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Example of a classic exterior home design in Santa Barbara

NEWLY PLANTED, SEE PHOTOS TAKEN AFTER 2 YEARS. This San Rafael front landscape has been dramatically updated with a welcoming concrete pathway entrance, and complimented by a variety of architectural plants, hardy succulents, textural grasses and a majestic, fruitless olive tree. The dramatic transformation is enhanced by a raised corten steel planter at the pathway entrance with gravel and succulents. Two horizontal ipe wood structures provide contemporary accents. New raised concrete planters alongside the new concrete driveway define the property and showcase more colorful succulents. A beautiful gray house paint color and ipe accents complete the remodel. Drawings, Design and Photos © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Inspiration for a coastal porch remodel in Los Angeles

We took Texas native (adapted) plants and added a splash of elegance to give this front entry the luxury feel it deserves. We had to pick plants that would survive the brutal Texas heat as well as the hungriest whitetail deer in Texas.The deer were relentless and we had to use natural deterrents (plants that deer are supposed to hate) along with man made products (like deer netting).

Design ideas for a mid-sized southwestern full sun side yard stone water fountain landscape in Santa Barbara for summer.

Additionally, this site is full sun and infested with rabbits. We chose plants that are known to survive both challenges. Though rabbits will eat anything some of the plants that we have had good luck with include Sunpatiens, Titan Vinca, Marigolds and Annual Salvia.

Outdoor landscape and furniture design by Ryan Benoit.
Example of a minimalist patio design in San Diego

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Photo of a small traditional full sun backyard stone formal garden in New York for summer.

We took Texas native (adapted) plants and added a splash of elegance to give this front entry the luxury feel it deserves. We had to pick plants that would survive the brutal Texas heat as well as the hungriest whitetail deer in Texas.The deer were relentless and we had to use natural deterrents (plants that deer are supposed to hate) along with man made products (like deer netting).

Photo: Lucy Call © 2016 Houzz
Inspiration for a contemporary concrete floor bathroom remodel in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white walls and a vessel sink

'Dragon's Blood' sedum is nested among the slab buff sandstone steps. Small openings and cracks in boulders or along hardscape joints, provides 'micro-climates' for plants to thrive. The warmth trapped in the dense sandstone provides an advantage to a plant trying to survive Colorado's capricious weather throughout the year.

Photo: Kayla Stark © 2016 Houzz
Living room - eclectic living room idea in New Orleans

EAS Designed custom 6-sash pocketed lift-slide doors reinforced for hurricane construction. Sashes made of durable Sapeli Mahogany and reinforced with stainless steel reinforcing bars epoxied inside the wood profiles. Saflex impact resistant glass. The doors have survived three Cat3 hurricanes since their installation in 2007.

This photo is of a landscape in the Phoenix area planted with pink fairy duster and purple trailing lantana.
Inspiration for a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Photo of a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Authentic Models Library Ladder in Ivory Like a real Library Ladder this one folds on brass hinges and is easily installed. Flush inlaid brass hardware includes hefty bronzed drawer handles. This bookcase will survive for centuries.

Hear what our clients, Karen & Robert, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab.
Inspiration for a transitional full sun backyard stone landscaping in Chicago for fall.

Located in Taneatua, south of Whakatane, the Tuhoe building has been designed by Jasmax and built by Arrow International for the local iwi, Tuhoe, as part of a Living Building Challenge. Their iconic new headquarters is now one of New Zealand’s most advanced sustainable buildings – built to have virtually no environmental impact.

To gain more usable space in this narrow landscape and update the hardscaping and overgrown garden, my design reconfigured the pathway with poured-in-place concrete pavers accented by Mexican pebbles and a stunning variety of succulents and other site-appropriate plantings that thrive in shade and part sun. We removed the tree to create a patio area large enough to fit a table and chairs for a small group. Non-invasive/clumping Bamboo was added to help screen the patio and provide privacy. Other shade to part-shade plants were included that provide a variety of textures and colors throughout the seasons. Low-voltage lighting was installed for safety and ambiance. Design and Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design