In the economy of affordable, first-time homebuyers, landscaping can add nearly 15% to the value of a home. Money Magazine reports that landscaping has a recovery value of 100-200%.
This outdoor environment is equipped with a dramatic swimming pool, plenty of space to entertain, privacy , a custom fountain, and an amazing outdoor kitchen. It is truly an outdoor retreat.
This beautiful front entry courtyard contains a custom wrought iron arched gate, travertine flagstone paving and curved steps, and a magnificent wall fountain flanked by juniper topiaries. The courtyard provides a wonderful entry into the house.
This magnificent stone faced raised planter is planted with Spanish Lavender and white iceberg roses. It contains a beautiful free standing fountain in the corner of the planter.
This beautiful outdoor terrace has both a magnificent custom stone faced gas fireplace and a covered loggia for cooking and dining. The paving is large concrete pavers. This terrace overlooks the swimming pool.
This new travertine flagstone walkway provides a dramatic new entry to this redesigned front yard.
This walkway eliminates the need to use the existing driveway to reach the front courtyard.
This unique outdoor mask sculpture creates a wonderful focal point for the landscape. The sculpture enhances the plant material and creates a wonderful contrast.
This terrace expands the usable living space for this residence. Travertine tiled paving and a very special waterfeature with dramatic spiling monoliths and a flowing rill complete this composition.
This lush English cottage style coutyard enhances the front yard. It creates privacy and a place to sit and relax . The large shade tree provides shade and the courtyard is planted with colorful and interesting shade plants such as hydrangeas, azaleas, astilbe, ferns and impatience.
This deck space was tranformed into an inspiring outdoor room, with a high shade cloth covered pergola creating a comfortable seating area. The understated deck colors and pots enhance the magnificent view.
