Lawn Enforcement Landscaping takes great pride in our hardscape work. Pictured here is a recent installation of paving stones in Vancouver for a driveway. COVID-19: We practice safe social distancing with our team and you, and are pleased to be able to help you move forward on projects during this time. Proper Paving Stone Installation By following the proper steps of base preparation/compaction, detailed laying of the pavers, certified edge restraints and polymeric jointing sand – we are left with a driveway parking pad that will stay true for years to come! Know your base! Lawn Enforcement takes pride in their high attention to detail and we only install to ICPI standards International Concrete Paver Institute. The most common failure that comes from paving stones is improper base and compaction. This will cause settling, rutting and edging failure in your finished product. Overview of Materials Required for Paving Stones Geotextile Fabric: Prevents gravel base migration into soil sub-base. Gravel Base (3/4” minus road base gravel). Here are some rough amounts required: Walkways, Patios: 4” Driveways, parking pads: 6”-12” Compacted in 2” lifts depending on plate compactor used at time of installation Sand base: 1” of bedding sand MAX Paving Stones/Jointing Sand/Edge Restraints Keeping Our Pavers As Local as Possible We work with a variety of local suppliers to bring you a great selection of interlocking and hydrapressed slab pavers! Click here to request a Paving Stone Installation today!

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For this custom Paver Patio build, our team designed and installed an expansive backyard hardscape centered around a custom raised planter bed. We laid multi-toned light gray pavers in a running bond pattern, accented by a dark charcoal border that follows the sweeping, curved edge of the patio. The focal point features a raised, semicircular block retaining wall bed prepped with rich soil, mulch, and ornamental plantings to bring natural warmth and greenery directly into the hardscape design. To deliver a long-lasting, level installation, our process began with comprehensive site excavation, sub-grade leveling, and the installation of a compacted aggregate base. We integrated the patio seamlessly with the existing screened-in porch and aluminum fencing, establishing proper pitch across the surface to channel stormwater away from the home foundation. At Pine Valley Turf Management, we blend expert masonry with functional design to craft custom outdoor living spaces tailored to your property's exact layout.

For this custom Paver Patio build, our team designed and installed an expansive backyard hardscape centered around a custom raised planter bed. We laid multi-toned light gray pavers in a running bond pattern, accented by a dark charcoal border that follows the sweeping, curved edge of the patio. The focal point features a raised, semicircular block retaining wall bed prepped with rich soil, mulch, and ornamental plantings to bring natural warmth and greenery directly into the hardscape design. To deliver a long-lasting, level installation, our process began with comprehensive site excavation, sub-grade leveling, and the installation of a compacted aggregate base. We integrated the patio seamlessly with the existing screened-in porch and aluminum fencing, establishing proper pitch across the surface to channel stormwater away from the home foundation. At Pine Valley Turf Management, we blend expert masonry with functional design to craft custom outdoor living spaces tailored to your property's exact layout.

For this custom Paver Patio build, our team designed and installed an expansive backyard hardscape centered around a custom raised planter bed. We laid multi-toned light gray pavers in a running bond pattern, accented by a dark charcoal border that follows the sweeping, curved edge of the patio. The focal point features a raised, semicircular block retaining wall bed prepped with rich soil, mulch, and ornamental plantings to bring natural warmth and greenery directly into the hardscape design. To deliver a long-lasting, level installation, our process began with comprehensive site excavation, sub-grade leveling, and the installation of a compacted aggregate base. We integrated the patio seamlessly with the existing screened-in porch and aluminum fencing, establishing proper pitch across the surface to channel stormwater away from the home foundation. At Pine Valley Turf Management, we blend expert masonry with functional design to craft custom outdoor living spaces tailored to your property's exact layout.

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Once CRS was brought in to finish the basement, the previous work was corrected and the rest of the space followed suit. The majority of the basement was designed to have an open concept with a small living room and a large office space. A small utility room was created with additional storage and a small fridge, separated from the rest of the basement by a sliding barn door. Additional power outlets and new pot lights in the ceiling required a pony box to be installed, providing enough power for the new additions. New stairs and proper support for the basement landing made the basement safe for everyone to enjoy and doors were added to hide the workspaces from the main living area. The laundry room had it’s original concrete sink demolished and removed to allow for a sleek modern replacement with storage. The layout of the laundry machines was also altered to create a better flow and functionality to the room. The homeowners requested the window boxes remain unfinished throughout the basement to allow more flexibility in the future when the windows are replaced.

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Modern meets classic. The flooring tile in this picture is our 12x12 Saltillo regular square tile in its natural color variations. They are sealed with our oil based sealer (semi gloss). You can also have the Saltillo tile stained and sealed in brick red, antique birch, soft brown, walnut, or white wash. Other sealed options are glossy, and matte. The beautiful Talavera tile on the kitchen counter and backsplash are in the following patterns: T31 blue large angle 2x4, T31 off white 4x4, SP1 decorative Talavera 4x4 (special design). Theses tiles are sold per piece. (Saltillo tidbits: The area of Saltillo Mexico where the tile is made has the proper mix of clay, climate, and dedicated workers to produce one of the world's most popular tiles. Saltillo tiles are not merely "sundried", they are also kiln fired. The way in which these tiles are stacked and positioned in the kiln produces their natural shading and range of colors. The stripping is caused by the overlapping of tiles when they are stacked in the kiln). We also carry Saltillo regular square in 4x4, 8x8, and 16x16, or in Super (round edges) in 12x12. Questions? Message us or call us at 210-736-2634. Check out our website at www.reesotiles.com.

Once CRS was brought in to finish the basement, the previous work was corrected and the rest of the space followed suit. The majority of the basement was designed to have an open concept with a small living room and a large office space. A small utility room was created with additional storage and a small fridge, separated from the rest of the basement by a sliding barn door. Additional power outlets and new pot lights in the ceiling required a pony box to be installed, providing enough power for the new additions. New stairs and proper support for the basement landing made the basement safe for everyone to enjoy and doors were added to hide the workspaces from the main living area. The laundry room had it’s original concrete sink demolished and removed to allow for a sleek modern replacement with storage. The layout of the laundry machines was also altered to create a better flow and functionality to the room. The homeowners requested the window boxes remain unfinished throughout the basement to allow more flexibility in the future when the windows are replaced.

Once CRS was brought in to finish the basement, the previous work was corrected and the rest of the space followed suit. The majority of the basement was designed to have an open concept with a small living room and a large office space. A small utility room was created with additional storage and a small fridge, separated from the rest of the basement by a sliding barn door. Additional power outlets and new pot lights in the ceiling required a pony box to be installed, providing enough power for the new additions. New stairs and proper support for the basement landing made the basement safe for everyone to enjoy and doors were added to hide the workspaces from the main living area. The laundry room had it’s original concrete sink demolished and removed to allow for a sleek modern replacement with storage. The layout of the laundry machines was also altered to create a better flow and functionality to the room. The homeowners requested the window boxes remain unfinished throughout the basement to allow more flexibility in the future when the windows are replaced.

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Once CRS was brought in to finish the basement, the previous work was corrected and the rest of the space followed suit. The majority of the basement was designed to have an open concept with a small living room and a large office space. A small utility room was created with additional storage and a small fridge, separated from the rest of the basement by a sliding barn door. Additional power outlets and new pot lights in the ceiling required a pony box to be installed, providing enough power for the new additions. New stairs and proper support for the basement landing made the basement safe for everyone to enjoy and doors were added to hide the workspaces from the main living area. The laundry room had it’s original concrete sink demolished and removed to allow for a sleek modern replacement with storage. The layout of the laundry machines was also altered to create a better flow and functionality to the room. The homeowners requested the window boxes remain unfinished throughout the basement to allow more flexibility in the future when the windows are replaced.

Once CRS was brought in to finish the basement, the previous work was corrected and the rest of the space followed suit. The majority of the basement was designed to have an open concept with a small living room and a large office space. A small utility room was created with additional storage and a small fridge, separated from the rest of the basement by a sliding barn door. Additional power outlets and new pot lights in the ceiling required a pony box to be installed, providing enough power for the new additions. New stairs and proper support for the basement landing made the basement safe for everyone to enjoy and doors were added to hide the workspaces from the main living area. The laundry room had it’s original concrete sink demolished and removed to allow for a sleek modern replacement with storage. The layout of the laundry machines was also altered to create a better flow and functionality to the room. The homeowners requested the window boxes remain unfinished throughout the basement to allow more flexibility in the future when the windows are replaced.

After the homeowner experienced basement flooding, extensive remediation work was required. Our team began by thoroughly cleaning and repairing the affected areas to ensure proper flood prevention measures were in place. Once the remediation was completed, we moved on to replacing insulation, drywall, flooring, and paint. Following discussions with the homeowner, they opted for a reconfiguration of the basement layout, which included the addition of a modern three-piece bathroom featuring a custom walk-in shower. This renovation not only revitalized the space but also enhanced its functionality, making it one of our favorite transformations to date. The updated basement now provides the family with a more practical and enjoyable living area that will serve them well for years to come.

The Roger Lee designed house from 1962 was purchased by the current homeowners in almost original condition, as the previous owners elected to defer most maintenance projects over the years. The clients were able to see beyond the dated materials and finishes, single-paned glass and uninsulated walls and they approached Klopf Architecture to help them expand and update the entire home, one the family could settle into and enjoy for years to come. It was important that the new designs were aligned with Lee's original intent not only because of the client's appreciation for mid-century modern architecture, but also because the house was deemed historical. The Stanford Real Estate Office requires a stringent design review which safeguards the integrity of the community, which Klopf Architecture was happy to oblige going into their updated designs. As with many original mid-century modern homes, the house was scaled to the 1960s lifestyle where rooms were smaller and openings to views were limited and tightly framed. The original conditions defined the direction the family of four would take in updating the house and making it comfortable for their modern lifestyle. Klopf designed a full gut remodel and major addition to bring the house into the 21st century and provide the living area needed for the client's family. The newly expanded house added just about 1,100 sf to create an airy, comfortable and family friendly house, taking full advantage of the beautiful southwestern views that extend out to the hills beyond. The enclosed garage created an additional 240 sf of covered space for long-term storage. A cracked swimming pool created an eyesore taking up a majority of the backyard landscape, so it was one of the first elements to go during the transformation. Working with Outer Space Landscape Architects, the family asked for a mix of relaxing outdoor patio spaces that eventually blend into the native landscaping, extending their views outward toward the natural greenery of the trees beyond their property. Filling in the old pool was a smart way to expand the living spaces outward. The orientation of the house was designed to enjoy the views, but the original architecture provided the first homeowners with mere glimpses of the landscape outside. Klopf was able to broaden those views, continuing and extending on the original architecture to take full advantage of the unobstructed natural views across the rear facade of the house. Small horizontal openings in the primary bedroom and office were replaced with much taller windows that now follow the angled roof line upward, extending across almost all of the facade. We worked with Western Windows, whose designs included an oblique-shaped, operable casement that allowed our design to rise with the slope. A new corner office added to the primary suite, offers a bright and functional work-from-home solution that looks out at the distant views and added natural light from the expanded window configuration that now wraps around the corner. The existing lower level was designed by Lee as a utilitarian space, serving as a wet pool room with a drain in the center of the floor, bathroom, laundry and storage areas. Without the need for a pool room, Klopf was able to convert the area into a much more comfortable and functional living space with a new family room and guest suite. The new spaces enjoy easy access to a new outdoor patio through floor to ceiling, full-width glass sliders. Continuing along the rear facade, a previously exposed deck extending from the living room and hallway provided access to the backyard through a single set of stairs leading toward the side of the house which made sense when the pool was in place. The new deck was re-envisioned as an extension of the main living room and now serves as a second outdoor living room. A new slatted pergola above provides the homeowners welcome relief from the hot afternoon sun. A second set of stairs now creates a better connection to the redesigned lower level. Klopf was able to reconfigure the spaces, extending the living room outward toward the views, where the family now claims it as the heart of the home, spending a large majority of their time outdoors. Back inside, the original wood-burning Malm fireplace was beautifully restored and a gas burner installed to comply with California's strict air standards. It now rests in front of a wall of Heath accent tiles where a dated red brick wall used to stand. A new taller window brings more light and views into the refreshed interior living room. The original glass doors opposite the fireplace were replaced by larger sliders that when fully opened, create a seamless transition to the new outdoor living area so the two spaces feel like one connected space. The original utilitarian kitchen was needlessly tucked into the far back corner and closed-off, out of sight from the living room, so the clients asked Klopf to open it up and expand the kitchen forward so it felt more connected. Today the much larger kitchen is connected to the living area where a short wall with a cutout offers a visual glimpse into the kitchen and a handy pass-through counter for serving guests. A new breakfast nook was also added to create another spot where the family can gather for casual meals. Just outside, a new built-in outdoor grill and prep area extends the kitchen outside and connects to a new outdoor dining spot nestled amongst the trees, taking advantage of the views out back. Klopf was able to expand the other two bedrooms, add a new laundry room and half-bath and convert the carport to an enclosed garage to add more storage areas which was lost when the pool house was converted to the family and guest room. To maintain a historical connection to the original designs, the exterior siding was repeated on all exterior walls, a full-height stained glass window at the front entryway restored, and an interior slatted screen element repeated outside at the exterior entry courtyard and over the new outdoor living room to create a shade trellis. The new house stands proudly and shines against it's new landscaping features, while respecting and expanding on the original intent of Roger Lee's designs epitomizing the comforts of indoor-outdoor living in Northern California. Completion year: 2020 Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane, Noel Andrade Contractor: ORB Construction, Brendan O'Reilly Structural engineer: Sezen and Moon Landscape architect: Outer space Furnishings and decoration: Urbanism Designs Photographer: Mariko Reed

After the homeowner experienced basement flooding, extensive remediation work was required. Our team began by thoroughly cleaning and repairing the affected areas to ensure proper flood prevention measures were in place. Once the remediation was completed, we moved on to replacing insulation, drywall, flooring, and paint. Following discussions with the homeowner, they opted for a reconfiguration of the basement layout, which included the addition of a modern three-piece bathroom featuring a custom walk-in shower. This renovation not only revitalized the space but also enhanced its functionality, making it one of our favorite transformations to date. The updated basement now provides the family with a more practical and enjoyable living area that will serve them well for years to come.