Xtreme Polishing Systems
Modern exterior home idea in Miami

This gorgeous, walkable grass alternative is literally watered ONCE A MONTH folks!!! In the summertime! This is true water conservation! Large, historic home from the 1930's overlooking downtown Santa Cruz. My clients are self-described "plantaholics" and tend to buy many plants, only to have them die. They have an extensive gardening area and low water budget. Our main goal was to make the overall design cohesive between various areas of the garden while utilizing interesting and unusual plant selections - a very fun project for me! We removed over 3,000 square feet of traditional grass and replaced it with several lawn alternatives. The first is a walkable groundcover that uses a fraction of the water of regular grass (and can be seen here in several seasons, one of which has tiny flowers); The second is a California native grass that grows long (or can be kept short) and can tolerate some shade. Both of these are excellent choices for clients with children or dogs who want a green patch without using excessive water. My clients love plants from Australia and South Africa so plants from the Proteacea and other Southern Hemisphere beauties are used predominantly throughout the project. Clean, flowing water is so important for wildlife and the beautiful stone fountain is a constant gathering spot for birds and other animals. My clients are beyond thrilled with their gorgeous, nature-filled garden and ever-expanding plant knowledge.

Roger Wade, photographer
Inspiration for a huge rustic brown two-story wood exterior home remodel in Chicago

Close up of flake blend

Mid-sized elegant backyard brick patio kitchen photo in Oklahoma City with a roof extension

Neil Kuhlmann
Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in San Francisco.

Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in Philadelphia

Scott Mehaffey, landscape architect
This is an example of a mid-sized craftsman shade front yard gravel driveway in Chicago for fall.

Elegant beige exterior home photo in London

One of the finished restoration beds. Beth Hanson
Inspiration for a large full sun hillside retaining wall landscape in Minneapolis.

Weeping Mulberry with Zinnias
Design ideas for a traditional full sun side yard landscaping for summer.

Photo of a tropical landscaping in Los Angeles.

Large elegant three-story wood gable roof photo in Portland

Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Orange County.

Wine cellar - industrial wine cellar idea in Atlanta

Inspiration for an asian landscaping in San Francisco.

This pond is just part of a large backyard project envisioned by the homeowner. He wanted to dedicate the backyard, 3+ acres, to the memory of his deceased wife after her battle with cancer. The 25'x30' pond with a soothing 75' meandering stream was installed in the spring of 2013. The dedication 'Park' will host walking paths, sitting areas as well as native plants for visitors old and young. Photos by; Dan Put

Chris Bower
Large mountain style green two-story metal gable roof photo in Milwaukee