Our latest project began with a dark and muddy side yard, not getting much use, plagued by standing water whenever it rained. It was heavily wooded, wet, and shaded most of the time, not making for much usable space or aesthetic appeal. Our designers Zack and Nate accepted the challenge, first focusing on keeping rainwater away from the foundation of the house. Water pours from three roofs and almost an entire driveway so proper grading was a priority. The driveway water would really wash out the garden beds and with no sun for plants to hold their ground it was quite a muddy mess most of the year. Digging and grading out along the property line for a dry river bed to catch all this water was almost necessary to protect the properties integrity. The #1 principle in this project; water goes down hill. In Nature after a rain there are certain “natural dry river beds” that each rain helps define and create. We try to mimmic those natural elements as best as humanly possible. The natural stone path helps blend the natural garden beds and the stunning architecture of the home.