When I came to this property not only was the landscape a scrappy mess the property also had some very real grading and drainage issues that were jeopardizing the safety of this house. As recent transplants from New Jerseys to Southern California these clients were in awe of all the plants they were seeing in their neighborhood. Living on the water at the Ventura harbor they wanted to be able to take full advantage or the outdoor lifestyle and cool ocean breeze. Being environmentally conscious citizens, these clients were very concerned that their garden was designed with sustainability as a leading factor. As they said in our initial consultation, “Would want or garden be part of the solution not part of the problem.” This property is the last house on the bottom of a gently sloping street. All the water from the neighbor’s houses drain onto this property. When I came into this project the back yard sloped into the house. When it would rain the water would pool up against the house causing water damage. To address the drainage we employed several tactics. Firstly, we had to invert the slope in the back yard so that water would not pool against the house. We created a very minor slope going away from the house so that water drains away but so the patio area feels flat. The back of the back yard had an existing retaining wall made out of shabby looking slump stone. In front of that retaining wall we created a beautiful natural stone retaining wall. This retain wall severs many purposes. One it works as a place to put some of the soil removed from the grading giving this project a smaller carbon foot print (moving soil of a site burns a lot of fossil fuel). The retaining wall also helps obscure the shabby existing retaining wall and allows for planting space above the footing from the existing retaining wall. The soil behind the ne retaining wall is slightly lower than the top of the wall so that when the run on water on from the neighbor’s property flows it is slowed down and absorbed before it has a chance to get near the house. Finally, the wall is at a height designed to serve as overflow seating as these clients intend to have occasional large parties and gatherings. Other efforts made to help keep the house safe and dry are that we used permeable paving. With the hardscape being comprised of flag stone with gravel in-between water has a chance to soak into the ground so it does not flow into spots where it will pool up. The final element to help keep the house dry is the addition of infiltration swales. Infiltration swales are depressions in the landscape that capture rain water. The down spouts on the sides of the houses are connected to pipe that goes under the ground and conveys the water to the swales. In this project it helps move rain water away from the house. In general, these Infiltration swales are a powerful element in creating sustainable landscapes. These swales capture pollutants that accumulate on the roof and in the landscape. Biology in the soil in the swales can break down these pollutants. When run of watered is not captured by soil on a property the dirty water flows into water ways and then the ocean were the biology that breaks down the pollutants is not as prolific. This is particularly important in this project as it drains directly into the harbor. The water that is absorbed in to the swales can replenish aquafers as well as increasing the water available to the plants planted in that area recusing the amount of water that is needed from irrigation. When it came to the planting we went with a California friendly tropical theme. Using lots of succulents and plants with colorful foliage we created vibrant lush landscape that will have year around color. We planted densely (the images in the picture were taken only a month after installation). Taller drought tolerant plants to help regulate the temperature and loss of water from the plants below them. The dense plantings will help keep the garden, the house and even the neighborhood cooler on hot days, will provide spaces for birds to enjoy and will create an illusion of depth in a somewhat narrow space. Today this garden is a space these homeowners can fully enjoy while having the peace of mind that their house is protected from flooding and they are helping the environment.

На фото: летний регулярный сад среднего размера на заднем дворе в морском стиле с подпорной стенкой, полуденной тенью и мощением тротуарной плиткой

Sky Pencil Japanese holly is a perfect natural barrier to disguise an enclosure. Planted in a bed of Tennessee river rock and surrounded by beautiful synthetic turf, the Seagrove Beach homeowners can enjoy their small space without being distracted by unsightly utilities.

Пример оригинального дизайна: солнечный, летний участок и сад среднего размера на заднем дворе в морском стиле с хорошей освещенностью и покрытием из каменной брусчатки

One of the small fountainscapes we offer.
Пример оригинального дизайна: маленький солнечный садовый фонтан на заднем дворе в морском стиле с хорошей освещенностью и мощением клинкерной брусчаткой для на участке и в саду

3D Landscape Designs from Custom Outdoor Creations LLC
Свежая идея для дизайна: большой солнечный регулярный сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле с садовой дорожкой или калиткой, хорошей освещенностью и мощением клинкерной брусчаткой - отличное фото интерьера

An unused carapace was transformed into a lush and peaceful tropical space with a bluestone paved patio and organic steppers weaving through the space, with a cantilevered timber bench midway. Unsightly garbage bins were hidden with a custom designed hardwood screen.

Стильный дизайн: маленький солнечный участок и сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле с подпорной стенкой, хорошей освещенностью и настилом для на участке и в саду - последний тренд

Nigel Gomme
Свежая идея для дизайна: большой участок и сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле с настилом - отличное фото интерьера

This is an urban single family home situated on a narrow lot that is about 1/8 of an acre and is only 2 blocks from the Pacific Ocean. I designed a completely new garden and installed everything along with the client’s help. The garden I designed consisted of an ornamental grass garden, a xeriscape garden with decomposed granite mounds, fruit trees and shrubs located throughout, a jungle forest garden, and raised brick vegetable beds in the rear. Previously, there was a wood deck covering almost the entire property that was removed by the owner. We installed root guard around all of the walkways. I installed the raised brick vegetable beds and walkways around the vegetable beds. Many of the plants were chosen to provide food and habitat for pollinators as well. Dozens of fruiting plants were located in the garden. So, it is called the “Garden of Eatin”. Landscape design and photo by Roland Oehme

Lush back garden planting, with flowering perennials, grasses and evergreen ground covers. The tree is a mature Amelanchier (Serviceberry). A large boulder that was found on site sits in a bed of Irish Moss (Sagina) and Japanese Acorus Grass.

Backyard rock waterfall by Matthew Giampietro
На фото: солнечный садовый фонтан среднего размера на заднем дворе в морском стиле с хорошей освещенностью и покрытием из каменной брусчатки

A Balinese hut standing all on its own just after completion. The bamboo is now 6m high and very thick. It is now a secluded very special oasis in the middle of the city.

Идея дизайна: большой солнечный, летний регулярный сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле с растениями в контейнерах, хорошей освещенностью и мощением тротуарной плиткой

Jim Walton
Идея дизайна: большая спортивная площадка на заднем дворе в морском стиле с полуденной тенью и мощением тротуарной плиткой

bamboo fence installed with timber framing
Идея дизайна: участок и сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле

Full Circle Design - Jeffrey Howard
Свежая идея для дизайна: маленький участок и сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле с полуденной тенью и покрытием из каменной брусчатки для на участке и в саду - отличное фото интерьера

Свежая идея для дизайна: большой солнечный участок и сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле с подпорной стенкой и хорошей освещенностью - отличное фото интерьера

Стильный дизайн: маленький летний регулярный сад на заднем дворе в морском стиле с растениями в контейнерах, полуденной тенью и настилом для на участке и в саду - последний тренд