The concrete bench actually functions as a retaining wall. There was roughly 12" of grade change that needed to be addressed to create this functional outdoor entertaining space. Materials: Architectural slabs, Cast-in-place concrete, IPE wood decking

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Cedar Cove Modern benefits from its integration into the landscape. The house is set back from Lake Webster to preserve an existing stand of broadleaf trees that filter the low western sun that sets over the lake. Its split-level design follows the gentle grade of the surrounding slope. The L-shape of the house forms a protected garden entryway in the area of the house facing away from the lake while a two-story stone wall marks the entry and continues through the width of the house, leading the eye to a rear terrace. This terrace has a spectacular view aided by the structure’s smart positioning in relationship to Lake Webster. The interior spaces are also organized to prioritize views of the lake. The living room looks out over the stone terrace at the rear of the house. The bisecting stone wall forms the fireplace in the living room and visually separates the two-story bedroom wing from the active spaces of the house. The screen porch, a staple of our modern house designs, flanks the terrace. Viewed from the lake, the house accentuates the contours of the land, while the clerestory window above the living room emits a soft glow through the canopy of preserved trees.

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In 2014, visitors on the Santa Monica Conservancy Tour were wowed by the back garden's overflowing vegetable beds. The play-ready IdealMow lawn featured here needs less than 50 percent of the water a traditional lawn needs to thrive. Because it needs no fertilizers or pesticides, it is a smart companion to the edible gardens at its edge - and a great addition to any bee-utiful garden in need of play space. Photo: Orly Olivier

Smart contemporary courtyard. K Rend walls and raised planters, Built-in Iroko hardwood seating. Infra-red outdoor heater. Evergreen planting including evergreen olive trees, box balls and ornamental grasses. Slatted timber screening for privacy

A bubbling boulder water feature murmurs soothing sounds. Linear pavers lead the garden stroller from place to place alongside a rain garden filled with swaying grasses that spans the side yard and culminates at a gracefully arching pomegranate tree, The transformation was completed with a bold and biodiverse selection of low water, climate appropriate plants that make the space come alive. branches laden with impossibly red blossoms and fruit. The elements of a sustainable habitat garden have been designed into the ¬lush landscape. One hundred percent of rainwater runoff is diverted into the two large rain gardens which infiltrate stormwater runoff into the soil. After building up the soil with tons of organic amendments, we added permeable hardscape elements, a water feature, native and climate appropriate plants - including an exceedingly low-water Kurapia lawn - and drip irrigation with a smart timer. With these practices we’ve created a sumptuous wildlife habitat that has become a haven for migratory birds & butterflies.

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'Farmer's Long Purple' eggplant growing in a 7-gallon Smart Pot. Eggplants in containers often perform as well or better than eggplants planted in the ground. Photo by Steve Masley.

Coastal landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, tropical plumerias, a soothing water feature, raised garden beds, and smart irrigation. Designed for outdoor living and curb appeal in Del Mar. Sustainable, low-maintenance, and beautifully integrated with the coastal home.

Coastal landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, tropical plumerias, a soothing water feature, raised garden beds, and smart irrigation. Designed for outdoor living and curb appeal in Del Mar. Sustainable, low-maintenance, and beautifully integrated with the coastal home.

Coastal landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, tropical plumerias, a soothing water feature, raised garden beds, and smart irrigation. Designed for outdoor living and curb appeal in Del Mar. Sustainable, low-maintenance, and beautifully integrated with the coastal home.

Coastal landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, tropical plumerias, a soothing water feature, raised garden beds, and smart irrigation. Designed for outdoor living and curb appeal in Del Mar. Sustainable, low-maintenance, and beautifully integrated with the coastal home.

Coastal landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, tropical plumerias, a soothing water feature, raised garden beds, and smart irrigation. Designed for outdoor living and curb appeal in Del Mar. Sustainable, low-maintenance, and beautifully integrated with the coastal home.

Coastal landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, tropical plumerias, a soothing water feature, raised garden beds, and smart irrigation. Designed for outdoor living and curb appeal in Del Mar. Sustainable, low-maintenance, and beautifully integrated with the coastal home.

Coastal landscaping with drought-tolerant plants, tropical plumerias, a soothing water feature, raised garden beds, and smart irrigation. Designed for outdoor living and curb appeal in Del Mar. Sustainable, low-maintenance, and beautifully integrated with the coastal home.