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This garden started from an old vegetable garden tucked into an old estate property. The only element that remained was the privot hedge. My client wished to have a perennial garden that would be in a formal setting. So an axial line was

This propery is situated on the south side of Centre Island at the edge of an oak and ash woodlands. orignally, it was three properties having one house and various out buildings. topographically, it more or less continually sloped to the water. Our task was to creat a series of terraces that were to house various functions such as the main house and forecourt, cottage, boat house and utility barns. The immediate landscape around the main house was largely masonry terraces and flower gardens. The outer landscape was comprised of heavily planted trails and intimate open spaces for the client to preamble through. As the site was largely an oak and ash woods infested with Norway maple and japanese honey suckle we essentially started with tall trees and open ground. Our planting intent was to introduce a variety of understory tree and a heavy shrub and herbaceous layer with an emphisis on planting native material. As a result the feel of the property is one of graciousness with a challenge to explore.

Peter Krupenye
Inspiration for a huge traditional full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in New York with a pergola.

Landscape Architect: Howard Cohen Photography by: Bob Narod, Photographer, LLC
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard concrete paver landscaping in DC Metro.

Karen Tropea
Elegant patio photo in Philadelphia with a fire pit

Product: Authentic Limestone for Exterior Living Spaces. Ancient Surfaces Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The design of external living spaces is known as the 'Al Fresco' design style as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates into 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a fully functional outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, BBQ, fireplace or Jacuzzi pool spa all out of old reclaimed Mediterranean stone pieces is no easy task and shouldn’t be created out of the lowest common denominator of building materials such as concrete, Indian slates or Turkish travertine. The one thing you can bet the farmhouse on is that when the entire process unravels and when your outdoor living space materializes from the architects rendering to real life, you will be guaranteed a true Mediterranean living experience if your choice of construction material was as authentic and possible to the Southern Mediterranean regions. We believe that the coziness of your surroundings brought about by the creative usage of our antique stone elements will only amplify that authenticity. whether you are enjoying a relaxing time soaking the sun inside one of our Jacuzzi spa stone fountains or sharing unforgettable memories with family and friends while baking your own pizzas in one of our outdoor BBQ pizza ovens, our stone designs will always evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that one only gets while being on vacation is some exotic European island surrounded with the pristine beauty of indigenous nature and ancient architecture...

Landscape by Stonepocket located in Minnetonka, Minnesota Creating a elegant landscape to blend with a home with such character and charm was a challenge in controlled resistant. Did not want the landscape to overwhelm the home, nor did I want a typical landscape for this style that usually involves a box hedge. Utilizing light in the front to create a perennial garden give the home a sense of place. Keep the planting mostly to whites and greens in the back unifies the space. photos by Stonepocket, Inc

John Hession
Photo of a traditional side yard flower bed in Boston.

Mariko Reed
Mid-sized trendy balcony photo in Los Angeles with a roof extension

Large danish formal and enclosed light wood floor and beige floor living room photo in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Katy Sheppard
This is an example of a traditional full sun front yard formal garden in Chicago for summer.

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Home design - modern backyard home design idea in Portland

image: Travis Rhoads Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard gravel landscaping in San Francisco with a fire pit.

Pruned Weeping Canadian Hemlock brings color to garage's "blank canvas" side. Situated in backyard of this Long Island home, this focal point dazzles the eye with its unique charm. Just the "bling" that this site needed!

Philip Mast
Eclectic medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in Chicago with white walls

Design ideas for a traditional full sun backyard brick formal garden in Philadelphia for summer.

Succulent wall, brick patio and fireplace
Photo of a small contemporary backyard brick landscaping in Orange County.