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A dry stream bed was designed and installed to drain water away from the lawn and house, so the lower border planting bed would not get flooded in the winter. River rock and larger accent boulders were used to create the dry stream bed. It's edged with steel next to the lawn and an existing stone retaining wall on the other. Evergreen shrubs were planted to soften the fence and function as a privacy hedge.

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Getting from the driveway to the backyard can be a designers after thought or inconvenience, but Gappsi takes all the little details to create a one of a kind design from start to finish including walkways and paths. The Team at Gappsi melded together the walkway to the back patio to the driveway at this estate in Glen Cove, New York 11542. Using the existing height of the Belgium block border of the driveway we had a set height on which to begin our walkway. Providing a four inch lift the grey Belgium block matched with a two inch thick grey natural limestone step tread gave us the perfect six inches we needed for a step. Using our french pattern Melfi limestone as the field brings the look of a Traditional home to the foreground. Installed is an estate fence that is flanked by two six foot columns with lights to feature the gate. Gappsi landscape designers came in and kept with the traditional theme and used low lying boxwood's and creeping junipers to highlight and accentuate the surrounding area of the walkway. A small flowering tree adds height and a pond less water feature can be seen off to the right side for color and ambiance. Notice the meticulous planting of the sky rocket arborvitaes along the fence line to mask the appearance of an actual fence. These small thoughtful and executed details brings what would normally be a basic walkway to get from point A to B into an opulent path that envelopes warmth, beauty, and soul. All construction and installation was completed by our highly skilled Gappsi Group team members; Giuseppe Abbrancati, Vincent D’Accolti, and Curt Cardillo. To partner with Gappsi on your next project please contact us at 631-543-1177. Gappsi provides Gunite, Vinyl, Fiberglass Swimming pools and Hot Tubs for Residential and commercial application in Suffolk and Nassau County Long Island NY, http://gappsi.com/long-island-swimming-pool-companies-designs-builders-construction-ny.html Gappsi also provideDesign and installation of Landscape and Masonry for all Suffolk and Nassau County Long Island NY. http://gappsi.com/landscape-design-long-island-ny-landscaping-companies.html Gappsi also provides Home Remodeling Kitchens and Baths Roofing and siding for residence of Suffolk and Nassau County Long Island NY. http://gappsi.com/long-island-home-improvement-remodeling-general-contractor-ny.html If in need of Lawn and garden irrigation, in Suffolk and Nassau Gappsi can provide these services http://gappsi.com/irrigation/ along with PVC, wood aluminum and lop-loc fences installation. http://gappsi.com/fences/ To preserve and beautify your natural Paving stones in Suffolk and Nassau County Long Island NY Gappsi offers cleaning and sealing of patios Driveways and retaining walls. For commercial and residential Applications in Suffolk and Nassau County Long Island NY. http://gappsi.com/patio-cleaning-and-sealing/ Our Showroom displays the most unique Travertine, Porphyry, Granite, Marble, Limestone and Sandstone pavers along with pool copings and veneers. Ready to be picked up at our Yard at 1015 West Jericho Turnpike Smithtown NY or delivered to your Location in Suffolk and Nassau County Long Island NY http://pavingstoneselect.com/ To complete your landscapes outdoor Sports and recreations Gappsi offers Bocce Courts, Putting greens, Sports and Tennis Courts also supply and installation of Synthetic Turf.

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Custom Spindle Picket Panels made from Western Red Cedar. 2"x2" spindles, with routed fascia boards. The posts are 5"x5" with a custom top, known as a Queen's top. Very uncommon, looks amazing with this fence. The line is broken up with two scallop gates; a 4' single walk-gate leading to the front entry, and 10'+ double-drive gate for vehicles. The double gate is mounted on screw-hook and eye hinges to allow 180 degrees of swing. Bold statement, classic style, this a timeless fence.

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This sleek black ornamental fence delivers a high-end finished look with clean lines and an open-picket design. It provides security and property definition without blocking views or making the space feel enclosed. Quality Fence & Repair installs decorative metal and ornamental fencing throughout Rogers, Otsego, Dayton, Maple Grove, and surrounding Twin Cities communities.

Custom Spindle Picket Panels made from Western Red Cedar. 2"x2" spindles, with routed fascia boards. The posts are 5"x5" with a custom top, known as a Queen's top. Very uncommon, looks amazing with this fence. The line is broken up with two scallop gates; a 4' single walk-gate leading to the front entry, and 10'+ double-drive gate for vehicles. The double gate is mounted on screw-hook and eye hinges to allow 180 degrees of swing. Bold statement, classic style, this a timeless fence.

This black ornamental fence follows the natural layout of the property while maintaining an open, spacious feel beneath the mature trees. The classic black design provides an attractive combination of security, durability, and visibility. Quality Fence & Repair installs ornamental fencing for homeowners throughout Princeton, Cambridge, Isanti, North Branch, and surrounding Central Minnesota communities.

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Custom Spindle Picket Panels made from Western Red Cedar. 2"x2" spindles, with routed fascia boards. The posts are 5"x5" with a custom top, known as a Queen's top. Very uncommon, looks amazing with this fence. The line is broken up with two scallop gates; a 4' single walk-gate leading to the front entry, and 10'+ double-drive gate for vehicles. The double gate is mounted on screw-hook and eye hinges to allow 180 degrees of swing. Bold statement, classic style, this a timeless fence.

Custom Spindle Picket Panels made from Western Red Cedar. 2"x2" spindles, with routed fascia boards. The posts are 5"x5" with a custom top, known as a Queen's top. Very uncommon, looks amazing with this fence. The line is broken up with two scallop gates; a 4' single walk-gate leading to the front entry, and 10'+ double-drive gate for vehicles. The double gate is mounted on screw-hook and eye hinges to allow 180 degrees of swing. Bold statement, classic style, this a timeless fence.

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The client wanted a better flow throughout their landscape, as well as introduce straight lines to a space to modernize the irregular shaped pool. Their upper deck was where they did a majority of their entertaining so ensuring this space was large enough for both dining and lounge was the starting point of the design. Introducing privacy from the many on looking neighbours, without completely blocking it off from the rest of their own yard was important. Laser cut privacy screens added this filtered privacy. A round hot tub was added to the back corner of the property, which otherwise seemed like wasted space. Highlighted by the privacy panels in the same pattern used on the deck to create some consistency. Trees were both maintained and added where needs along the property to add greenery and privacy. The entire space now feels open within the backyard, but private from neighbours.