XANADU GROUP
Inspiration for a mediterranean landscaping in Los Angeles.

This compact front yard was all grass. We removed the lawn and replaced it with an eclectic combination of cactus and succulents. Being an Artist, the homeowner wanted us to incorporate a wide array of colors, shapes and textures, so we enjoyed the opportunity to have fun playing around with a variety of plants.

This compact front yard was all grass. We removed the lawn and replaced it with an eclectic combination of cactus and succulents. Being an Artist, the homeowner wanted us to incorporate a wide array of colors, shapes and textures, so we got the opportunity to have fun playing around with a variety of plants here.

This compact front yard was all grass. We removed the lawn and replaced it with an eclectic combination of cactus and succulents. Being an Artist, the homeowner wanted us to incorporate a wide array of colors, shapes and textures, so we had the opportunity to have fun playing around with a variety of plants.

Kirk Bianchi created the design for this residential resort next to a desert preserve. The overhang of the homes patio suggested a pool with a sweeping curve shape. Kirk positioned a raised vanishing edge pool to work with the ascending terrain and to also capture the reflections of the scenery behind. The fire pit and bbq areas are situated to capture the best views of the superstition mountains, framed by the architectural pergola that creates a window to the vista beyond. A raised glass tile spa, capturing the colors of the desert context, serves as a jewel and centerpiece for the outdoor living space.

This compact front yard was all grass. We removed the lawn and replaced it with an eclectic combination of cactus and succulents. Being an Artist, the homeowner wanted us to incorporate a wide array of colors, shapes and textures, so we got the opportunity to have fun playing around with a variety of plants.

XANADU GROUP
Inspiration for a mediterranean landscaping in Los Angeles.

This compact front yard was all grass. We removed the lawn and replaced it with an eclectic combination of cactus and succulents. Being an Artist, the homeowner wanted us to incorporate a wide array of colors, shapes and textures, so we got to have fun playing around with a variety of plants.

A mediterranean look in the desert with lantana added for color and softness. Pascale Sucato
Design ideas for a southwestern drought-tolerant and desert front yard landscaping in Phoenix.

Here’s what we brought to life: - Trimmed and cleared select plants (including prickly pears) - Installed two drip zones — one for cactus, one for plants - Planted a box tree, saguaro spears, specialty cactus; golden barrels, mixed succulents & other desert-adapted plants - Set a 6' x 8' iron trellis in concrete for vertical structure - Rewired & reinstalled the homeowner’s LED lighting - Placed 12 surface-select boulders - Mounded with screened topsoil + 20 tons of granite - Regraded the swale for better drainage

low-maintenance desert retreat centered around sculptural plants, elegant lighting, and natural textures. Here’s what went into it: - Removed 30+ large and medium plants + regraded granite and rock - Installed dedicated irrigation zones for cactus, succulents & small plants - Upgraded existing fountain with a new pump and water leveler - Planted a bold mix of cactus, agave & succulents - Added 17 brass LED fixtures for beautiful nighttime ambiance - Placed 5 surface-select boulders to ground the layout - Reinstalled the client’s fence with new concrete footing - Delivered all with a custom CAD plan, cleanup & hauling This is desert design done right — intentional, sculptural, and built to last.

low-maintenance desert retreat centered around sculptural plants, elegant lighting, and natural textures. Here’s what went into it: - Removed 30+ large and medium plants + regraded granite and rock - Installed dedicated irrigation zones for cactus, succulents & small plants - Upgraded existing fountain with a new pump and water leveler - Planted a bold mix of cactus, agave & succulents - Added 17 brass LED fixtures for beautiful nighttime ambiance - Placed 5 surface-select boulders to ground the layout - Reinstalled the client’s fence with new concrete footing - Delivered all with a custom CAD plan, cleanup & hauling This is desert design done right — intentional, sculptural, and built to last.

A nice metal cactus piece in the backyard living space is accented with a single LED fixture.
Inspiration for a small southwestern backyard brick landscaping in Austin for summer.

This is the Clients house in the front after everything was planted and had time to grow.
Inspiration for a large southwestern front yard concrete paver driveway in Phoenix.

low-maintenance desert retreat centered around sculptural plants, elegant lighting, and natural textures. Here’s what went into it: - Removed 30+ large and medium plants + regraded granite and rock - Installed dedicated irrigation zones for cactus, succulents & small plants - Upgraded existing fountain with a new pump and water leveler - Planted a bold mix of cactus, agave & succulents - Added 17 brass LED fixtures for beautiful nighttime ambiance - Placed 5 surface-select boulders to ground the layout - Reinstalled the client’s fence with new concrete footing - Delivered all with a custom CAD plan, cleanup & hauling This is desert design done right — intentional, sculptural, and built to last.

low-maintenance desert retreat centered around sculptural plants, elegant lighting, and natural textures. Here’s what went into it: - Removed 30+ large and medium plants + regraded granite and rock - Installed dedicated irrigation zones for cactus, succulents & small plants - Upgraded existing fountain with a new pump and water leveler - Planted a bold mix of cactus, agave & succulents - Added 17 brass LED fixtures for beautiful nighttime ambiance - Placed 5 surface-select boulders to ground the layout - Reinstalled the client’s fence with new concrete footing - Delivered all with a custom CAD plan, cleanup & hauling This is desert design done right — intentional, sculptural, and built to last.

Gorgeous mix of cactus and succulents in a modern oval concrete pot.
This is an example of a small modern full sun backyard landscaping in San Diego.

Here’s what we brought to life: - Trimmed and cleared select plants (including prickly pears) - Installed two drip zones — one for cactus, one for plants - Planted a box tree, saguaro spears, specialty cactus; golden barrels, mixed succulents & other desert-adapted plants - Set a 6' x 8' iron trellis in concrete for vertical structure - Rewired & reinstalled the homeowner’s LED lighting - Placed 12 surface-select boulders - Mounded with screened topsoil + 20 tons of granite - Regraded the swale for better drainage

Richard Bloom
This is an example of a mid-century modern landscaping in Orange County.