Spring bulbs accentuate the artistic placement of the boulders in the rockery.
Inspiration for a rustic full sun hillside gravel landscaping in New York for spring.

Elegant staircase photo in Charlotte

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary partial sun landscaping in New York.

Howard Roberts
Photo of a traditional landscaping in New York.

This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

Mid-sized wooden floating staircase photo in DC Metro with wooden risers

Huge elegant gray three-story stone gable roof photo in New York with a shingle roof

A drainage ditch was enhanced into a stream. Limestone ledge stone was used to border the stream.
Photo of a rustic landscaping in Chicago.

Example of a large transitional indoor stone and rectangular indoor pool design in Philadelphia

This is an example of a transitional landscaping in New York.

Mid-sized transitional white two-story wood house exterior idea in New York with a hip roof and a tile roof

Design ideas for a large traditional partial sun front yard concrete paver driveway in DC Metro.

Abundant color leads to seating under the trees.
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

A different view of the Sweet Bay Magnolia and Crab Apple trees. This also shows Weigela, Maiden Grass, and Climbing Hydrangea to name a few.
Photo of a traditional partial sun backyard garden path in Providence for summer.

Jean Brooks
Design ideas for a farmhouse landscaping in Boston.

Each spill rock in this man-made stream was carefully positioned to depict the most natural water movement. The stream flows down and over a 2-foot by 2-foot-wide moss rock waterfall and cascades into a 10-foot by 15-foot pond. www.deckandpatio.com

Example of a large classic backyard brick patio design in Louisville with a pergola

Floating solid hardwood floating stairs
Example of a mid-sized minimalist wooden l-shaped open staircase design in Vancouver

Example of a mid-sized classic formal and enclosed living room design in Orange County with beige walls, no fireplace and no tv