In early fall the red oak shows a hint of what is to come, while the grasses are already in full fall plumage. The leafy plants toward the center are South African Melianthus. Photo- Marion Brenner

A precise path of 4'x 2' Bluestone leads from the house to a casual seating area, and provides access to the garage. Irregular bluestone paving and masonry seatwalls make this space distinctive from the main gathering area. In time, the groundcovers planted between the stones will fill in and completely knit together - covering the soil for a softer look. The grouncover plants can withstand light to medium foot traffic.

Brian Vanden Brink

Bates Masi Architects

Ciro Coelho Photography

Photography by Kevin Perrenoud

Russell Abraham

Andrew McKinney

Jay Graham Photographer

Farmhouse Photo

Chandler Photography

Layers of gravel, grasses and succulents, bring added depth to a hillside landscape.

Shannon McGrath

Joseph Schell