--- title: "Clemens & Associates Inc. — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/clemens-and-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~1417798449 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1417798449.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Clemens & Associates Inc." category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c88374f90ed5a59c_4412-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1012 Marquez Place, Suite 202, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505, United States" latitude: 35.6219 longitude: -105.8688 phone: "(505) 982-4005" website: https://clemensandassociates.com rating: 4.7 review_count: 19 years_in_business: 44 best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 98 last_updated: 2026-09-04 --- # Clemens & Associates Inc. > Spectacular Gardens & Landscapes in Santa Fe \| Best of Houzz Winner Original Houzz profile: [Clemens & Associates Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/clemens-and-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~1417798449) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Santa Fe, NM - **Serves:** Santa Fe, Eldorado at Santa Fe, Tesuque - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (19 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2013–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Woman owned - Award winning - 44 years in business - Hired on Houzz - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - 44 years in business - Woman owned - Award winning - 2 Hires on Houzz - Responds Quickly Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Clemens & Associates, Inc. is a landscape architecture, contracting, and fine stonework firm creating some of the area's most spectacular gardens since 1980. We offer a wide spectrum of professional design, installation and maintenance services for gardens, water features, stonework and garden structures. Our specialty is in creating and maintaining outdoor spaces for living. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features - Gazebo Design & Construction - Outdoor Lighting Design - Pond Construction - Swimming Pool Construction - Annual Container Gardens - Arbor Design and Construction - Artificial Grass Installation - Brick Masonry - Custom Putting Greens - Deck Building - Deck Repair - Drip Irrigation Installation - Fence Installation - Holiday Lighting - Irrigation Repair - Irrigation System Installation - Landscape Construction - Landscape Lighting Installation - Landscape Maintenance - Lawn Care - Masonry - Masonry Construction & Repair - Mulching - Outdoor Fireplace Construction - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Outdoor Lighting Installation - Patio Construction - Paver Installation - Pergola Construction - Planting - Retaining Wall Construction - Sod Installation - Tree Planting - Trellis & Pergola Construction - Trellis Construction - Wood Fence Installation ### Areas Served - Santa Fe - Eldorado at Santa Fe - Tesuque ### Typical Job Cost $20,000 - 300,000 We are able to offer our services for projects with no minimum to our contracted maintenance clients including planting, irrigation installation and repairs, irrigation audits and monitoring, annual container planting, mulching and more. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Clemens & Associates Inc. | | Address | 1012 Marquez Place, Suite 202, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505, United States | | Phone | (505) 982-4005 | | Website | https://clemensandassociates.com | | License Number | LA \#246, Contractor \#52821 | | Years in business | 44 | | Followers on Houzz | 98 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.instagram.com/catherineclemens/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Clemens & Associates Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/clemens-and-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~1417798449) - **Website:** https://clemensandassociates.com - **Phone:** (505) 982-4005 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2013Best of Houzz 2015Santa Fe Parade of Homes 2008 (Las Terrazas) Best Exterior CharacterSunset Honorable Mention- Henley ResidenceSunset 2004-2005 Western Garden Design Awards Small Space Garden- Barker Residence - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2013–2025), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Landscape Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-landscape-architects-pfvwus-pf~2014062207) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 19 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 42.0 - Communication: 40.0 - Value: 40.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — Julia Peters, Nov. 2019** > After a disappointing experience with another landscape maintenance company, my homeowners association contacted Clemens on the recommendation of a board member who had had a good experience with them. Kristin came out to evaluate the project and was extremely knowledgeable, immediately identifying some heat stressed plants and explaining the importance of year-round watering during times of light precipitation. There were several other observations and recommendations offered on the spot. We talked about the importance of good communication and accessibility crew managers. We are several months into Clemens taking over and homeowners have noticed an improvement as bushes and trees are tidier and healthier. ### All 19 reviews **★★★★★ — Richard J Petronio, July 2026** > I hired Clemens & Associates for a landscaping makeover of my patio. They did an excellent job. The patio has a large shaded area surrounded by hardscape that is in full sun. Hannah, did an excellent job of designing the patio for shade tolerant plants and plants that needed full sun that were placed in a variety of ceramic planters and containers. Hannah and her team executed the project perfectly and created a very pleasant oasis in which I can relax and enjoy nature. I recommend Clemens & Associates for your next landscaping project without reservation. **★ — artsremodel, June 2026** > Clemens is extremely poorly managed and unprofessional in the way in which it deals with its clients. Over 3 years of doing business with them, we experienced repeated billing & bookkeeping errors, excessive markups on materials & equipment, constant staff turnover and poor client service. While they mostly maintained our garden and landscaping ok, the hassle of dealing with their unprofessionalism, outrageous pricing, repeated incompetence (their crew cut off a major & very visible limb of a heritage Pinon tree in our front yard by mistake!) and inability to retain quality staff and crews, just made us happy to leave them and find a better alternative. As an experienced Financial Officer, I was particularly offended by their deceptive business practices. Avoid them! **Comment from Clemens & Associates Inc.:** > Dear Art & Lisa Blum, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear about your experience with our services. At Clemens, we are dedicated to providing high-quality service and support to all our clients. > Regarding the specific issues you mentioned, we strive to maintain clear communication and uphold standards that reflect our commitment to professionalism. We acknowledge that misunderstandings can occur, and we regret any frustration this may have caused you during our time working together. > We take your concerns very seriously, and we would like to clarify a few points. Our bookkeeper has a master’s degree in accounting, so we are confident in the accuracy of our billing practices. We also value the relationships we build with our clients and aim to address any issues that arise promptly and professionally. > While we regret that our partnership did not meet your expectations, we felt it was in both parties' best interests to terminate our contract. We wish you the best in finding a service that better aligns with your needs. **★★★★★ — Mark Tanguay, July 2023** > Clemens and Associates is a very solid landscaping company in Santa Fe, New Mexico > We have been a customer for about 21 years and they have Always been very reliable and fair in pricing. > When and if any problems do arise they take control and solve any issues quickly and thoroughly. > We recommend them highly and without reservation. > Mark & Mariana Tanguay **★★★★★ — tpaulcook, June 2021** > We couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome of the significant landscape project completed for us by Clemens & Associates in 2020. From the outset, Catherine Clemens was personally involved in brainstorming, planning and designing our project. She always had a tactful way of providing very helpful advice, especially when we might otherwise have made impractical or costly decisions regarding our project. Her vast experience with New Mexico landscapes, and her personal touch, made the entire experience a very pleasurable one. She even went the extra mile, sitting down with us to help us pick out appropriate outdoor furniture from another company. As we write this review, we are outside on our new portico enjoying the beautiful plants, flowers and fountain of our new backyard landscape. > Tom & Ellen Cook > Santa Fe, NM **★★★★ — S L, Aug. 2020** > Clemens has been working in our subdivision for 7 years now, > and they have been doing a nice job of maintaining our common areas. > I appreciate what they have done for us over the years. **★★★★★ — Jan Johnson, Oct. 2019** > I hired Clemens & Associates to remodel my outdated courtyard. They were able to reconfigure the area and place plantings that are so wonderful. They were respectful of my occasional input and were always available to answer any questions I had. I couldn't be happier with the end result! They have been able to also update my drip system, add landscape lighting and help with general maintenance. **★★★★★ — Mark Hickman, Oct. 2019** > Project: flagstone patio enlargement with a pergola. > We loved Catherine and Jess. Their design sense matched ours. Catherine knew just how to translate our ideas into a project that was just right. We knew clearly what we were getting , when it would be completed and at what price. All went according to plan. **★★★★★ — Sandy Peinado, Oct. 2019** > My experience with Catherinne Clemens and her crew has been great. She is a pleasure to work with. And her maintenance crew are very nice, accommodating people. I highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — Clair Eastwood, Aug. 2019** > After a frustrating experience with a landscape designer who failed to communicate and follow through time after time, I made s great decision to hire Clemons Landscape for maintenance and redesign of our new and existing gardens. > > Their maintenance is thorough and timely. When leaks occur, they are here the same day to repair. Scheduling is reliable and design assistance has had beautiful results. > > I could not be happier with their professional service. **★★★★★ — Ann Marie Koshuta, June 2019** > My husband and I were very pleased with Clemens and Associates. Catherine has great eye for overall spatial relationships as well as a deep knowledge of plants. She listened carefully to the feeling I wanted(never hesitated to let me know when something didn’t work) and reviewed all my tear sheets. She gave us the natural, low water, native landscape we were after, which perfectly complements out more contemporary looking house. She was also instrumental in working with my husband on the function and design of drainage through our property. I would highly recommend this firm. **★★★★★ — HU-893245797, June 2019** > JWe own a historic casita in the historic district and have gorgeous private landscaped gardens surrounding it. We have been using Clemens for six or seven years and are exceptionally pleased with the beautiful condition of our yard throughout the year. We are absentee owners and do not need to direct or oversee them or their maintenance crew at all. We don’t stay there any longer and rent it as a vacation rental only. Without exception, our guests absolutely rave about our landscaping. They keep it in perfect shape at all times. We love the place but bought a larger house just up Garcia Street and come to Santa Fe four or more times per year and check on the casita. It is always perfect. Thank you Kristin, Katherine, Catherine, Brendan and our regular maintenance crew. You are doing a wonderful job! > > Thanks a million, > > Ed and Marilyn **★★★★★ — Kaitlin Judd, May 2019** > We’ve tried a couple different landscapers and yard maintenance companies since being in Santa Fe. Clemens and Associates has by far been the best. Their customer service is so fast and friendly via phone and email. They’re affordable - competitive with everyone else’s prices. And their team does great work. They totally revamped our yard. The maintenance crew is always polite and friendly and do great work! **★★★★★ — albontrager, Sept. 2015** > Worked with them since 2010. Always performed what we asked them to do. Gave insights of what would do better in our plantings. Very knowledgeable and professional. If there were any problems, always came back and took care of them. We would recommend them highly. **★★★★★ — bbbb48, Sept. 2015** > This hardscape project was completed in an efficient manner, the crew was terrific, respectful of our property, and went above and beyond expectations. The crew ensured the work was as pleasing to the eye as possible, which was especially appreciated since we did not have a formal design due to the scale of the project. The crew interacted with us daily which facilitated the satisfaction of the work, as any issues were addressed real time. Jes was always reachable for any discussion needed, and his ideas were always welcome. We recommend this firm and would definitely hire again. **★★★★★ — tbcstox, July 2015** > Clemens & Associates recently improved our backyard by installing flagstone patio surfaces and pathways to replace an unfortunate expanse of gravel we inherited when we bought the house. I got the idea for a flagstone surface earlier in the summer and got a couple of bids. Jess Clemens made a great impression when he arrived with several flagstone samples and quickly came up with a detailed proposal including several suggestions that improved enormously on my original concept. My wife and I agreed on nearly everything he proposed. The crew that performed the work was great. They met or exceeded every expectation we had for the job and were a very positive presence around our house for the week or so they were here. In addition to installing the patio the workers took it on themselves to patch up a few things like stones that had gotten out of line on garden borders. They also made some good suggestions on dealing with trees and some other things beyond the scope of the stone work - I followed up on things they noted and they were correct in each instance. The end result was fabulous. Full marks for Jess, his foreman, Marco, and the rest of the crew. I should add that in the space below I checked off a project cost of $10,000 - $49,999, which is quite a wide spread. It was far closer to the lower number. **★★★★★ — Margaret Beacham, July 2015** > Our landscaping and hardscape was disjointed . We needed a cohesive plan for the gardens and outside entertaining . Clemens came up with a design that exceeded our expectations . They checked and rechecked details and progress on site regularly . We were consulted throughout . **★★★★★ — elliedolg, June 2015** > I can't say enough great things about Catherine and her staff. I interviewed four companies for this project and her design was the most original and dealt with my needs and vision more than anyone. She was clear, experienced, efficient and both Catherine and her staff were a pleasure to work with. I hung around the house for two weeks to be available to answer questions but Marco, the manager, followed her plans with care and precision and never had to ask me a question! He was respectful, kind and knowledgeable. I would recommend Clemens for any landscaping work. **★★★★★ — John Haupert, Feb. 2015** > Rather than jumping right into the superior and extraordinary job that Clemens & Associates executed under Catherine Clemens vision and execution, I'd like to take a moment and start at the very beginning. > > We purchased a Spanish Colonial Hacienda in Santa Fe, NM that we spent the first year working on with our general contractor and designer restoring back to a more original feel and as we neared completion of that part of the journey, we knew what was coming next. The Great Outdoors that surrounded this incredible property. The Hacienda sits on 5 acres of land and came with multiple outdoor spaces that needed dire help ---- but little did we know there were other areas that would get created along this glorious outdoor journey. > > We went about researching companies to work with and started with interviews on site ........when Catherine entered the picture, it was as it was all supposed to be --- this was the person that was going to see this project through to the end and transform the outside to mirror what had been created on the inside of the Hacienda over this previous year period. Catherine knew and literally said all the things that we had either imagined or wished we had imagined for the property and thus the relationship was sealed. > > Catherine was meticulous about surveying the property, the grounds, the details, the technicalities along with remaining true to the bigger picture and what it would take to execute the vision. Catherine was so helpful with us in mapping out each phase of the project and providing ideas, thoughts and designs that would then transform the various areas into this spectacular landscape we now know today as our Hacienda. > > Projects included; i.e. the drive and entryway up to the house (total re-do), the front courtyard area (total re-do), a fire-pit & star-gazer areas (newly developed area), the guest room Moroccan Garden area (newly developed area), the Master Bedroom Bird Sanctuary (total re-do that would almost qualify as a completely new project) and finally, the interior courtyard & cocktail pool area (major re-do). > > Each of the spaces required their own unique level of detail.......for example, the newly installed pathway of driving lights leading up to the house from the main entrance were an area of great concentration for Catherine. She wanted to achieve the perfect balance of luminescence --- not too bright, not too dim but just right. She went as far as hand painting the interior glass to soften the light and achieve the most beautiful atmosphere in which to meander up to our front door while creating a beautiful feel of anticipation on what to expect along the way. > > The front courtyard and landing pad off of the drive had been a previously laid pattern of brick pavers that provided function and restricted space -- blocked along very linear lines -- and included absolutely no beauty or expanded entertainment function and Catherine proposed a layout of tumbled brick laid in the most beautiful pattern ---- and at the same time, expanded the brick into unused areas of the front courtyard so that it literally transformed the space into an inviting and entertaining space that simply calls to be used. She rebuilt our front courtyard fountain and base by hand so that it mirrored the stye of the space and made it visually more interesting than just another typical flowing fountain. Catherine's choice of colors and style to recreate this space was beautiful. > > The Guest Room Courtyard and Moroccan Garden off of the media room were another transformation -- our guests now enjoy a seamless and inviting path to the most gorgeous pergola covered water treatment garden area that is tranquil, meditative and relaxing. No offense Catherine, but our goal wasn't to have our guests move in and never check out !!! LOL !!! Thanks for creating such a special place that provides our guests a moment to remember. > > The bird garden / sanctuary is one of my personal favorites.......it's magical. The stair steps into the area that houses a full variety of feeders and food types along with natural tree limbs and stumps surrounding a heated water pool for drinking and hanging out. > > Then finally our interior courtyard and pool went through a complete overhaul.....from a complete redesign and renovation of the pool, including hand painted mosaic tiles, to a complete redesign of the inner courtyard where the 2-tier difficult-to-navigate courtyard was transformed into a one level tumbled brick beautiful entertaining area that now houses gorgeous pots, plants and furniture. > > Catherine is a landscape genius ---- ## Selected projects - [Natural Water Feature](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natural-water-feature-pj-vj~7700260) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Natural Boulders](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natural-boulders-pj-vj~7700241) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 5 - [Architectural Entrance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/architectural-entrance-pj-vj~46482) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 3 - [Traditional Southwest Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-southwest-garden-pj-vj~46243) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 6 - [Contemporary Sculpture Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-sculpture-garden-pj-vj~46228) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 16 - Description: The owners of this dynamic garden have a sophisticated aesthetic that has been honed through years of art collecting. The design team was asked to create a garden space that was as artful as the art it was to exhibit. Pattern, texture and color were repeatedly integrated into the landscape design. The front entry became a smart invitation to experience a home beyond the mundane. The curved walls in stone, jewel-toned stucco, or steel are the underlying theme flowing through the landscape. Large… - [Indonesian-Inspired Pergola](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indonesian-inspired-pergola-pj-vj~46237) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 6 - Description: This project is a wonderful example of our firm’s philosophy of creating interesting and beautiful outdoor living spaces that are environmentally sensitive to our dry climate. The designer's intent was to create an Indonesian-inspired pavilion that appears to float over the water's edge. Hand-picked boulders were fit and set to create the setting for the Jarrah wood hot tub. The architectural elements appear as though they were built against an existing rock out-cropping. The back wall of the pa… - [High Desert Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/high-desert-oasis-pj-vj~46244) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 7 - Description: For this project, the main outdoor living areas were designed to showcase the property's views and the natural vegetation was retained as much as possible to honor the context of the site. The existing grade change offered by the site provided opportunity for drama. In order to enhance the harmonious program between the indoor and outdoor living spaces on this unique property, the architectural context of the landscape was integral to the design. The guiding architectural principal is a single r… - [Southwestern Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southwestern-patio-pj-vj~46251) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 8 - [Lush Downtown Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lush-downtown-patio-pj-vj~46937) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 4 - [Mediterranean Fountain](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-fountain-pj-vj~46247) - Location: Albuquerque, NM - Photos: 1 - [Open-Air Livingroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/open-air-livingroom-pj-vj~1169055) - Location: Albuquerque, NM - Photos: 3 - [Fire Pit Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fire-pit-patio-pj-vj~1169017) - Location: Albuquerque, NM - Photos: 5 - Description: Ruddy-red accent walls define the master bath vignette and begin your garden tour through a series of patios that echo the curves of this Summit home. The spa serves as an elegant focal point outside the master, and a fire element punctuates a gracious seating area perfect for summer evenings. - [Small Condo Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-condo-garden-pj-vj~46225) - Location: Albuquerque, NM - Photos: 4 - Description: The design objective was to create a usable outdoor room with strong lines drawn by interesting, natural materials. A simple, arched brush-stroke shape is repeated in the curve of the corrugated roof, spa handrail, and decorative window grill. The semi-circular steel element behind the spa is designed to support the bulky spa cover for ease of use. A polished, black granite table was installed on a custom fabricated steel base. The sky is reflected in the table top giving the appearance of a rai… - [Room with a View: Outdoor Living Room & Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/room-with-a-view-outdoor-living-room-and-kitchen-pj-vj~5471100) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 12 - Description: A full service outdoor kitchen/ dining space/ living room with contemporary southwest styling lets a Santa Fe couple and their extended family take advantage of the beautiful New Mexican landscape and weather. Infrared heaters, ceiling fans, and sun shades keep the space comfortable during warmer days and cooler nights. Mounted outdoor-rated TV's and a gas fireplace complete this family-ready hangout and make a perfect setting for entertaining guests. - [Moorish-Inspired Courtyard Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/moorish-inspired-courtyard-pool-pj-vj~1971985) - Location: Santa Fe, NM - Photos: 12 - Description: The foothills around the Santa Fe Opera are the backdrop for some of the most spectacular views of both the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo mountains. So, when Catherine of Clemens & Associates Inc. was chosen to redesign this residence’s exterior spaces (on the tail end of a major home renovation), she knew the end result must be equally awe-inspiring. Catherine created a design that distinctly blends an aura of antiquity with Moorish architectural elements, framed vistas, exquisite accents and lush… [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/clemens-and-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~1417798449) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840731359.m3u8?s=7dbca3c8cca2ca3a525c2a8871eb10ea365f19c9&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Ideabooks - [Asian Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10180490/list/asian-inspiration) — 32 ideas - [Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/162630284/list/bathroom) — 1 idea - [Swimming Pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/141488023/list/swimming-pools) — 1 idea - [KITCHEN DESIGN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122702226/list/kitchen-design) — 10 ideas - [Decks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19193924/list/decks) — 10 ideas - [GRID FOUNTAIN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/84438004/list/grid-fountain) — 1 idea - [wall fountains](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/62471690/list/wall-fountains) — 14 ideas - [Outdoor Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54075998/list/outdoor-kitchens) — 1 idea - [SHSF 2015](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51536782/list/shsf-2015) — 2 ideas - [Moroccan inspired fabrics](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/26944182/list/moroccan-inspired-fabrics) — 2 ideas - [catherineclemens landscape furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/967478/list/catherineclemens-landscape-furniture) — 2 ideas - [French Country](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16277826/list/french-country) — 3 ideas - [Cottage Garden Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10180009/list/cottage-garden-inspiration) — 10 ideas - [Contemporary Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10229007/list/contemporary-inspiration) — 3 ideas - [Container Garden](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16232800/list/container-garden) — 1 idea - [Color Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10180279/list/color-inspiration) — 20 ideas - [Moroccan Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10180331/list/moroccan-inspiration) — 7 ideas - [Miscellaneous Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3474993/list/miscellaneous-inspiration) — 8 ideas - [Tribal Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10180435/list/tribal-inspiration) — 9 ideas - [livingroom ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5276832/list/livingroom-ideas) — 2 ideas [See all 24 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/catherineclemens) ## Community Q&A **Q: Beautiful Retreat!** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell us what color/brand the orange stucco wall has been painted? Thank you A: Thank you Melissa! This was a Sto Stucco color. i wouldn't know the number this many years later, but if you go to any Paint store and select a swatch you like, Chaparral Building Supply in Santa Fe can mix it for you. i would recommend that it be professionally applied. it is a stucco not a paint. Note that the red stucco colors will fade over tie and turn more pink particularly when facing the sun. Good luck! Catherine **Q: What brick was used here?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love what you did here. Amazing... A: Hi Rick, This is actually my front courtyard. Unfortunately, the bricks were existing when I moved in, but are certainly a mix of brick the previous series of owners had put in, Part of the house was built in 1890, so it has a long history! Many are crumbling and will need to be replaced when they get too bad. For now I chalk it up to character! When I want brick for a job that looks old, I purchase brick that had been "tumbled". That softens the edges such as seen in the Moorish Inspired Courtyard. If your local supplier caries a "flash blend" that will add some variety to the color much more like you see in my brick. Some brick suppliers can even ass a lime slurry to the tumbling process to give it a white washed look.My supplier is Kinney Brick in Albuquerque, New Mexico. **Q: Plan** *(in Photo Questions)* I need to know the plan of this photo A: I'm sorry I don't understand your question. **Q: Is the pool surround concrete? If so how was look achieved?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Georgann, the paved surface material is indeed concrete. it was stamped, scored and acid etched with a concrete stain. it was done by a professional, but there may be kits that allow a home owner to do it. it is a tricky process. it should be sealed afterwards to protect it and bring out the color. best of luck! Catherine **Q: Which company is the wall cap from? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: thanks for asking! it is sandstone flagstone from Arizona cut to the length and width necessary. Many stone yards can bring this material in. **Q: My secret garden!** *(in Photo Questions)* Lucky lucky homeowners! What can you share about the scrollwork umbrella? A: The umbrella was purchased from Hedge Row Studio. The have really beautiful and unique patio umbrellas. Their website is: hedgerowstudio.com --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-04.*