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Miriam's River House Designs, LLCPhoto shows Japanese Tea House west side. The gravel path contains a Japanese dry river bed and an Inukshuk sculpture, metaphysically designed. The surrounding garden is the inner Roji garden and contains a Roji stepping stone path designed with a metaphysical pattern. pattern.
Photo credits:Dan Drobnick
Sweet Smiling LandscapesWhen I came to this property not only was the landscape a scrappy mess the property also had some very real grading and drainage issues that were jeopardizing the safety of this house. As recent transplants from New Jerseys to Southern California these clients were in awe of all the plants they were seeing in their neighborhood. Living on the water at the Ventura harbor they wanted to be able to take full advantage or the outdoor lifestyle and cool ocean breeze. Being environmentally conscious citizens, these clients were very concerned that their garden was designed with sustainability as a leading factor. As they said in our initial consultation, “Would want or garden be part of the solution not part of the problem.”
This property is the last house on the bottom of a gently sloping street. All the water from the neighbor’s houses drain onto this property. When I came into this project the back yard sloped into the house. When it would rain the water would pool up against the house causing water damage. To address the drainage we employed several tactics. Firstly, we had to invert the slope in the back yard so that water would not pool against the house. We created a very minor slope going away from the house so that water drains away but so the patio area feels flat.
The back of the back yard had an existing retaining wall made out of shabby looking slump stone. In front of that retaining wall we created a beautiful natural stone retaining wall. This retain wall severs many purposes. One it works as a place to put some of the soil removed from the grading giving this project a smaller carbon foot print (moving soil of a site burns a lot of fossil fuel). The retaining wall also helps obscure the shabby existing retaining wall and allows for planting space above the footing from the existing retaining wall. The soil behind the ne retaining wall is slightly lower than the top of the wall so that when the run on water on from the neighbor’s property flows it is slowed down and absorbed before it has a chance to get near the house. Finally, the wall is at a height designed to serve as overflow seating as these clients intend to have occasional large parties and gatherings.
Other efforts made to help keep the house safe and dry are that we used permeable paving. With the hardscape being comprised of flag stone with gravel in-between water has a chance to soak into the ground so it does not flow into spots where it will pool up.
The final element to help keep the house dry is the addition of infiltration swales. Infiltration swales are depressions in the landscape that capture rain water. The down spouts on the sides of the houses are connected to pipe that goes under the ground and conveys the water to the swales. In this project it helps move rain water away from the house. In general, these Infiltration swales are a powerful element in creating sustainable landscapes. These swales capture pollutants that accumulate on the roof and in the landscape. Biology in the soil in the swales can break down these pollutants. When run of watered is not captured by soil on a property the dirty water flows into water ways and then the ocean were the biology that breaks down the pollutants is not as prolific. This is particularly important in this project as it drains directly into the harbor. The water that is absorbed in to the swales can replenish aquafers as well as increasing the water available to the plants planted in that area recusing the amount of water that is needed from irrigation.
When it came to the planting we went with a California friendly tropical theme. Using lots of succulents and plants with colorful foliage we created vibrant lush landscape that will have year around color. We planted densely (the images in the picture were taken only a month after installation). Taller drought tolerant plants to help regulate the temperature and loss of water from the plants below them. The dense plantings will help keep the garden, the house and even the neighborhood cooler on hot days, will provide spaces for birds to enjoy and will create an illusion of depth in a somewhat narrow space.
Today this garden is a space these homeowners can fully enjoy while having the peace of mind that their house is protected from flooding and they are helping the environment.
Stapleton Landscape ArchitectureThis garden space along the existing drive provided an opportunity for multi-season appeal and continuation of the Asian theme via iconic garden elements like boulders and stone lanterns - Jeff Stapleton
Botanical VisionsDesign ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back full sun garden for summer in Miami with natural stone paving.
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionThese clients requested a highly functional backyard transformation. We worked with the clients to create several separate spaces in the small area that flowed together and met the family's needs. The stone fire pit continued the porcelain pavers and the custom stone-work from the outdoor kitchen space. Natural elements and night lighting created a restful ambiance.
Southwest Boulder & StoneAward-winning Japanese landscape designer Kohei Owatari uses natural elements like water and stone to create relaxing environments amid modern life. A reverence for nature marks this eco-friendly and creative landscape design, where meandering pathways perfectly complement clean geometric lines and patterns. Natural stone was the ideal material to deepen the connection with the natural world. The unique leaf-shaped patio and the custom water trough are key elements that showcase Kohei’s exceptional creativity and design sense.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired front driveway garden in Miami with natural stone paving.
LanaiscapesInspiration for a medium sized world-inspired side formal partial sun garden for summer in Hawaii with decking and a water feature.
UserLovely, clean-lined landscape color featuring bromeliads, palms, and a Mexican beach pebble border by Pamela Crawford. Pamela's services include landscape design and installation, pottery, outdoor living areas, and paving design. She covers Palm Beach and Martin County, including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Palm Beach, Wellington, Stuart, and Palm Beach Gardens.
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignBackyard rock waterfall by Matthew Giampietro
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back full sun garden in Miami with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back full sun garden in Miami with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Barclay's Gardens and MoreDesign ideas for a medium sized world-inspired front garden in Portland with a water feature and concrete paving.
Ginkgo Leaf StudioA stone address marker and bluestone steppers lead you from the driveway entrance to the front walk.
Westhauser Photography
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with a garden path and natural stone paving.
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with a garden path and natural stone paving.
The Distinctive GardenerA Balinese hut standing all on its own just after completion. The bamboo is now 6m high and very thick. It is now a secluded very special oasis in the middle of the city.
Tri County LandscapeFront yard landscape with black pebble gravel.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired front full sun garden in Miami with gravel.
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired front full sun garden in Miami with gravel.
Green ElegancePhoto of a medium sized world-inspired side formal garden in Dallas with a garden path and natural stone paving.
NOD GARDENDesign ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back formal partial sun garden in Other with a water feature and gravel.
UserThis Boca Raton landscape features the very best of tropical color by Pamela Crawford. See over 1000 images of Pamela's work at www.pamela-crawford.com. She services include designing landscapes and outdoor living areas in Palm Beach County, FL.
Living Water Lawn and GardenDesign ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back xeriscape garden in Las Vegas with a water feature and concrete paving.
RUFprojectHot tub (By Paul Sangha Landscape Architects)
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back partial sun garden for summer in Vancouver with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back partial sun garden for summer in Vancouver with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignThis rock wall was created to compensate for the grade change between the road and the driveway. These large volcanic rocks planted with tropical landscaping create a cave affect in the driveway. Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens designed and installed the hardscape and rock garden walls.
Medium Sized World-Inspired Garden Ideas and Designs
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