The challenge was formidable. How to make this space, which is surrounded by a park on two sides plus a busy roadway and sidewalk on one side, feel cosy and secluded. It will take time for the trees and shrubs to establish but as they do this space will cocoon itself into the secret garden we were aiming for.

It is always such a pleasure to work with clients updating their existing landscaping. For this project we teamed up with City Gardens to give this yard an updated look. Our planting plan will fill in as the years progress to really show off the mass block plantings of grasses, bright shrubs and evergreens.

We love helping clients refresh their outdoor spaces, and this collaboration with City Gardens was no exception! Our design features mass plantings of grasses, shrubs, and evergreens that will mature beautifully over time. We started with nutrient-rich compost and mulch, then Chris Irrigation installed a precision automated system – because proper watering is key to a truly low-maintenance yard (those old fan sprinklers just can't compare!). Trust us, investing in smart irrigation makes all the difference for a landscape that thrives effortlessly.

We love when clients reach out with the specific request to bring native plants into their yard to support the local insect population! We knew we wanted to build something close up to the front of the house and bring some height to a completely flat front yard.

Want a yard as distinctive as your home? This stunning Scandinavian-inspired infill—our third on the block!—proves simplicity shines. From Procrete’s custom concrete pads to Brick By Brick’s elegant brick pathways and Remnant Steel’s showstopping gates (with gorgeous shadow play!), every detail was tailored to the clients’ vision. Even the planting blends prairie natives (Tufted Hair Grass) with nostalgic touches like a fiery Korean Maple. Ready to transform your space with this level of intentional design? Let’s create something extraordinary.

Transforming lawns into lush, productive gardens is our passion! When these clients dreamed of a front yard bursting with Echinacea and fruiting shrubs—inspired by their neighbor's pollinator paradise—we couldn't wait to help. This vibrant space (now a butterfly-filled sanctuary!) isn’t low-maintenance, but the weeding and pruning become joyful moments surrounded by color and life. We even tucked in a cozy seating nook so they can savor morning coffees and evening visits from their winged guests.

This long, sloped yard presented the perfect design challenge! We leveled the entrance with a deck, then let the grade gradually descend, using the client's salvaged bricks to create a charming pathway that connects all the garden zones. Kichler Lighting highlights the walkway, while native grasses soften its edges, and a hybrid Muckle Plum (the ideal ornamental tree for the space) anchors the design. I'm thrilled with how it turned out and can't wait to watch it mature!

It’s incredibly rewarding when a client’s vision aligns perfectly with your design approach—especially in a spacious front yard like this! We struck gold during our boulder hunt, landing a massive limestone slab that anchored the space beautifully, complemented by native Blue Grama Grass softening the scattered stones. The homeowners’ existing Hostas and evergreen shrubs found a new life here, and while the plants may be small now, the borders will soon grow into a lush, private retreat. A huge thanks to Dillan from Brick by Brick YXE for expertly handling the grading, boulder placement, and irrigation—be sure to check out his website to see the stunning brickwork he added to this project too!

When Grasswood Estates clients asked us to rescue their failing terrace garden, we discovered beds packed with clay and gravel—hardly a recipe for growth! After a heroic excavation (by the clients themselves!), we replenished the soil and crafted a “mountain meadow” with wildflowers, boulders, and hardy shrubs. Now, this country retreat feels as alive as the landscape around it.