Herringbone pattern paver patio with cast stone border and evergreen screening. Photo by Pete Cadieux
Photo of a small contemporary partial sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Boston.

Jim Bartsch
Trendy white two-story flat roof photo in Santa Barbara

After years of enjoying their backyard, the clients of this property enlisted our firm to improve the original landscape we had completed over ten years ago. Our goal was to update the patio and further develop their backyard by creating a garden with a variety of color and texture. Over time the existing patio had settled, plantings grew, and an existing Oak thrived. During the initial home and landscape construction our clients were particularly concerned about the health of the mature Oak located just off the home. Special care was given when the patio was first built. Precautions were again taken in working around the Oak as the existing patio was removed and replaced. Surrounding trees and shrubs had grown and enclosed the backyard limiting access. This required almost all work and transport of material to be done by hand. The old concrete paver patio was replaced with bluestone. Existing mortared limestone around the edges of the patio levels were cleaned and tuck-pointed. A new stoop was constructed with mortared limestone risers and bluestone treads. A built-in grill and fireplace further updated the backyard space. The fireplace was designed to follow the organic curve of the patio. Mortared limestone and bluestone material were repeated on all elements, tying them together. Along with the updated patio, many additions were made in transforming the modest backyard into a lush garden. Masses of annuals, ornamental grasses, and perennials along with mixed shrubs created sweeps of color and texture in front of a new arborvitae hedge and other existing trees and shrubs. After careful planning and execution the completed landscape gave our clients the updated landscape they desired. The completion of the project was a rewarding and fulfilling experience as we transformed a good past project into a fantastic new project.

Fieldstone walls with cedar picket topper and gate leading into the pool area. Photo by Charles Mayer
Mid-sized elegant side yard stone and rectangular hot tub photo in Boston

From the exterior, the patio is an enclave in the garden. Credit: Tad Anderson. All rights exclusively reserved.
Inspiration for an eclectic shade backyard concrete paver landscaping in Minneapolis with a fire pit.

Photos by George Dzahristos
Inspiration for a large traditional stone landscaping in Detroit.

A mix of dwarf evergreen and flowering shrubs line the front of the house. A combination of spruce trees and arborvitae create privacy along the side yard. Mike Crews Photography

After years of enjoying their backyard, the clients of this property enlisted our firm to improve the original landscape we had completed over ten years ago. Our goal was to update the patio and further develop their backyard by creating a garden with a variety of color and texture. Over time the existing patio had settled, plantings grew, and an existing Oak thrived. During the initial home and landscape construction our clients were particularly concerned about the health of the mature Oak located just off the home. Special care was given when the patio was first built. Precautions were again taken in working around the Oak as the existing patio was removed and replaced. Surrounding trees and shrubs had grown and enclosed the backyard limiting access. This required almost all work and transport of material to be done by hand. The old concrete paver patio was replaced with bluestone. Existing mortared limestone around the edges of the patio levels were cleaned and tuck-pointed. A new stoop was constructed with mortared limestone risers and bluestone treads. A built-in grill and fireplace further updated the backyard space. The fireplace was designed to follow the organic curve of the patio. Mortared limestone and bluestone material were repeated on all elements, tying them together. Along with the updated patio, many additions were made in transforming the modest backyard into a lush garden. Masses of annuals, ornamental grasses, and perennials along with mixed shrubs created sweeps of color and texture in front of a new arborvitae hedge and other existing trees and shrubs. After careful planning and execution the completed landscape gave our clients the updated landscape they desired. The completion of the project was a rewarding and fulfilling experience as we transformed a good past project into a fantastic new project.

Elegant home design photo in New York

Landscape design enhances and enriches natural surroundings. Custom stone work, patios, stairs, walkways, driveways, plantings, pools, and entertaining areas are functionally designed to enhance and enrich. Hardscape details are compatible with both traditional and contemporary features.

Even though you aren't using your deck during the Winter season, doesn't mean you still don't need a view! Add a container to spruce it up!
Design ideas for a transitional landscaping in Chicago.

Modern Contemporary Villa exterior with black aluminum tempered full pane windows and doors, that brings in natural lighting. Featuring contrasting textures on the exterior with stucco, limestone and teak. Cans and black exterior sconces to bring light to exterior. Landscaping with beautiful hedge bushes, arborvitae trees, fresh sod and japanese cherry blossom. 4 car garage seen at right and concrete 25 car driveway. Custom treated lumber retention wall.

Contemporary basket at the edge of your garage is a welcome home holiday delight.
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Chicago.

This rooftop garden on Manhattan's Upper East Side features 6' high black bamboo fencing, pet-friendly artificial turf, a circular metal arbor to grow wisteria vines on, contemporary grey wicker furnishings, a daybed, and black fiberglass planters. The owners of this terrace wanted to be able to look out their windows and have a sense of being in their own private oasis. Plantings include weeping Japanese maples, cherry trees, arborvitaes, ornamental grasses, Knockout roses, variegated euonymus, purple coneflowers, purple violas, and creeping Jenny. See more of our recent projects at www.amberfreda.com.

Inspiration for a timeless patio remodel in Seattle

This modern firepit patio sits right at the woodland edge of a shadowed ravine. A paving system of Anchor pavers is wrapped by an Artisana sitting wall. Credit: Tad Anderson. All rights exclusively reserved.

Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Columbus.

Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional backyard decomposed granite water fountain landscape in Chicago.

A great perspective of the entire backyard space, along the right corner of your eye you can see the makings of a first season kitchen garden! Soon teh cedar pergola will be awash of climbing rose canes. Photography by: Joe Hollowell