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Melanie Rekola Landscape DesignThis lovely landscape sports a poured in place concrete slab patio with drought tolerant sedum plants between the slabs. This sedum mix is sold in sheets then cut to fit but it’s actually grown for green-roof application. It works perfectly in this hot environment too as it is extremely drought tolerant and can go a month without water. Because the water runoff is absorbed between the slabs the patio drainage works perfectly and there are no need for drains.The swimming pool is of the fiberglass variety. Though the initial investment is greater than that of vinyl pools the ROI is greater over a 10 year period. Fiberglass pools retains more heat as the pool shell is all one piece and they don’t ever require a new liner.. This fiberglass pool has cool built-in benching and steps. And there is even a swim jet built into one side great for those cardio blasting swims. The pool interior colour is grey though it shows a soft blue/grey when water is added due to the reflection of the sky and other surroundings. The pool coping is natural stone with rock face edge. The steel arbour was custom made. Metal (steel) was chosen for it’s slim strength as wood placed here would have been too chunky. The best rooms (indoors or our) have a subtle layering of textural elements. To me this landscape needed a structure here to define the “rooms” It will look even better in a few years when the vines reach the top and the Miscanthus on either side reaches its 7′ height!The 12′ x 16′ pavilion is also made of steel and houses an alfresco dining table and sofa set. The pavilions built in cupola makes the warm breezes comfortably pass through with no need for a fan. It’s also sunken 2′ from the pool/patio height and nestled nicely in the corner. I must also mention the large slim planters with “Red Shades” Canna lily within. They are the perfect boldness/balance!Step through the arbor and a linear pond with “floating” natural stone step is revealed! Two smooth flow scuppers are responsible for the quiet waterfalls either side. A wood deck overhangs the pond adding softness to the setting. A modern retaining wall with natural stone cap runs the full width of the pond and pool adding interest and dimension. In the covered outdoor living area this wall is the perfect seat wall - adding lots of extra party seating!
The lesson to be learned here is that good design can be applied to any space. This backyard is only 50′ x 45′ and look what can be achieved! Landscape design and photography by Melanie Rekola
Through The Garden, Inc.Floating path provides access form the living room into the garden across the pond. View from second floor window
Modern Design AquascapingThis was a tear-out & re-installation of a pondless waterfall in Lenoir City, TN. The feature which was done by Modern Design Aquascaping, includes large mountain boulders,cedar driftwood accents, LED under-water lighting, flagstone walkway-steps-and bridge, and a wooden bridge.
RiverScape Designs & Landscaping Services LtdA small corner garden pond with cascading water and small plants around it
Taylormade Landscapes, LLCHardscapes transition from textured concrete, to pavers, to synthetic turf, to windsor block wall.
2 J's & Sons We disassembled the old pond as well as removing the livestock. Then removed the old pond basin that had begun to leak. With the old pond out we dug a larger hole to install the new larger basin.
Next was the rockscaping and sealing the waterfall. With the new pond set we installed a new pump, checked for leaks and rearranged some stones to make the waterfall sound soothing.
Once everything was in place the fish were reintroduced and peach water lilies added.
Userjapanische Gartengestaltung auf höchstem Niveau in Bremerhaven mit Koiteich, Steinsetzungen, Natursteine, japanischen Ahornbäumen, Moos, Buxuskugeln, Karikomi,
Dr. Wolfgang Hess
Peaceful Patios (pergola sales)This beautiful, traditionally styled pergola was installed on our client's dock in Dandrige, Tennessee.
The classical styling elevates the waterside surroundings, adding shade and sophistication to the property.
Grey Garden and Outdoor Space with a Pond Ideas and Designs
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