A complete and eclectic rear garden renovation with a creative blend of formal and natural elements. Formal lawn panel and rose garden, craftsman style wood deck and trellis, homages to Goldsworthy and Stonehenge with large boulders and a large stone cairn, several water features, a Japanese Torii gate, rock walls and steps, vegetables and herbs in containers and a new parking area paved with permeable pavers that feed an underground storage area that in turns irrigates the garden. All this blends into a diverse but cohesive garden. Designed by Charles W Bowers, Built by Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc. © Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc./Charles W. Bowers

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard stone water fountain landscape in DC Metro for summer.

This compact garden was made over into a sustainable yard using drought tolerant plants, permeable paving, a dry creek bed and some cool accents. The local wildlife love to play in this garden and feast off of the plants. You can read the full story plus a video of the project here http://tinyurl.com/zazpgfd

Beautiful Kansas limestone stair treads
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Santa Barbara.

Xtreme EASY is the definition of jointing made easy. It's mixed ready to use and vacuum packed. Individual•Professional•Quick Work it in - Brush it off - Finished It quickly and easily fills the joints and is the optimum solution to finish off your paved stone surface. It can be installed rain or shine... in fact the use of water helps force the Xtreme EASY evenly into the joints without labor-intensive compacting saving you both time and money. • Everlasting • Powerwasher use • Frost resitant • Weed resitant • Ant resistant • Water permeable

Because the Client is an ardent gardener of her own right, the gardens are extensive and dense. Add to that the dense canopy of spruces immediately adjacent to the front facade and the stand of aspen trees in the island f the drive... In proposing a wall all along the entire front of the home, I gave the garden breathing space. Usually a lawn performs this role, but this property has none in front. Jae proposed a fountain with a distilled palette of peonies, which also created breathing space in the garden. Jade's selection of a pale yellow paint brought light and life as well. Gigi

Elegant backyard patio photo in Orange County with no cover

Parking area with permeable paving. Water storage tank under paving for storage to use for irrigation of lawn and garden. Pot garden with annuals in stone containers. Cooper pipe trellises for vines. Charles W. Bowers/Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.

AirPave for Aggregate Containment and Drainage Swale was utilized by the City of Edmond for their parking lot remodel. This Aggregate Containment Drainage Swale helps capture debris and allows for the runoff of rainwater into a containment pond. A drainage swale is a low tract of land, especially one that is moist or marshy. The term can refer to a natural landscape feature or a human-created one. Artificial swales are often designed to manage water runoff, filter pollutants, and increase rainwater infiltration.

Hawkeye Landscape Design We began this project with the idea of making a friendly entryway and social area under the Mulberry tree which provides much needed shade in this hot, mountainous area. The 'red fescue' meadow grass has a cooling effect and the agaves reduce the need for excess water and maintenance. The backyard has a covered dining area with a corner lounge and fireplace. The large barbecue offers a cantilevered counter for entertaining. The waterfall into the pool is surrounded with bamboo and plantings that emulate the hillside beyond the property. The permeable paving and mix of Vitex and Olive trees provide shade for smaller seating areas to enjoy the variety of succulents throughout the garden

10,000 sf driveway paved with GRANITE Historic European Cobblestone, authentic reclaimed granite cobble imported from Europe. (In these photos, snow and wet conditions affect appearance.) Client selected the 5" x 5" granite cobble, sawn at 2" for installation over a driveway heating system.

3,200 sf driveway with authentic antique Historic European Cobblestone in two sizes; 5x5's and small mosaics. Motor court used smaller 'mosaic' cubes for circle.

A complete and eclectic rear garden renovation with a creative blend of formal and natural elements. Formal lawn panel and rose garden, craftsman style wood deck and trellis, homages to Goldsworthy and Stonehenge with large boulders and a large stone cairn, several water features, a Japanese Torii gate, rock walls and steps, vegetables and herbs in containers and a new parking area paved with permeable pavers that feed an underground storage area that in turns irrigates the garden. All this blends into a diverse but cohesive garden. Designed by Charles W Bowers, Built by Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc. © Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc./Charles W. Bowers

Sand set natural stone paving is a sustainable and permeable solution for your next paving and walk way project. Sand set stone has all of the benefits of sand set unit pavers, with a more natural look. Creeping thyme was planted in the larger crevices, adding interest, as well as scent, softening the look and feel of the patio. Eventually it will mature to cover all of the gaps.

Sand set natural stone paving is a sustainable and permeable solution for your next paving and walk way project. Sand set stone has all of the benefits of sand set unit pavers, with a more natural look. In this picture creeping thyme is about to be planted in the larger crevices, this will add interest, as well as scent, softening the look and feel of the path.

Hawkeye Landscape Design We began this project with the idea of making a friendly entryway and social area under the Mulberry tree which provides much needed shade in this hot, mountainous area. The 'red fescue' meadow grass has a cooling effect and the agaves reduce the need for excess water and maintenance. The backyard has a covered dining area with a corner lounge and fireplace. The large barbecue offers a cantilevered counter for entertaining. The waterfall into the pool is surrounded with bamboo and plantings that emulate the hillside beyond the property. The permeable paving and mix of Vitex and Olive trees provide shade for smaller seating areas to enjoy the variety of succulents throughout the garden

Over 9,000 sf of porphyry cobblestone pavers for St. Annes Community Plaza located in Northern California. 4” x 4” x 1-1/4” to 2” thick pavers and a color range mix of red, gold, tan and brown. Tom Holloway, Principal of KLA Inc, Sonora CA, was the lead landscape architect/designer on this beautiful project. Simile Construction of Modesto provided the installation.

Inspiration for a rustic landscaping in Orange County.

Sand set brick paving is a sustainable and permeable solution for your next paving and walkway project. On this project, brick was laid in a basket weave pattern for a traditional look.