Danilo Maffei, photos Russian sage, ninebark, amsonia, southern magnolia, purple coneflower
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Philadelphia.

This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in Charlotte.

Entry area for a commercial property showing day lillies, Russian sage, 'Karl Foerster' feather reed grass, and Joe Pye Weed, Purple Cone Flower.
Photo of a small landscaping in Portland Maine.

Example of a trendy patio design in Charlotte

This project presented unique opportunities that are not often found in residential landscaping. The homeowners were not only restoring their 1840's era farmhouse, a piece of their family’s history, but also enlarging and updating the home for modern living. The landscape designers continued this idea by creating a space that is a modern day interpretation of an 1840s era farm rather then a strict recreation. The resulting design combines elements of farm living from that time, as well as acknowledging the property’s history as a horse farm, with staples of 21st century landscapes such as space for outdoor living, lighting, and newer plant varieties. Guests approach from the main driveway which winds through the property and ends at the main barn. There is secondary gated driveway just for the homeowners. Connected to this main driveway is a narrower gravel lane which leads directly to the residence. The lane passes near fruit trees planted in broken rows to give the illusion that they are the remains of an orchard that once existed on the site. The lane widens at the entrance to the gardens where there is a hitching post built into the fence that surrounds the gardens and a watering trough. The widened section is intended as a place to park a golf cart or, in a nod to the home’s past, tie up horses before entering. The gravel lane passes between two stone pillars and then ends at a square gravel court edged in cobblestones. The gravel court transitions into a wide flagstone walk bordered with yew hedges and lavender leading to the front door. Directly to the right, upon entering the gravel court, is located a gravel and cobblestone edged walk leading to a secondary entrance into the residence. The walk is gated where it connects with the gravel court to close it off so as not to confuse visitors and guests to the main residence and to emphasize the primary entrance. An area for a bench is provided along this walk to encourage stopping to view and enjoy the gardens. On either side of the front door, gravel and cobblestone walks branch off into the garden spaces. The one on the right leads to a flagstone with cobblestone border patio space. Since the home has no designated backyard like most modern suburban homes the outdoor living space had to be placed in what would traditionally be thought of as the front of the house. The patio is separated from the entrance walk by the yew hedge and further enclosed by three Amelanchiers and a variety of plantings including modern cultivars of old fashioned plants such as Itea and Hydrangea. A third entrance, the original front door to the 1840’s era section, connects to the patio from the home’s kitchen, making the space ideal for outdoor dining. The gravel and cobblestone walk branching off to the left of the front door leads to the vegetable and perennial gardens. The idea for the vegetable garden was to recreate the tradition of a kitchen garden which would have been planted close to the residence for easy access. The vegetable garden is surrounded by mixed perennial beds along the inside of the wood picket fence which surrounds the entire garden space. Another area designated for a bench is provided here to encourage stopping and viewing. The home’s original smokehouse, completely restored and used as a garden shed, provides a strong architectural focal point to the vegetable garden. Behind the smokehouse is planted lilacs and other plants to give mass and balance to the corner and help screen the garden from the neighboring subdivision. At the rear corner of the garden a wood arbor was constructed to provide a structure on which to grow grapes or other vines should the homeowners choose to. The landscape and gardens for this restored farmhouse and property are a thoughtfully designed and planned recreation of a historic landscape reinterpreted for modern living. The idea was to give a sense of timelessness when walking through the gardens as if they had been there for years but had possibly been updated and rejuvenated as lifestyles changed. The attention to materials and craftsmanship blend seamlessly with the residence and insure the gardens and landscape remain an integral part of the property. The farm has been in the homeowner’s family for many years and they are thrilled at the results and happy to see respect given to the home’s history and to its meticulous restoration.

Long blooming, colorful perennials, roses and ornamental grasses are featured in this beachside home.
Photo of a traditional landscaping in New York.

An irregular rectangular stepping stone pathway sets a formal route behind the pool patio. Repeating boxwood globes are softened with long-flowering Russian sage.

Design ideas for a large traditional full sun front yard stone landscaping in Columbus for summer.

Stone veneered wall with Ideal concrete pavers and cobblestone edging. The garden contains Russian Sage (Perovskia), Inkberry, and Red Twig Dogwood planted near the cobblestone lined parking area.

The large front lawn is bounded by shrub roses, peonies, russian sage and hydrangeas, providing color from spring through fall.
Design ideas for a mediterranean partial sun front yard stone formal garden in DC Metro.

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This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard brick formal garden in Bridgeport.

Allium, Little Bluestem, Nepeta & Russian Sage were among the perennials chosen for the gravel garden. Trap rock paths were installed surrounding the gravel garden and backyard mulched areas.

Deer resistant plants catmint, prairie drop seed, Russian sage and yarrow cover the slope. Photo by Judy Nauseef
Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in Cedar Rapids.

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Example of a beach style deck design in New York

The summer blooms of the Black-eyed Susan punctuate the hot months of July and August, but beforehand, Russian Sage steals the show in the earlier months following spring, May and June. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

Designed by Scott Schunk of Reico Kitchen & Bath in collaboration with Touchstone Custom Homes, this transitional design inspired kitchen features Ultracraft cabinets in 2 door styles and finishes. The perimeter cabinets are the Breckenridge door style in a Russian Sage finish. The island cabinets are the Breckenridge door style as well in Cherry with a Porcini finish. Countertops are Ice White granite and appliances are from Jenn-Air. Photos courtesy of BTW Images LLC / www.btwimages.com.

This is an example of a large traditional full sun front yard mulch driveway in New York for summer.

Here is the front entrance. The granite landing measures 7'x4' and the walkway is full color, natural cleft bluestone.
Photo of a large traditional full sun front yard concrete paver garden path in Boston for spring.