A colorful river of California natives fills a bioswale, allowing rainfall to percolate into the ground water table. Rain or shine, this bridge offers dry passage from the garden to the home.

An amphitheater covered with an emerald green IdealMow lawn offers picnickers views of the tennis courts. The re-shaped topography also guides water to the bioswale.

Photo: Orly Olivier for FormLA Landscaping

The fire pit patio provides a warm retreat on cool nights.

A gathering spot at night, the fire pit patio offers a quiet retreat during the day.

A hot spot with a cool view, the fire pit patio overlooks the Rain Cascade Garden and home from a lush and leafy location.