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A certified LEED-H Platinum building by Butler Armsden Architects, the Tiburon Bay House features an innovative and sustainable landscape. Native lawn, permeable surfaces, and a gray water system were all integrated into the landscape design. Great care was taken to reuse existing materials and drought tolerant plants. Existing concrete was transformed into a new patio; no-mow lawn was used as a l...... >> Suite

A small residential project, which was re-designed to create the illusion of a larger backyard space. The space had to incorporate a seating area for entertaining as well as a workplace for the homeowner to do their gardening. ... >> Suite

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Small, modern, garden planted to complement the clean lines of the architecture.All photos by Bill Noland >> Suite

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Small, modern, garden planted to complement the clean lines of the architecture.All photos by Bill Noland >> Suite

By adding a bold splash of red, we transformed an existing grey wall into a vibrant new look accented by graceful bamboo and vines. The upper level became the outdoor playroom with a climbing wall and checkerboard floor made from recycled tires. The lower level becomes an extension of the living room with seating made from an old Oakland bridge, a firepit and a fountain. The planting is simple and...... >> Suite

Landscape images from The Bloedel Reserve, a world class estate garden open to the public on Bainbridge Island, Washington; Photo by Debra Prinzing >> Suite

This project was a complete remodel of a ranch style house in Austin Texas. The owners wanted something modern, with areas for outdoor entertaining and a soft lawn for their kids to play on. They also wanted it to be sustainable, with native or well-adapted plants, and a minimum of maintenance. The photos were taken by Gregory Stokes Photography. This project has been featured in Atomic Ranch maga...... >> Suite

Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture >> Suite

This modern garden was created to serve as a new outdoor living room. Koi Fish, Gold fish and water plants bring a new mini ecosystem of life, and provide a focal point and meditational environment. Materials such as stone, metal, and wood offer contrasting color and texture which are equally matched by the plant palette. This garden won an award of merit from the APLD in 2011.... >> Suite

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRET GUM >> Suite

Private Residence - Small backyard space transformed into private retreat with pool, fire elements, laminar jets, sheer descent, stone terrace and raised spa.... >> Suite