Mountain style home design photo in Portland

Fire pit terrace
Large elegant backyard gravel patio photo in Seattle with a fire pit and no cover

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This is an example of a coastal concrete landscaping in Providence.

Paul Hartman
Photo of a contemporary rock hillside landscaping in Denver.

photo by Linda McManus http://www.lindamcmanusimages.com
This is an example of a large cottage tile screened-in back porch design in Philadelphia with a roof extension.

A closer look at this stone stair constructed with Tennessee Crab Orchard Flagstone slabs. Thick slabs were snap cut and carefully arranged to create this attractive walk to the water.

Mixed size of cast in place concrete paving and stair risers combined with pervious paving and planting at entry.
Photo of a large modern partial sun front yard concrete paver formal garden in San Francisco for spring.

This propery is situated on the south side of Centre Island at the edge of an oak and ash woodlands. orignally, it was three properties having one house and various out buildings. topographically, it more or less continually sloped to the water. Our task was to creat a series of terraces that were to house various functions such as the main house and forecourt, cottage, boat house and utility barns. The immediate landscape around the main house was largely masonry terraces and flower gardens. The outer landscape was comprised of heavily planted trails and intimate open spaces for the client to preamble through. As the site was largely an oak and ash woods infested with Norway maple and japanese honey suckle we essentially started with tall trees and open ground. Our planting intent was to introduce a variety of understory tree and a heavy shrub and herbaceous layer with an emphisis on planting native material. As a result the feel of the property is one of graciousness with a challenge to explore.

Mark Singer Photography
This is an example of a huge mediterranean hillside stone formal garden in Los Angeles.

The client had planned on a patio but had no way to get to it! A steep slope was converted to an impressive stairway to access the walkway and patio we installed. We also handpicked and installed boulders to retain the earth on the hill, provide planting areas, and add visual interest.

Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional partial sun front yard concrete paver garden path in San Francisco.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional full sun backyard formal garden in Los Angeles for spring.

photography by Joe Dodd
Inspiration for a large contemporary hillside concrete paver formal garden in San Francisco.

PA Landscape Group INC Project Entry: Mountainside Living 2014 PLNA Awards for Landscape Excellence Winner Category: Hardscaping-Residential $120,000&over Award Level: Silver Photo Description: This residence sits on a mountain side, sloping wooded property. Water was an issue flowing down the mountain, so many rocked swales divert the flow. The area which we are presenting is the rear of the house that will be used to entertain family and friends, a place to unwind in the evenings and weekends. We designed the outdoor areas to meet the needs and desires of the owners. When one walks through the breezeway not only to see an expansive valley view, but a relaxing fireplace and living area below where relaxing begins. Walk down the stairway of natural cut stone, you wonder through a landscaped garden onto the living area patio. Looking to your left is the pool with ample hardscape pool deck; large enough for a party or just the intimacy of two. Separating, yet joining the two areas is the grilling island, bar and outdoor wood burning oven. On the other side of the living area we go down a few steps to the raised planters and conservatory/greenhouse where plant are enjoyed from seedling to flower, or one can read a good book. Each area has it’s own personality for conversation or contemplation. The area is surrounded with plantings to provide color or to silhouette on the gray winter sky.

This is an example of a mid-sized rustic partial sun mulch formal garden in Boston for summer.

Entry way to the 2 acre hillside home.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun backyard stone garden path in Los Angeles for spring.

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

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Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard stone formal garden in New York.

A huge level change within this backyard required extensive armor stone wall to allow for the pool, patio and lush garden on a slope. Natural stone steps allow access to the low maintenance and drought tolerant garden and forested area beyond. Perennials prevail in this garden that boasts both colourful foliage and bountiful blooms making this space one of four season interest. Landscape Design and Photography by Melanie Rekola