Monday, September 27, 2010

Design with adobe




These beds were created out of adobe - one form of sustainable hardscape. This clients front yard is now a dynamic outdoor living area that yields fruit, vegetables, and fragrant blooms.

Go Local



This client had an existing pool and wanted to fix this eyesore on the way down to the pool. Geordie designed a system of terraced plant beds alongside the steps out of Limestone.

Limestone is an elegant material that ages well and it is prevalent near this clients home in Texas. This photo was taken right after the installation. Now the plants have grown in completely and it is a lush outdoor living area.

Rock bed



These rock beds and mulch areas are the future home of a full vegetable garden. Vegetable gardens require around 50% less water than grassy areas of the same size.

Simple & beautiful

These rock beds provide great planting areas for natives and vegetables. By terracing and mulching the area it looks great and helps retain moisture in the soil.

Xeriscape


A Fresh start




Tips on Design





  • Focal points in your land
  • Break up the space
  • Form & Function
  • Ecological hardscape
  • Food production
  • Outdoor living area