mid century modern residential landscaping. A double-sided outdoor fireplace creates two outdoor living spaces, which share a reflecting pool and custom ountain. In the front, a low horizontal fence delineates the space while mature native citrus and oak tress provide height and color.

Planted dry creek with limestone boulders and river rock provides a beautiful and functional drainage solution along the frontage of a sloping property. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/

A small patio tree that will grow in proportion to the size of its container, this Pseudobombax ellipticum - the 'Shaving Bush Tree' - is a relatively easy plant to grow and maintain in even the smallest of pots. Shown here in seasonal transition, this deciduous native of Mexico provides beautiful orange-brown foliage at different times of the year.

A side patio is ringed by young lavender plants and a half-circle of olives frames the space. Dark Monterey cypress, trimmed as a tall hedge, creates the luscious dark backdrop. A converted chicken shed provides storage nearby.

The project was partially funded through Arlington County's StormwaterWise Landscapes Program. EDS provided the design and installation of a Conservation Landscape for this client. The client received the maximum reimbursement the County program offered.

The project was partially funded through Arlington County's StormwaterWise Landscapes Program. EDS provided the design and installation of a Conservation Landscape for this client. The client received the maximum reimbursement the County program offered.

The gentle sway of the grasses provides a soothing backdrop against the backdrop of natural wooden finishes, creating a serene atmosphere.
Inspiration for a small drought-tolerant backyard stone and wood fence gate in Boston.

Before - homeowner wanted to create a usable outdoor entertainment space in the front yard which would provide a good level of privacy and create curb appeal

Change rooms provide privacy and comfort for lodge participants
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Providing a natural habitat for native bee, birds and butterflies, this client asked for native plants outside the balcony porch. Our designer planted such native plants as purple milkweed, hyssop, woodland sunflowers and wild bergamot requiring less water, fertilizer and maintenance. A custom-made bird bath, hand carved from granite with a steel base attracts all kinds of nature to this secret garden. Rusted steel edging follows the path as it curves the bank of the slope. Photography: Laurel Stacy Photography

Note the exposed ledge emerging from the clover-filled erosion-control seed mix. All square footage of the site was 'touched' during construction, to create a super easy-to care for landscape the permitted views into the woods beyond while creating space for the solar panels to operate. The space between the house and garage provide that sunny moment with no trees and a drop in grade. Paths made with bark chips from removed trees allow the owners to reach every corner of the site.

Despite being just a couple miles from the downtown core, this home feels decidedly rural. Its streamside setting provides an opportunity for urban homesteading, with the homeowners maintaining a vegetable and herb garden as well as raising small livestock. The low-maintenance landscape complements the contemporary residence with geometric forms, but uses natural materials and native or drought-tolerant plants to blend the home into its setting.

Rainwater is celebrated as the focal point in this backyard garden. The angled deck provides enough space for a morning coffee, then transitions down onto a natural stone patio for large gatherings. A deep plant bed was created against the garage to showcase plant textures and soften the patio space. The curved edge of the patio mimics the irregular shape of the corner rain garden, with a gently sloping lawn in between the two spaces. Natural boulders form the edge of the rain garden, while swaths of rushes and other water-loving plants provide all season interest.

The entry hall is dominated and defined by the native stone wall that started outside in the courtyard. We held the top of the wall down from the ceiling not only to allow light penetration into the space, but also to let the ceiling really float above and be a key player. Photos provided by Sayler Architecture

The existing utility bed was reshaped and replanted with native and adaptive plants that will grow to hide the fixtures without impeding access. It has been accented with one of the many limestone boulders excavated from the property, and mulched with dark Whittlesey mulch to provide visual contrast and water retention while tying in to other defined beds and oak clusters on the property.

Rainwater is celebrated as the focal point in this backyard garden. The angled deck provides enough space for a morning coffee, then transitions down onto a natural stone patio for large gatherings. A deep plant bed was created against the garage to showcase plant textures and soften the patio space. The curved edge of the patio mimics the irregular shape of the corner rain garden, with a gently sloping lawn in between the two spaces. Natural boulders form the edge of the rain garden, while swaths of rushes and other water-loving plants provide all season interest.

Rainwater is celebrated as the focal point in this backyard garden. The angled deck provides enough space for a morning coffee, then transitions down onto a natural stone patio for large gatherings. A deep plant bed was created against the garage to showcase plant textures and soften the patio space. The curved edge of the patio mimics the irregular shape of the corner rain garden, with a gently sloping lawn in between the two spaces. Natural boulders form the edge of the rain garden, while swaths of rushes and other water-loving plants provide all season interest.

A stunning mountain retreat, this custom legacy home was designed by MossCreek to feature antique, reclaimed, and historic materials while also providing the family a lodge and gathering place for years to come. Natural stone, antique timbers, bark siding, rusty metal roofing, twig stair rails, antique hardwood floors, and custom metal work are all design elements that work together to create an elegant, yet rustic mountain luxury home.