Our Cole Valley clients have lived in their Edwardian home for many years, and have a large garden with established trees, they were looking for a redefinition and reorganization in their outdoor living space. We developed three distinct areas for them to explore, relax and entertain. Contrasting color, movement and texture, and repeating patterns throughout unify the garden’s relaxed turn of the century cottage style. Starting with a shady fern garden anchored by two Garrya elliptica, a decomposed granite path meanders through a garden full of strong, architectural forms of Mangaves, Agaves, Phormiums and grasses. Dry stone walls of varying heights along the path lead to an enclosed third garden with a larger seating area, bathed in sun and rich with hues of burgundy, maroon, and shades of pink and chocolate.

Antique Belgian Cobblestone is a richly weathered paving stone with deep charcoal, soft gray, and warm brown tones. Its worn tops, softened edges, and subtle surface relief create an authentic aged character, making it ideal for entry approaches, courtyards, garden paths, and edging around gravel or planting. For inquiries, contact us at (310) 289-0414 or info@neolithicmaterials.com

Antique Belgian Cobblestone is a richly weathered paving stone with deep charcoal, soft gray, and warm brown tones. Its worn tops, softened edges, and subtle surface relief create an authentic aged character, making it ideal for entry approaches, courtyards, garden paths, and edging around gravel or planting. For inquiries, contact us at (310) 289-0414 or info@neolithicmaterials.com

A rich chocolate paint color and beautiful landscaping add stylish elegance to this traditional home. Clark Dugger
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The rich color in the outdoor cushions brings out the lovely warm tones of the natural stone.
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Large Portico extension from Great Room..installation of windows helped achieve the look of bringing the inside to the outdoor dining area. Photo by Rich Cox Photography

This butterfly garden was designed by Alan Mumford and installed by Landscape Images, ltd, on the grounds of a private girl’s school located in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is designed not only as a learning center for understanding the butterfly life cycle, but it’s also a fun whimsical space to spark the imagination of each child who enters it. Along the curving paths are information stations for each cycle of the butterfly life. The garden is rich with nectar producing plants to host the many different types of butterflies that can be present year round in south Louisiana, while ensuring to not pose a health or safety threat to the children in the school ranging from pre-school to 12th grade.

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By raising the ceiling in this newly remodeled kitchen, the space simply opened up. The large island is able to accommodate conversational seating to be near the cook, but does not interrupt the traffic path to the cooktop, sink, and refrigerator. White painted periphery cabinets with a rich countertop creates a larger outline, while the dark stained island cabinets and lighter countertop grounds the center of the space. Beautiful veined tile adds depth and interest to the solid surfaces. On the opposite side of the island, the open space allowed for a dog feeding station to be imbedded.

Old World Entry leading into a wood paneled dining room. Flooring: reclaimed Belgian Tiles. Wall Color: Farrow & Ball, Ball Green #75, Rococo Mirror.
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The clients wanted to make use of the hilly terrain in their backyard. A private path was an excellent way to retreat to the hillside and enjoy a panaromic view of the garden below. Meticulously assembled stone seatwalls lead the way. Architect: Rich Bartlett Architects Photo: Treve Johnson Photography

A walk to the main house bordered by a traditional annual planting scheme. A formal border of pink zahara zinnias, new guinea impatiens and dusty miller contains spring perennials and late summer cutting annuals such as zinnias and blue salvia.

The final design is a stunning articulated progression of steps and outdoor rooms with clean surfaces and rich plantings. Landscape Construction: Environmental Designs, Inc.; Landscape Architecture Design: MARPA

By raising the ceiling in this newly remodeled kitchen, the space simply opened up. The large island is able to accommodate conversational seating to be near the cook, but does not interrupt the traffic path to the cooktop, sink, and refrigerator. White painted periphery cabinets with a rich countertop creates a larger outline, while the dark stained island cabinets and lighter countertop grounds the center of the space. Beautiful veined tile adds depth and interest to the solid surfaces.

Outdoor Kitchen with Cherokee stone veneer and copper counter tops. The island has both a regular gas grille and Santa Maria Style grille. Photo by Rich Cox Photography

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This butterfly garden was designed by Alan Mumford and installed by Landscape Images, ltd, on the grounds of a private girl’s school located in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is designed not only as a learning center for understanding the butterfly life cycle, but it’s also a fun whimsical space to spark the imagination of each child who enters it. Along the curving paths are information stations for each cycle of the butterfly life. The garden is rich with nectar producing plants to host the many different types of butterflies that can be present year round in south Louisiana, while ensuring to not pose a health or safety threat to the children in the school ranging from pre-school to 12th grade.

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