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Front yard, view to the street.
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The old concrete driveway was replaced with a contemporary pattern of large concrete slabs with small Mexican pebbles set in between in permeable resin. The other areas of this front landscape were transformed from a tired, water thirsty lawn into a contemporary setting with dramatic concrete pavers leading to the home's entrance. Plants for sun and part shade complete this project, just completed in February 2014. The back areas of this transformation are in a separate project: Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel http://www.houzz.com/projects/456093/Modern-Water-Side-Landscape-Remodel---Lawn-Replaced--Novato--CA Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

The uneven back yard was graded into ¬upper and lower levels with an industrial style, concrete wall. Linear pavers lead the garden stroller from place to place alongside a rain garden filled with swaying grasses that spans the side yard and culminates at a gracefully arching pomegranate tree, A bubbling boulder water feature murmurs soothing sounds. A large steel and willow-roof pergola creates a shady space to dine in and chaise lounges and chairs bask in the surrounding shade. The transformation was completed with a bold and biodiverse selection of low water, climate appropriate plants that make the space come alive. branches laden with impossibly red blossoms and fruit.

The project included new landscape and hardscape to reflect a more formal garden setting. Architect: The Warner Group. Photographer: Kelly Teich
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The designer designed and installed a stunning pollinator garden for the entire property of this townhome. Previously the property was simply lawn. He also designed a vegetable garden and evergreen screening, and located fruit, flowering, and shade trees throughout the garden.

Creating a new front yard landscape in Miami, Florida. Tropical plantings under an existing Royal Poinciana tree. We created a new walkway, driveway and garden.

This section of front yard between the driveway and the property line is often a throw-away zone, a forgotten opportunity between neighbors. This garden serves as a meeting ground, as well as giving autonomy and a sense of ownership to one's turf. High plants screen from stark views of the neighbor, yet their charming cottage frames the view.

Creating a new front yard landscape in Miami, Florida. Tropical plantings under an existing Royal Poinciana tree. We created a new walkway, driveway and garden.

Some river stones under an olive tree add some texture to the garden. Daniel Bosler Photography
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Hard to believe this is one month after planting....the plantings provide privacy and screening for the outdoor shower. We planted creeping thyme between the bluestone to create fragrance when stepped on.