Disconnected downspouts have been rerouted into these dry stream beds which flow into one another. In the Pacific Northwest where it isn't uncommon to have a rain event of 1+ inches, these Summer month beds turn into Spring and Fall water features. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

This backyard space used to effectively be half this size. In an earlier stage of the properties ownership... a large garden space was fenced in and lay fallow. Now, this large lawn is well used by a Boxer puppy and its owner. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

Silent A Photography The backyard features a stream that flows through the landscaping. The backyard is enjoyed at both levels of the house. There are gabled dormers with balconies that take advantage of the beautiful view on the second floor. On the first floor, the use of bi-fold doors from the dining/living spaces open onto the backyard creating a seamless flow from indoor to outdoor living.

Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Boston.

Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Boston.

Contemporary white exterior with poured concrete and turf driveway, gorgeous landscape and Modern Forms exterior lighting. Simon Dale Photography
Huge island style two-story and attached concrete and three-car white garage photo in Miami with a hip roof

A drainage ditch was enhanced into a stream. Limestone ledge stone was used to border the stream.
Photo of a rustic landscaping in Chicago.

Well-placed boulders help to shape the stream from the back of the property. Looks like it has always been there.
This is an example of a rustic landscaping in Minneapolis.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional drought-tolerant and full sun front yard mulch landscaping in Los Angeles.

Photography: Augie Salbosa
Example of an asian medium tone wood floor bedroom design in Hawaii with orange walls

We needed a bridge to cross the dry creek bed, so I designed a version of a Japanese yatsuhashi, or zig zag, bridge. It is clad in concrete backer board. I wanted to simulate a granite mountain plateau with a boulder peak. The client purchased the concrete lantern which perfectly complements the entrance to this woodland garden. Photo by Jay Sifford

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Photo of a traditional raised garden bed in Charlotte.

This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Boston.

Inspiration for a tropical landscaping in Los Angeles.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary shade front yard water fountain landscape in Chicago.

Blue flowers of Ajuga repens 'Catlin's Giant' add color in spring Le jardinet
Photo of a traditional landscaping in Seattle.

This backyard space used to effectively be half this size. In an earlier stage of the properties ownership... a large garden space was fenced in and lay fallow. Now, this large lawn is well used by a Boxer puppy and its owner. An architectural slab paver walkway connects the patio space and the hobby shed. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

Waterfall and garden ponds in this backyard features a stone bridge and large koi pond. Backyard Waterfall, water garden, garden design by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.