Contractor: HBRE Interior Design: Brooke Voss Design Photography: Scott Amundson
Inspiration for a rustic white metal house exterior remodel in Minneapolis with a metal roof and a gray roof

This was a backyard renovation. There was an existing plastic tub pond with many perennials around it. We took out everything, saved as many perennials as we could and installed a new rubber lined, natural ecosystem pond, stream and waterfall. We redesigned the area and created a couple different seating areas along with a pathway over the stream. Transplanted the perennials and added a few new plants to add interest all year long. This is the feature a couple years after installation. The plants have established and are filling in the spaces. This is the image of the the river with the plants growing in.

5’-high multi-tiered waterfall and 35’ meandering stream discharge into 10’ x 15’ freeform Koi pond. www.deckandpatio.com
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in New York.

Design ideas for a tropical landscaping in Charleston.

Mid-sized southwest backyard stone patio photo in Dallas with a pergola

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard stone formal garden in Phoenix.

Garden ponds should hold the viewer with three qualities; they need to be soothing, striking and seemingly ever-present in the way they fit into the beholder's imagination, meaning they need to fit seamlessly, not thrust into a foreign setting. Our philosophy is if it does not fit into a travel brochure or a scenic calendar, it does not fit in your landscape. The vast majority of water features are either a pile of rock and mulch, or they are grass to the edge of the water. Neither of those treatments lend to a natural soothing look. Our waters are deep in sense of place. That place is often from a favorite memory. This particular garden pond is from an image of a mountain meadow, complete with native wildflowers enhanced by our designs which allow us to bring mountain wildflowers down to more populated elevations. AquaHabitat.com

Design ideas for a modern landscaping in Charleston.

Large minimalist backyard stone and custom-shaped natural pool photo

Unique and exotic, Onice Bianco Polished offers a subtle white background embellished with sweeps of varying shades of white and yellow veins. Its mesmerizing jewel-like translucence makes this onyx look a showstopper design option.

www.deckandpatio.com Waterfall’s pristine clear water is collected in pondless reservoir, acting as “green” maintenance-free source of fresh water for water feature.

The stream starts high up on the hillside so it appears to emanate from deep within the hill. The steepness of the hill created the waterfall effect with the stream curving along the base of the hill – completing the illusion.

Landscape Expressions
Photo of a small traditional partial sun backyard stone pond in Salt Lake City for spring.

The stone used in constructed wall create a naturalistic waterfall and pond similar to those seen sometimes in the rivers of the Appalachian mountains. The waterfall suits its environment perfectly with many tiers echoing the soothing sounds of the waterfall.

Dave Reed
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in DC Metro.

Pool - large transitional backyard rectangular pool idea in Miami

Graham Fry
Example of a trendy exterior home design in Raleigh

The various sizes in rocks help to give the stream a more natural feel. The soft trickle of water over pebbles and down small waterfalls provides a relaxing and soothing sound. Photo Credit - Roger Foley

Swimming pool built to mimic an old fashioned water hole - desert style - with large format tile - 2' x 4' - to look like steel to blend with architecture of the home. Pool is an all-tile pool with four kinds of tile - large format to look like steel, river pebbles on floor and walls, wood planking style tile on steps to match IPE wood on deck and jumping platform and glass tile for color. Pool is 10' deep throughout.