This colorful, water-wise landscape renovation refreshed a Ken Caryl North Ranch property backing to open space. Griffith Designs developed a personalized landscape solution that balanced the homeowners’ love of color with the need for resilient, low-maintenance plantings suited to foothills weather, challenging soil, open-space exposure and frequent wildlife—all within budget. The side and backyard garden beds were cleaned out and simplified by removing difficult or unwanted plants. Refreshed rock and new irrigation created a stronger foundation for colorful, drought-tolerant and deer-resistant perennials and seasonal shrubs. In the front yard, struggling sod was reduced and replaced with new hardscape, plantings and large landscape boulders that add structure and natural Colorado character. The project also restored existing hardscape by resetting loose pavers along the front walkway and patio and installing new polymeric sand. Expanded outdoor landscape lighting complements the home’s existing lighting, improving visibility while highlighting the renewed planting areas and hardscape after sunset. Important irrigation repairs and upgrades were completed throughout the property, including locating leaks, replacing sprinkler valves and updating the control box, backflow and system components. Irrigation was then adjusted and extended to serve the new landscape areas. The finished design gives this Ken Caryl North Ranch home a colorful, water-conscious landscape that is attractive, functional and better prepared for Colorado’s demanding foothills environment.

Living room - transitional living room idea in New York

Open concept kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a timeless hallway remodel in San Francisco

Close-up of water spilling into copper channel
This is an example of a traditional waterfall in Minneapolis.

Michael Wallmann
Transitional kitchen photo in Boston

Carrara marble and soft blues were used to cultivate a traditional and timeless sanctuary for these clients who plan to retire and live in this home for many years to come. We removed the drop-in jetted tub to opt for a large walk-in shower. This swap allowed us to dedicate the previous shower location to a coat closet in the entry and an expansive bathroom vanity with excellent storage.

Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Los Angeles

Example of a minimalist home design design in Los Angeles

A boulder transformed into a bubbling water feature.
Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in San Luis Obispo.

Subdued focus over range allowing 'the princess' to take center stage. With the exception of one week, this was a virtual project with the designer, Jacquie Evans of Redesigning Places n' Spaces, in Arizona and the client and general contractor in Carmel, IN.

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