Mid-century Modernized

Design problem

1. Create a welcoming entrance. 

2. Make the space harmonious with the architecture of the house.

3. Make the front yard feel bigger and more interesting.

Design Solution

1. Use rectilinear shapes to create a formal path to the front door. 

2. Create a welcoming patio with wide ‘floating’ steps up to the front door. 

3. Add lighting for nigh-time drama and safety. 

4. Create circulation to the driveway.

5. Protect the window well with plants and a railing for safety.

6. Create 3 levels of garden beds with lush planting for architectural interest and to buffer the house from the street. Connect the house architecture to the garden with formal and informal hedges.  Add trees for screening and color.

7. Connect hardscape details to parking strip and driveway to expand the feel and space of the garden.  

8. Create an ‘urban mini-meadow’ with dynamic plants to create year-round interest and support wildlife.