Hardscape

Retaining walls form and function

Mother Nature often has a mind of her own. It’s even harder to control her. You’ve built your dream home on the top of a hill or along the banks of a river or lake; but...

Hardscape

Changing with the season, hardscapes

all photos by: Linda Oyama Bryan In a climate where so much of our landscape goes dormant for several months each year, we like to place special emphasis on elements that continue to give pleasure when...

Hardscape

A very hot trend . . . FIRE PITS

Homeowners often ask to incorporate fire pits to their master landscape plans – which we love to do! It brings families together in the evenings. Whether it’s roasting marshmallows or having a glass of wine near...

Driveways

A gracious greeting

Where does your home begin--at the front door? The plantings? Or the curb? Many homeowners pay great attention to their interior design and finishes, outdoor living areas, and plantings, yet seem to neglect the important first...