Mexican Bush Sage and Citrus line the side yard where the afternoon sun creates a warm environment they thrive in. The decomposed granite pathway joins with the back yard.

Because the pesky Equisetum thrives on water, we removed all irrigation from this part of the garden. We then lined the garden with Bamboo barrier in order to keep the roots that were already invading the lawn from returning into the planting area.photo by Caitlin Atkinson

Because the pesky Equisetum thrives on water, we removed all irrigation from this part of the garden. We then lined the garden with Bamboo barrier in order to keep the roots that were already invading the lawn from returning into the planting area. photo by Caitlin Atkinson

This urban nature garden in Athens, GA is being created with the greatest care and effort to make it attractive to insects, birds and humans. The rain gardens, lined with river rock, capture and conserve rainwater that would otherwise drain off the property and be lost, while native plants benefit wildlife and thrive in the challenging Georgia climate. Zoomworks

Hedges of Catalina Cherry, a shrub that thrives in Pasadena's hot, dry summers lines the left side of this patio. Its (edible!) cherries draw birds in autumn, while its blooms do the same in spring. It makes a great exchange for an all too ubiquitous ficus hedge.

Because the pesky Equisetum thrives on water, we removed all irrigation from this part of the garden. We then lined the garden with Bamboo barrier in order to keep the roots that were already invading the lawn from returning into the planting area. photo by Caitlin Atkinson

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Great room - contemporary medium tone wood floor great room idea in San Francisco

This urban nature garden in Athens, GA is being created with the greatest care and effort to make it attractive to insects, birds and humans. The rain gardens, lined with river rock, capture and conserve rainwater that would otherwise drain off the property and be lost, while native plants benefit wildlife and thrive in the challenging Georgia climate.

Central lines emanating from the home to define the geometric layout of the pool scape. When night falls, the pool and landscaping glistens Through the use of landscaping elements including thriving palms to turf-grid surfaces the pool is surrounded with verdant foliage and dimensional elements. Photography by Ryan Hughes Design.

Central lines emanating from the home to define the geometric layout of the pool scape. When night falls, the pool and landscaping glistens Through the use of landscaping elements including thriving palms to turf-grid surfaces the pool is surrounded with verdant foliage and dimensional elements. Photography by Ryan Hughes Design.

This urban nature garden in Athens, GA is being created with the greatest care and effort to make it attractive to insects, birds and humans. The rain gardens, lined with river rock, capture and conserve rainwater that would otherwise drain off the property and be lost, while native plants benefit wildlife and thrive in the challenging Georgia climate. Zoomworks photography

This urban nature garden in Athens, GA is being created with the greatest care and effort to make it attractive to insects, birds and humans. The rain gardens, lined with river rock, capture and conserve rainwater that would otherwise drain off the property and be lost, while native plants benefit wildlife and thrive in the challenging Georgia climate. Zoomworks photography

Photo by Jillian Northrup. For more info see http://www.becausewecan.org/Resin_Inlay_Swiveling_desk

While the Southern California drought is keeping homeowners water usage to a minimum, there are an abundance of plants that thrive on minimal water. A combination of drip irrigation systems and drought tolerant plants can keep your exterior spaces green and beautiful as well as water efficient. This image features our design a few months down the road. With the addition of a few spring flowers, this front yard is officially ready for the Spring and Summer season.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Style meets substance in this circa 1875 townhouse. Completely renovated & restored in a contemporary, yet warm & welcoming style, 295 Pavonia Avenue is the ultimate home for the 21st century urban family. Set on a 25’ wide lot, this Hamilton Park home offers an ideal open floor plan, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a private outdoor oasis. With 3,600 sq. ft. of living space, the owner’s triplex showcases a unique formal dining rotunda, living room with exposed brick and built in entertainment center, powder room and office nook. The upper bedroom floors feature a master suite separate sitting area, large walk-in closet with custom built-ins, a dream bath with an over-sized soaking tub, double vanity, separate shower and water closet. The top floor is its own private retreat complete with bedroom, full bath & large sitting room. Tailor-made for the cooking enthusiast, the chef’s kitchen features a top notch appliance package with 48” Viking refrigerator, Kuppersbusch induction cooktop, built-in double wall oven and Bosch dishwasher, Dacor espresso maker, Viking wine refrigerator, Italian Zebra marble counters and walk-in pantry. A breakfast nook leads out to the large deck and yard for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. Other building features include; a handsome façade with distinctive mansard roof, hardwood floors, Lutron lighting, home automation/sound system, 2 zone CAC, 3 zone radiant heat & tremendous storage, A garden level office and large one bedroom apartment with private entrances, round out this spectacular home.

In Andover, Massachusetts overlooking the Fish Brook Wetlands sits a custom-built contemporary home that connects the interior, landscaping and natural environment in the most intriguing ways. The Woodbury Gray granite pavers with beach pebble joints creates this walkway to the pool terrace. The fountain grass lining the walkway and side yard is an ideal plant for this minimalist landscape, as it is generally drought-tolerant and thrives with minimal upkeep. Project by Andover Landscape

This urban nature garden in Athens, GA is being created with the greatest care and effort to make it attractive to insects, birds and humans. The rain gardens, lined with river rock, capture and conserve rainwater that would otherwise drain off the property and be lost, while native plants benefit wildlife and thrive in the challenging Georgia climate. Zoomworks photography

Ombre is a blending of colors to create a fading effect. When talking interior paints, it’s basically blending 2 or more colors on a wall. The ombre look starts with the lightest color at the top, which blends into the medium value color, which blends into the darkest hue at the bottom of the wall. It’s like horizontal stripes, but without the hard lines. Ombre is best applied on a single accent wall. Colors that have less contrast blend more easily and create the best results.

This urban nature garden in Athens, GA is being created with the greatest care and effort to make it attractive to insects, birds and humans. The rain gardens, lined with river rock, capture and conserve rainwater that would otherwise drain off the property and be lost, while native plants benefit wildlife and thrive in the challenging Georgia climate. Zoomworks photography