerant, full sun and desert backyard gravel landscaping in Houston for summer.


Southwestern landscaping services in the backyard of Riverside, CA home. New grass, plants, and patio construction.
Design ideas for a large southwestern drought-tolerant, desert and full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Los Angeles for summer.
Design ideas for a large southwestern drought-tolerant, desert and full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Los Angeles for summer.


Design ideas for a large southwestern desert and full sun backyard gravel outdoor sport court in Albuquerque.


Creating this landscape, we brought in tons of soil, creating raised berms in order to plant on a very rocky mountain base.
Using specimen boulders, Agaves and Yuccas and combining them with drought tolerant perennials adds a wonderful combination of softness and color.


Design ideas for a large southwestern drought-tolerant, desert and partial sun backyard stone landscaping in Denver.
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