This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Vancouver.

Forest backdrop provides a calming private space to connect with Nature
Photo of a large traditional shade concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver with a pergola.

Over height pergola provides generous headroom and roomy shelter from the elements
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Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Vancouver.

Nestled into the mountainside of the beautiful Desert Mountain community, this contemporary residence has a minimalist design and an open feel that makes visitors and home owners feel like they are in a desert oasis. One of the challenges, and also opportunities, of designing a minimalist space is making things like pool equipment, AC units, and power supplies become a natural and inconspicuous part of the home. To achieve this, the building was designed with solar panels on the roof and subterranean pool pumps and water heaters. The right materials were crucial in this process, and the porcelain panels used on the exterior won't crack, fade or chip like stucco and the water's edge of the pool also won’t show calcium or efflorescence like stucco. The exterior is also designed with indigenous natural stone which is the same color as the natural rock outcropping behind the home. The infinity pool extending from the deck and living room provides a beautiful view of the surrounding cactus and valley below. Though the overall design of the home is contemporary and modern, it does not appear out of place due to elements like natural stones and indigenous landscaping.

Welcome entry posts greet visitors to the Grounds
This is an example of a large modern shade concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver with a pergola.

Planted with native under story species
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Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Vancouver.

A 3,000 sf. green adobe house constructed of Rastra blocks with mountain views from all rooms and with indigenous landscaping in Phoenix AZ
Minimalist beige two-story adobe flat roof photo in St Louis

Home design - traditional home design idea in Vancouver

• Steep, rocky, view lot required increased site prep • Low profile passive solar design optimizes topography, view corridors, outdoor living • Contemporary simple architecture, cedar and Hardie siding, black trim and railings • Indigenous plantings edged with natural stone, pathway to rear • Wood cladding at entrance carries through into mudroom • Transom windows create visual appeal & increase natural light

A focused connection with nature's powerful healing properties while still under the protective cover of shelter
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern partial sun concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver.

Striking the balance between being sheltered from the elements and remaining connected to the healing properties of the natural world
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern partial sun concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver.

Small gravel courtyard created by connecting the firewood shed and tool shed offers additional safe storage options
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Concrete foundation "curb walls" provide additional height and greater longevity for the structures
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Paved area extends beyond the pergola footprint to facilitate larger groups with comfort
Design ideas for a large modern shade concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver with a pergola.

Complimented by a medley of grey toned pavers in various sizes in a random style pattern
Inspiration for a large modern shade concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver with a pergola.

Cedar plank seating wraps around the perimeter
Inspiration for a large modern shade concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver with a pergola.

Highlighting some of the roof "ribs"
Inspiration for a large modern shade concrete paver landscaping in Vancouver.