Inspiration for a mid-sized partial sun hillside stone landscaping in DC Metro.

The narrowly pyramidal Nigra Arborvitae was selected to create the evergreen backdrop for the patio and pond. This selection will stay narrow and grow tall enough to screen out the view of the new addition being built on the neighboring property. Photography by Katherine Palmer.

Deck view of the bluestone patio and stairs leading you into the lawn.
This is an example of a contemporary shade side yard stone garden path in DC Metro for winter.

Design ideas for a contemporary shade side yard stone garden path in DC Metro for winter.

Brick inlay detail - brings loads of interest and texture into the space. This detail in the garden patio allows you to enjoy the wonderful play on the beautiful rich colors of the hardscape materials.

A colorful mid summer scene featuring Goldsturm Rudbeckia, Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangea, Jeanna Summer Phlox, Dazzleberry Sedum and Oakleaf Hydrangea Photograph by Katherine Palmer

Design ideas for a mid-sized partial sun hillside stone landscaping in DC Metro.

Entrance walk - Dry set Pennsylvania Bluestone. Photography by Katherine Palmer
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun front yard stone landscaping in DC Metro.

Irregular Pennsylvania Bluestone patio curves around the new pond and waterfall features. Photography by Katherine Palmer
Inspiration for a small craftsman partial sun backyard stone water fountain landscape in DC Metro for fall.

Palms flank the gravel driveway leading to this Coastal Cottage.
Design ideas for a coastal full sun backyard gravel driveway in Jacksonville for summer.

A drystack boulder and stone retaining wall with bluestone steps running through it helps create a level space for a small patio.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional shade hillside stone retaining wall landscape in DC Metro for summer.

Hydrangea x 'Preziosa', Pink Beauty Hydrangea
Design ideas for a contemporary shade side yard stone garden path in DC Metro for winter.

Photo of a contemporary partial sun backyard stone garden path in DC Metro for spring.

A close-up of Beach Sunflower at the base of a Cabbage Palm.
Design ideas for a coastal full sun backyard gravel driveway in Jacksonville for summer.

Cabbage Palms frame the walkway to the garage and Outdoor Shower.
Photo of a coastal full sun backyard gravel driveway in Jacksonville for summer.

Photograph by Katherine Palmer
Inspiration for a contemporary full sun backyard landscaping in DC Metro for summer.

This shaded woodland garden called out for a path to lead down to the creek at the bottom of the property in Athens, GA. The stonework has an aged look, in keeping with the historic neighbourhood, while the curved layout and the mixture of brick and stone softens the overall look. A channel installed under the path ensures correct drainage of rainwater. ZoomWorks

Native Beautyberry and Beach Sunflower make a striking composition.
Inspiration for a coastal full sun backyard gravel driveway in Jacksonville for summer.

Design ideas for a mid-sized partial sun hillside stone retaining wall landscape in DC Metro.