Photo by George Dzahristos

Photo by George Dzahristos

Between the upper terrace and large existing trees, a quaint limestone path and steps slip through an urban shade garden featuring magnificent globe boxwood clusters, Oakleaf hydrangeas, perennials, and groundcover.

Photo by George Dzahristos

Photo by George Dzahristos

Photo by George Dzahristos

Photo by George Dzahristos

Photo by George Dzahristos

Photo by George Dzahristos

Photo by George Dzahristos

Concrete steps lead up to and through the Corten steel wall, their cantilevered construction making them appear to float atop the landscape.

Concrete steps lead up to and through the wall, their cantilevered construction making them appear to float atop the landscape.

Where the retaining wall splits to invite guests to walk down to the water’s edge, lawn panels alternate with large monolithic slab steps. Though the reclaimed granite curbing was sourced from the east coast, the steps spill down the slope with effortless rhythm and look as though they’ve always...

The landscape steps from the house towards the lake via a series of terraces, and all walls and steps are kept orthogonal to maintain the formal language of the rear façade. Consistent use of Connecticut stone ensures a cohesive feel and layers of plantings soften the hardscape and integrate the...