A shade garden with butterfly friendly plants and low water use ground covers. © 2015 South Coast Landscape
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This walkway and landscaping installation brought the front of this property to a new level. The transition and incorporation of key components makes this project shine!

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Andrea Nilsen
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The fenced back yard was originally overgrown and bland, but flagstone, plants and a dry "rock pool" were added to create a mini oasis.
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Our SYNLawn artificial grass is a safe, low-maintenance solution for this creative courtyard play area at a home in New Jersey. © SYNLawn artificial grass - all rights reserved.

A unique fire pit is a great compliment to this compact patio space. It features a custom tile mosaic, fire glass, concrete cop, stucco finish, and a precast concrete arch cladded to the block wall.

The addition of heat and fire elements, a water feature, a new outdoor bar across from the existing BBQ island allow for almost year round entertaining in this CA backyard. Outdated concrete pavers and lawn were replaced with 24 x 24 porcelain tiles and lush planter beds.

Birth of a Garden Day 1. Crew departing.
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Teak bench fits nicely into this space backed by variegated hostas. Corten steel edging connects with stone edging and encloses the gravel areas.
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We added a beautiful naturalistic pool, landscaping, travertine paving, outdoor shower, custom porch and deck.
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Columns using VERSA-LOK and limestone capstones make the perfect foundation for this pergola, which will add a measure of shade and wind resistance for this outdoor living space.

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A modern dining area features an "opening-closing" louvered patio cover w/ outdoor kitchen, raised planters, and accent lighting.
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Scott Mehaffey, landscape architect
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