French Inspired Pool and Landscape. Designed and Photographed by Marco Romani, RLA - Landscape Architect. Arrow
Example of a classic backyard stone and rectangular pool fountain design in Chicago

Shade perennial border in spring using spring-blooming plants that will give way to maturing summer species. Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba', Camassia, Columbine. Design, execution, photo - Susan Irving

In a narrow sideyard, a flagstone path leads to the backyard. Ornamental grasses screen views of the A/C units. Mike Crews Photography
Photo of a traditional shade side yard stone landscaping in Chicago for summer.

Inspiration for a small transitional backyard formal garden in Sacramento.

Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional backyard stone patio fountain remodel in Chicago with no cover

This is an example of a mid-sized asian full sun backyard stone garden path in Boston.

Succulent wall
Photo of a small contemporary backyard landscaping in Orange County.

New shade tolerant, deer proof plantings were added along both sides of an existing driveway to create more seasonal interest, spring flowers, summer color and winter interest with a few evergreen shrubs. Project was completed in phases and seamlessly blends with existing plantings and woodlands beyond.

Photo of a traditional shade backyard brick formal garden in Boston.

Example of a classic dark wood floor living room design in Orange County with gray walls

New shade tolerant, deer proof plantings were added along both sides of an existing driveway to create more seasonal interest, spring flowers, summer color and winter interest with a few evergreen shrubs. Project was completed in phases and seamlessly blends with existing plantings and woodlands beyond.

New shade tolerant, deer proof plantings were added along both sides of an existing driveway to create more seasonal interest, spring flowers, summer color and winter interest with a few evergreen shrubs. Project was completed in phases and seamlessly blends with existing plantings and woodlands beyond.

Closeup of astilbe and ferns we added for a more informal look. Stones were onsite and we placed them where they would add color and soften line with fence.

Inspiration for a coastal formal dark wood floor living room remodel in Boston with green walls

Our clients wanted a unique space that would radiate calmness and relaxation, accentuate a large art sculpture and include a large koi pond and deck. Four 100+ year old Oak trees and a large Mulberry tree on the property made it impossible to grow grass. We created a shady retreat with a palette of shade-tolerant plants offering multiple seasons of interest. A functional paver walk leads to the garage, and a gravel path meanders through plantings. The large koi pond with waterfall wall is sited near the deck for enjoyment.

New shade tolerant, deer proof plantings were added along both sides of an existing driveway to create more seasonal interest, spring flowers, summer color and winter interest with a few evergreen shrubs. Project was completed in phases and seamlessly blends with existing plantings and woodlands beyond.

A triptych of stone spheres sets on the corner of the deck. Photo by Jay Sifford.
This is an example of an asian shade landscaping in Charlotte.

This tired, unused San Francisco backyard was transformed into a modern, low-maintenance landscape with site-appropriate plantings enhanced by raised planting beds and a lead-free artificial lawn to replace the existing water-thirsty lawn. I created two separate "rooms" to break up the long narrow yard, and specified full range blue stone for the two small patio areas, connected by a curved pattern of rectangular pavers of the same natural stone. The raised concrete rectangular planting beds were incorporated to bring more movement and interest to the landscape along with gravel bed accents alongside. Some of the existing concrete remained, and was stained with a color to compliment the natural stone. These photos were taken over a three year period. Photos: © Landscape Designer, Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional shade courtyard concrete paver garden path in Nashville.