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While no plant is fire proof, some native foliage is particularly adept at resisting fire. Dwarf Coyote Bush is a California native with protective qualities. It maintains hydration year round with very little supplemental water. This hydration helps it resist fire, which can give space and time to fire fighters. It also roots deeply to protect slopes. It is so good at this job, it will continue doing it even if all above-ground foliage burns to the ground. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

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On this project, the client was looking to build a backyard parking pad to ease frustration over the endless search for city-parking spaces. Our team built an eclectic red brick 1.5 car garage with a rooftop deck featuring custom IPE deck tiles and a metal railing. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cup of coffee every morning, a rooftop deck is a necessity for city living.

Phase one of this Littleton, Colorado, backyard landscape renovation focused on reducing sod and creating a more intentional, water-wise outdoor environment. The design was carefully personalized around the homeowners’ goals while considering the health and long-term needs of the property’s existing mature trees. New landscape edging and decorative boulders add structure, dimension and natural texture throughout the yard. A balanced combination of mulch, river rock and planting beds complements the home’s architecture while reducing lawn area and helping create a lower-maintenance Colorado landscape. Two new trees and additional plantings were thoughtfully integrated with the existing landscape for a cohesive, established appearance. A stepping-stone garden path now leads through the mulched planting area, adding both function and visual interest. The irrigation system was also updated to support the redesigned planting beds and encourage efficient water use. At the front of the home, custom seasonal porch containers provide welcoming color and a polished finishing touch. Completed in July 2026, this first phase establishes a strong foundation for the property’s continued transformation. The homeowners are taking a thoughtful, phased approach to their Littleton landscape design, with a custom outdoor kitchen now underway as the next step in creating a personalized and functional outdoor living space.

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This modern exterior transformation near Old Town Littleton reimagined the residential landscape as a cohesive extension of the home. Griffith Designs provided complete landscape design and project installation coordination, developing a personalized plan that balances function, curb appeal and the homeowners’ vision for contemporary outdoor living. A custom cantilever deck creates a strong architectural focal point while expanding the home’s usable living space outdoors. Below and beyond the deck, a thoughtfully designed patio provides room for dining and entertaining, while a dedicated fire-pit area offers a comfortable destination for conversation and relaxed evening gatherings. New outdoor stairs and retaining walls improve movement throughout the property while addressing changes in elevation and creating greater definition between each space. These structural elements connect the deck, patio, fire-pit area and surrounding gardens into a unified landscape that feels intentional and easy to navigate. Carefully planned garden beds soften the modern hardscape and introduce natural color, texture and seasonal interest. The completed Old Town Littleton landscape design combines architecture, garden design and functional outdoor spaces to create a distinctive exterior tailored to the home and the people who live there.