Posts Tagged ‘Lawn Alternatives’
High Desert Harmony
In this distinctive design, the harshness of Oregon’s high desert desolation and scarcity are contrasted with lush floral display. This multi-faceted design is characterized by sustainable functionality with a contemporary aesthetic. Soft organic textures of native and hardy indigenous plants offset durable stone flatwork and garden walls. As the plant material matures, the garden ripens;…
Read MoreNature’s Edge Entry Courtyard
Once just a boring lawn and entry step, this new design now offers a lovely, lush greeting space to welcome our client’s guests with vibrant charm and thoughtful design. We adopted the byzantium/ fuschia shades of our client’s lovely house trim, and repeated these tones in the sequential and seasonal color palette of the plant…
Read MoreA Windy Mountain Terrace Garden
Overlooking the rolling hills of the Willamette Valley and views of the distant mountains, a vibrant array of colors, textures and seasonality offers this unique landscape new beginnings. With the use of drought and deer resistant plant selections, this landscape is hardy, vibrant and brimming with life. Upon entry an enclosed gardening space with raised…
Read MoreA Country Courtyard Garden
Nestled in the countryside with views of the mountains, forest, and verdant fields, this property is perfect for a design that invites the clients to enjoy their surroundings by providing ample gathering space and a backdrop of vibrant blooming perennials. Showcasing the clients artwork, custom carpentry frames were developed to showcase their stunning artwork 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 MoreTerrific Territorial Tapestries
A garden paradise of interwoven blooms and textures, expansive braided flower beds showcase a dynamic array of perennials, from vibrant wildflowers to elegant ornamental grasses, forming a rich, living tapestry that changes with the seasons. Meandering pathways invite exploration, offering new vignettes at every turn, while thoughtfully placed seating areas provide spaces to pause and…
Read MoreA Special Spirit Garden
“Gazing out upon the vista of an opening year, The sight is as misty as the early dawn: never clear, We know not what our trials will be; A few simple outlines are all we can see ” -EB An adoring husband is appreciating more about his late wife’s love for the art of gardening,…
Read MoreA Coastal Cottage
Casual elegance invites the visitor into a beautiful, cottage-style coastal garden. The Master Plan was developed with the ocean view front and center; multiple areas for socialization provide a stunning facility for enjoyment within the space. Note the varied stone textures on the ground, unique plantings, and a style which is in accordance with the…
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