Modern/Contemporary
Rock & Rhythm
A sleek new front entryway invites guests in, offering a small dining space to enjoy the sweeping dry creek that runs throughout. Concrete slabs create a bold, linear pathway, guiding the eye and providing structure against the organic flow of the stream bed. A tranquil area for relaxation and connection, this minimalist yet striking design…
Read MoreA Waterwise Terraced Garden
Showcasing a selection of drought resistant plants this lovely garden aims to reduce water flow issues on site through the incorporation of a dry creek path that flows throughout the property. Taking inspiration from the neoclassical garden movement and contemporary aesthetics, a fire garden is featured with a surrounding bosquet of pyramidal trees. Highlighted in…
Read MoreFido’s Flowering Hillside Garden
Nestled atop the hill a lovely patio is positioned to enjoy the surrounding scenery atop cascading junipers which create a lush, evergreen foundation, weaving rich textures that anchor the landscape with grace and resilience. The home’s mountain-view decking overlooks our unique design, a double-duty, durable dog-play and rain garden space with a contemporary vibe! Who…
Read MoreA Moonlit Escape
Sleek pathways weave through artfully curated sculptures, blending seamlessly with lush, minimalist landscaping. Modern patio spaces provide tranquil retreats, perfect for gatherings or quiet contemplation under the stars. The spaces are both functional and artistic, combining clean lines with a sense of openness and serenity. A Moonlit Escape embodies the essence of enjoying nature in…
Read MoreA Riverside Meadow Garden
In the wake of a devastating fire that swept through the area, this property situated along a tributary of the Willamette River aims to restore an altered landscape through the use of native planting. Set within the forest, this residence balances native plantings, ornamental grasses, and a perennials that compliment the surrounding architecture and natural…
Read MoreSongbird Habitat Enhancement Project
This songbird and pollinator friendly garden space was commissioned for a small property in a sustainable community. Styled for the Owner’s upbeat and friendly personality, we designed the space with pockets of fun, carefree and accessible! Packed with durable deer and drought-resistant plantings. Stormwater drainage facility, updated to attractive rain gardens. Stylish architectural slab pavers…
Read MoreRanch Style Climate-Ready Updates
Our climate-ready design philosophies were just what the updated aesthetic called for in this front yard remodel design. Our smart client was looking for a new spatial composition, less work, less impact on the environment. Retaining the still-healthy extant Dogwood tree, and the site’s natural privacy buffers, we carefully constructed the new look, minimizing impact…
Read MoreStairway to Heaven – A Terraced Garden Paradise
An oppressive, imposingly steep hillside was dangerous to traverse and had no uses for the Owner when we were commissioned for perform our signature ‘angelic miracles’ in spatial composition. With over 40′ incline in the grade, from 50-85% slope over much of the property, we weren’t installing a swimming pool here! First, taking advantage of…
Read MoreA Terraced Garden Paradise
A classic “house on a hill”, this incredible craftsman-style home enchants with an English cottage garden aesthetic; this site posed a significant challenge with the slope grade, but the end result is a terraced wonder, with many discrete spaces throughout the lovely estate. Water features provide a peaceful atmosphere and sound buffer, and the “she…
Read MoreDrought Resistant Simplicity
This project highlights the way in which mixed materials such as juniper timbers and flagstone can really freshen up a front approach. This client was looking for a low-maintenance front yard which would be more tolerant of the increasingly dry Oregon summers; the hardscape and mixed native grasses work together to create just that, while…
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