Monday, October 15, 2012

Integrating new & old


antiquated birdbath beauty gazing across the garden



new planter framing the end of already present walkway;incorporating existing pavers into new design



eliminating massive amounts of Saint Augustine, graveling, and adding minimal native additions



another view of L-shaped angled planter



long upraised planter framing interior gravel and walkway



view of pre-existing door and paver entry; 
new steel lines and bulked up natural native transition to clean gravel allow for desirable privacy and slightly elusive entrance


Thursday, October 4, 2012

Reclaiming a courtyard


recreating a dysfunctional fountain 



new functional patio space replacing soggy grass



circular centerpiece: fountain with low plantings
at base



Olive tree to fill in and provide cover



succulents with pineapple




friendly Buddha in the mix of lush greenery