The Nicholsons wanted a tidy landscape with curves and a natural look.
Projects – Residential Landscaping
- The Nicholson Residence
- The Terry Residence
The Terry Residence is a single family residential project located in an established neighborhood in St. Louis. The clients requested planting redesign integrated with mature plantings in the front yard; and useable patio and yard space at the back of the residence.
Concept plans were developed to accommodate present and future needs of the client. The existing patio space was removed and replaced with a recessed brick patio area which was delineated with an arbor, fireplace and sitting wall. Level areas were created in the yard with excavated soils from construction and lower retaining walls. These clients enjoy entertaining and were pleased with the addition of an outdoor living area. This project was completed in 2010.
- The Byer ResidenceThe Byer Residence was a 70+ year old single family residence in St. Louis requiring a retrofit of the front entrance and backyard space that was sensitive to the family’s needs and respectful of the home’s original architecture. Concept plans were developed to accommodate present and future needs of the client. Two areas of concern were safety and usability.
The front entry was in disrepair and posed a serious safety problem with uneven steps, trip hazards and lack of railings. This concern was addressed with sweeping wing walls, custom wrought iron rails and consistent step risers which created a safe, grand and welcoming entrance to the home.
Similar conditions were found in the residences backyard space with a large patio area that was broken into smaller, less inviting spaces. The patio space was redesigned with a large, open space with smaller gathering areas indicated by a natural stone fireplace, stone seating walls and natural cedar fencing. The client utilizes this space for neighborhood gatherings of 50+ people as well as a family respite. This project was completed in 2011.
