In this urban context, we were tasked with finding a low-maintenance landscape solution for our client who travels extensively for work. Our award-winning design created a new seating area centered around a fire pit with bench seating and built-in LED lights to create a destination in the landscape. Our design incorporated low-maintenance materials and hearty plantings to create a serene escape from the city that requires very little upkeep. Large planters display seasonal annuals and frame the raised deck area.

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This project focused on creating a clean, ultra low maintenance outdoor environment that seamlessly builds upon the home’s recent remodel. The rear yard was thoughtfully expanded by incorporating a previously unused and vacated easement area, allowing us to extend the usable space by nearly ten feet and significantly improve overall flow and functionality. The design emphasizes simple lines, durable materials, and low water plantings for long term ease of care. In the front yard, we refreshed the landscape with new planting and replaced inconsistent lawn areas with a stable rock ground cover, creating a more polished look with greater durability and reduced upkeep.

Trex Transcend Porch is available in three colors – Gravel Path (pristine grey), Fire Pit (spicy red) and Spiced Rum (warm, earthy umber with the streaked look of tropical hardwoods), Transcend Porch features both floor boards and coordinated post and railing options. It’s also low maintenance – resisting fading, staining, scratching and mold, and will not rot, warp, crack or splinter. Upkeep is hassle free, so you’ll spend more time relaxing and less time maintaining. Trex Outdoor Furniture, such as swings and rockers are ideal finishing touches to your porch that add stunning curb appeal.

This home had zero front landscape. The client requested low maintenance, succulents and rock elements. The area was not full sun, but had significant morning light and in fact had quite a bit of shade. This was a bit of a challenge to specify plants that could thrive in mixed light, but could handle direct sun for several hours a day. We incorporated some tough but lovely plants that require very little upkeep except to trim off spent/dying leaves to keep them looking clean. By using a rock edging and heavy mulching under the plants, we further reduced maintenance. We added landscape lighting to show off the garden at night and to provide subtle welcoming light to the entry.

Simple flowering summer pots flank either end of the pool area with a low boxwood hedge. Nice clean simple lines for easy upkeep around the backyard pool.

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Inspiration for a mid-sized backyard brick garden path in Seattle.

Before the renovation, this Valley Village parkway featured patchy grass and bare soil along the sidewalk. As part of a complete front yard transformation, Above and Beyond Builders replaced the worn landscape with artificial turf to create a cleaner, more consistent appearance with minimal upkeep.

The best part of a resort is not having to do anything! In this backyard upkeep has been reduced to as close to zero as possible. A stacked limestone retaining wall and a variety of low-maintenance perennials and annuals compliment the pine forest backdrop. The “grass” surrounding the plunge pool is actually artificial turf which means it never needs to be weeded or mowed. Photography by John Wiese

The table tufted polyester shag pile gives each rug in this collection a sumptuous look and soft feel. These rugs are great for high traffic areas as the material is highly resilient to moisture, mildew, and are have low maintenance upkeep. The captivating cranberry color makes this piece a playful addition to more casual settings while creating an indulgent yet refined style for contemporary home decor.

Example of a large minimalist gray two-story mixed siding flat roof design in New York

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Repurposed broken pieces of concrete welcome you along a path of fragrant sage and Japanese Maples.
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian full sun backyard stone formal garden in Los Angeles.

Decorative rock can be a beautiful and practical choice for landscaping, particularly when it comes to storm management. In addition to adding visual interest and texture to your landscape, decorative rock can help to control erosion and improve drainage. By using landscape stone to redirect water flow and manage excess runoff, you can protect your property from damage and maintain the integrity of your landscape. Decorative rock is also a low maintenance choice that requires minimal upkeep, making it a convenient and cost-effective option for storm management.

These clients were not only looking to update their backyard deck, but they also wanted to choose a decking material that required less upkeep than wood. They chose beautiful and resilient Armadillo Lifestyle composite decking from our expansive materials menu for their project in the ever-popular Campfire color. This decking is durable and a great value with decking boards wrapped on all sides and a protective shell that guards against fading, weathering, stains, mold, and mildew.

These clients were not only looking to update their backyard deck, but they also wanted to choose a decking material that required less upkeep than wood. They chose beautiful and resilient Armadillo Lifestyle composite decking from our expansive materials menu for their project in the ever-popular Campfire color. This decking is durable and a great value with decking boards wrapped on all sides and a protective shell that guards against fading, weathering, stains, mold, and mildew.

These clients were not only looking to update their backyard deck, but they also wanted to choose a decking material that required less upkeep than wood. They chose beautiful and resilient Armadillo Lifestyle composite decking from our expansive materials menu for their project in the ever-popular Campfire color. This decking is durable and a great value with decking boards wrapped on all sides and a protective shell that guards against fading, weathering, stains, mold, and mildew.

This Woodland Hills side yard was transformed with premium artificial turf and clean concrete walkways to create a low-maintenance, water-efficient outdoor space. The design delivers a lush green look year-round while reducing upkeep, making it ideal for families, pets, and Southern California’s drought-conscious lifestyle.

These clients were not only looking to update their backyard deck, but they also wanted to choose a decking material that required less upkeep than wood. They chose beautiful and resilient Armadillo Lifestyle composite decking from our expansive materials menu for their project in the ever-popular Campfire color. This decking is durable and a great value with decking boards wrapped on all sides and a protective shell that guards against fading, weathering, stains, mold, and mildew.