Design ideas for a mid-sized farmhouse rock and full sun front yard mulch landscaping in Salt Lake City.

We transformed a muddy area with a swale, river jacks and large stepping stones
Photo of a mid-sized rustic rock and shade side yard stone landscaping in DC Metro.

Boulder retaining walls hold the hillside in place while creating something worth lingering in. Each level has its own purpose — space for dining, for gathering, for play. A lawn terrace sits at the heart of the garden, bordered by flowering perennials and deep burgundy foliage that bring color and life through the seasons. Low-voltage path lighting is woven into the stonework, carrying the warmth of the garden well into the evening.

Our friends at Premier Ponds introduced us to the homeowner after they installed the water feature. The homeowner worked with designer Jane Luce with ‘The Art of Landscape’ to draw up the perfect plan. We installed steppingstones, boulders, decorative gravel, along with many specimen trees and shrubs provided by Susanna Farms. This Asian style garden is sure to transport our clients into the realm of ultimate relaxation.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun and rock hillside stone formal garden in New York for summer.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern drought-tolerant, rock and full sun backyard river rock and metal fence landscaping in Los Angeles for summer.

Gorgeous modern landscape with clean lines and exquisite detail.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern drought-tolerant, rock and full sun front yard river rock and wood fence landscaping in Dallas.

David Winger
Design ideas for a large modern full sun and rock front yard concrete paver formal garden in Denver for summer.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern rock and full sun front yard concrete paver landscaping in Seattle.

Lakeside outdoor living at its finest
This is an example of a large coastal full sun and rock side yard stone landscaping in Boston.

Completed boulder wall and dry creek make-over.
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian drought-tolerant and rock front yard river rock landscaping in San Francisco.

minimalist landscape details at exterior concrete patio and stair
Inspiration for a small mid-century modern drought-tolerant, rock and full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Orange County.

Take a tour of the lake house landscape lighting design at this gorgeous property in Valley, Nebraska. It increases nighttime security, enhances the architectural features, and creates the perfect ambiance for long, leisurely evenings spent enjoying the lake. Learn more about the lighting design: www.mckaylighting.com/blog/lake-house-landscape-lighting-design Go to the photo gallery: www.mckaylighting.com/modern-farmhouse

Inspiration for a large eclectic drought-tolerant, full sun and rock backyard stone landscaping in Denver.

This picture is another example of Xeriscape landscaping and gardening. This photo shows how we used two different types of river rock to add interest and contrast. Curving designs are always a good choice in landscaping. They mimic nature and gently lead the eye along the entire landscape. The brick edging we installed also helps with this visual aspect. The large rocks serve two purposes. Firstly, they create a dramatic impact. Secondly, they give the landscape a three-dimensional quality. This helps to prevent the landscape from appearing ‘flat.’ The plants of varying heights and widths also help to achieve this.

Photo of a contemporary rock hillside river rock landscaping in San Luis Obispo.

This elegant backyard transformation blends modern clean lines with natural textures, creating a serene and stylish outdoor living space. The custom-built grill station features a stone veneer base, granite countertop, and horizontal cedar privacy screen, all set beneath a bold wood pergola that adds architectural interest and shade. The adjacent landscape features organic curves, boulder accents, and a dry creek bed of mixed river rocks, which bring a touch of nature into the structured space. Thoughtful planting, layered mulch, and soft outdoor lighting enhance the cozy, curated look—making this backyard ideal for relaxing evenings or weekend entertaining.

Design ideas for a mid-sized rock and full sun backyard landscaping in Grand Rapids for summer.

This is a turf-removal project in San Diego that will save the homeowner hundreds of dollars in water savings per year. By Tony Vitale
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional full sun and rock front yard mulch and wood fence driveway in San Diego for summer.