Following the Tubbs Fire, this project involved a completely new landscape, front yard and back. As the building footprint was shifted, a creative approach to the driveway was needed, as the garage doors now lined up with a fire hydrant. Pavers and step lights add detail to the walkway to the steps leading to the front door, while large-scale plantings fill the expansive sloping front yard. Olives and Japanese maples are lit at night, providing shade, privacy and structure.
A redwood pergola was built, anchored by a stone bench, and providing a comfortable spot to huddle around the fire pit. Interlocking pavers were used for both patio and walkways around the property. A natural looking composite deck allows for easy access in and out of a spa, as well as room for seating. A combination of shrubs and trees were selected to help provide privacy from the homes above, yet still allow for views below. Flagstone slab steps lead to a vegetable garden and view terrace, while a pondless water feature adds sound and motion to the landscape, enjoyed both outdoors as well as inside.
Both the front yard and backyard offers tremendous views of Taylor Mountain during the day, and the twinkling city lights of Santa Rosa at night.
