Status: Design Complete

Materials: Flagstone, “Coral Sea” pebbles, reuse existing pavers

Flora: Western Sword Fern, CA Maiden Hair Fern, Bush Anemone, Leatherleaf Coffeeberry, Penstemon, Island Morning Glory, Buckwheat, CA Fuchsia, Apricot Mallow, Lilac Verbena, Prince Canyon Wild Rye, Native Bentgrass

Designed for a couple with a love of entertaining and a dedication to fostering dogs, this California native landscape was crafted to balance beauty with everyday functionality. A lawn of Agrostis pallens provides a durable, drought-tolerant foundation that holds up to frequent gatherings and active dogs alike, while native wildflowers and seasonal blooms carry color throughout the year.

The outdoor kitchen sits directly off the covered patio, creating a seamless flow for hosting and outdoor cooking. The primary bedroom's French doors open onto the lawn and flower garden, offering a composed view that connects the home's interior to the landscape beyond. At the rear of the property, shade-loving Western Sword Ferns and the evergreen structure of Carpenteria californica bring depth and a peaceful quality to the space. The result is a landscape rooted in California's native ecology — livable, low-maintenance, and designed for a life spent outdoors.