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Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignOur Houston landscaping team was recently honored to collaborate with renowned architectural firm Murphy Mears. Murphy Mears builds superb custom homes throughout the country. A recent project for a Houston resident by the name of Borow involved a custom home that featured an efficient, elegant, and eclectic modern architectural design. Ms. Borow is very environmentally conscious and asked that we follow some very strict principles of conservation when developing her landscaping design plan.
In many ways you could say this Houston landscaping project was green on both an aesthetic level and a functional level. We selected affordable ground cover that spread very quickly to provide a year round green color scheme that reflected much of the contemporary artwork within the interior of the home. Environmentally speaking, our project was also green in the sense that it focused on very primitive drought resistant plant species and tree preservation strategies. The resulting yard design ultimately functioned as an aesthetic mirror to the abstract forms that the owner prefers in wall art.
One of the more notable things we did in this Houston landscaping project was to build the homeowner a gravel patio near the front entrance to the home. The homeowner specifically requested that we disconnect the irrigation system that we had installed in the yard because she wanted natural irrigation and drainage only. The gravel served this wish superbly. Being a natural drain in its own respect, it provided a permeable surface that allowed rainwater to soak through without collecting on the surface.
More importantly, the gravel was the only material that could be laid down near the roots of the magnificent trees in Ms. Borow’s yard. Any type of stone, concrete, or brick that is used in more typical Houston landscaping plans would have been out of the question. A patio made from these materials would have either required cutting into tree roots, or it would have impeded their future growth.
The specific species chosen for ground cover also bear noting. The two primary plants used were jasmine and iris. Monkey grass was also used to a small extent as a border around the edge of the house. Irises were planted in front of the house, and the jasmine was planted beneath the trees. Both are very fast growing, drought resistant species that require very little watering. However, they do require routine pruning, which Ms. Borow said she had no problem investing in.
Such lawn alternatives are frequently used in Houston landscaping projects that for one reason or the other require something other than a standard planting of carpet grass. In this case, the motivation had nothing to do with finances, but rather a conscientious effort on Ms. Borow’s part to practice water conservation and tree preservation.
Other hardscapes were then introduced into this green design to better support the home architecture. A stepping stone walkway was built using plain concrete pads that are very simple and modern in their aesthetic. These lead up to the front stair case with four inch steps that Murphy Mears designed for maximum ergonomics and comfort.
There were a few softscape elements that we added to complete the Houston landscaping design. A planting of River Birch trees was introduced near the side of the home. River Birch trees are very attractive, light green trees that do not grow that tall. This eliminates any possible conflict between the tree roots and the home foundation.
Murphy Mears also built a very elegant fence that transitioned the geometry of the house down to the city sidewalk. The fence sharply parallels the linear movement of the house. We introduced some climbing vines to help soften the fence and to harmonize its aesthetic with that of the trees, ground cover, and grass along the sidewalk.
Scapes IncorporatedMedium sized contemporary back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and no cover.
Markay Johnson ConstructionBuilder: Markay Johnson Construction
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Project Details:
This uniquely American Shingle styled home boasts a free flowing open staircase with a two-story light filled entry. The functional style and design of this welcoming floor plan invites open porches and creates a natural unique blend to its surroundings. Bleached stained walnut wood flooring runs though out the home giving the home a warm comfort, while pops of subtle colors bring life to each rooms design. Completing the masterpiece, this Markay Johnson Construction original reflects the forethought of distinguished detail, custom cabinetry and millwork, all adding charm to this American Shingle classic.
Architect: John Stewart Architects
Photographer: Bernard Andre Photography
Diversified Contractors / DC PatioPhoto of a small classic back patio in DC Metro with stamped concrete.
BrickWood OvensA beautiful Wood Fired Oven with BBQ Grill in an Outdoor Kitchen! This pizza oven is clad with natural stone veneer and partnered with a wood BBQ.. also called an Argentinian grill. Amazing job! To see more pictures of this oven (and many more ovens), please visit – BrickWoodOvens.com
Heartlands Building CompanyThis beautiful Town and Country outdoor room consists of a covered patio connecting the home to the pool area. The tall arched ceiling is stained cedar with recessed lighting, speakers and ceiling fans. The fireplace is gas and is faced with cultured stone. Retractable solar wall screens block the heat and glare of the sun as well as some wind on the west side.
Photo by Gordon Kummer
Dona Rosene InteriorsDesign ideas for a medium sized traditional side patio in Dallas with a living wall, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Traci Marlow DesignsThis is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Southwest Fence & DeckInspiration for a medium sized back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Bellas LandscapingInspiration for a large traditional back patio in Chicago with stamped concrete, an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Compass Outdoor DesignWhen we first met with these clients, they provided us with a very specific idea of what they wanted to create. The limitations of that project came into play with city build line restrictions which meant modifying the space. In the end, the result is a nice area to lounge by the pool, enjoy coffee in the mornings, and grill with your friends and family.
We built up the new stamped concrete to the height of the first steps of the pool deck and tied it all in, removing the flagstone. The outdoor kitchen area is the same as the full size selection on the fireplace and columns. Behind the kitchen is a small bar height sitting area and stone foot rest for guests. The tongue and groove ceiling ties in well with the dark stain cedar wrapped posts and beams to create a cozy rustic finish.
We offset the fireplace towards the back to maximize walk space for furniture. The small bench walls flanking each side of the fireplace not only provide definition to the area but also allow for extra seating without adding furniture pieces.
The ceiling heaters provide additional heat for those nights when you need to take the chill out of the air.
Russell Outdoor Living + Custom PoolsAnother Successful Project completed by Russell Outdoor Living. Call Today for Your Free Estimate!
Bart Russell @ 713-336-3291
Photo of a patio in Houston with stamped concrete.
Photo of a patio in Houston with stamped concrete.
Challenger DesignsInspiration for a traditional side patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and no cover.
HaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and DecksStamped concrete patio with a block seating wall with caps, the patio has a border of darker tan with a block fire-pit.
Photo of a large back patio in Other with a fire feature, stamped concrete and no cover.
Photo of a large back patio in Other with a fire feature, stamped concrete and no cover.
Dale Sauer HomesThis is an example of a large modern back patio in Austin with a fire feature, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Super-Krete ProductsSimulated flagstone using Super-Krete decorative concrete produdcts. Photo courtesy of Sensational Fabrications.
This is an example of a back patio in Phoenix with stamped concrete.
This is an example of a back patio in Phoenix with stamped concrete.
Riedel Precision Landscaping, Inc.Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Other with a fire feature, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Brian-Kyles Landscapes of DistinctionDistant view of completed stamped concrete patio.
We demolished the existing rear deck, installed Trex landing and steps, stamped concrete patio, and landscaping. A Trex staircase was constructed using Trex Transcends, Spiced Rum color. A privacy lattice and fence was constructed from cedar and stained with the color stain selected by the client. We then installed approximately 445 square feet of concrete for a patio and stamped it to resemble the color variation of the three samples of stone veneer left at the residence. The blended stamp pattern is a "skin" designed to resemble the natural look of stone. Additional work included repairing and turf/grass damage resulting from the construction on site (may be seen in photographs as they were taken before new grass had grown), and select landscaping improvements around the patio.
Archadeck of NashvilleThis cedar pergola with integrated privacy screen built in Franklin, TN, is even beautiful from the back!
Inspiration for a courtyard patio in Nashville with a pergola and stamped concrete.
Inspiration for a courtyard patio in Nashville with a pergola and stamped concrete.
Patio with Stamped Concrete Ideas and Designs
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