Built in 1927, this home boasts stunning native stone construction that had long been overshadowed by overgrown landscaping.

This "before" photo highlights the condition of the walkway before our work commenced, featuring overgrown shrubs, including a boxwood that had grown to an impressive 18 feet in height.

Boxwood hedges and fescue turf provide a timeless touch to the front of this historic home, perfectly complementing its classic architecture. While sourcing the bluestone pathway was straightforward, finding native stone risers for the stairs to match the home's original stonework presented a challenge.

To prepare for the installation of a new bluestone walkway, we cleared everything from the front of the home. However, we preserved the original magnolias and some large crape myrtles along the road to maintain the buffer from traffic and preserve the beautiful mature trees.

During the installation of the bluestone walkway, we faced challenges in locating the original drainage and privately owned utilities, as all documentation had been lost to time.

Three years after installation, the preserved trees, fescue turf, and boxwoods are thriving in the revitalized landscape.

When the job began, our team discovered that the patio had been haphazardly repaired on three different occasions, using three different types of stone. Our team re-laid the concrete and installed all-new bluestone on the patio.

The patio at the rear of the house was re-laid, preserving the existing native stone walls. Additional walls were constructed using stone recovered from previously demolished buildings in the area, which were sourced after extensive research to locate a supply.

A private seating area on the side of the home was long neglected and in need of being uncovered and revitalized. Incorporating a fountain and saving the vintage benches was important to the new homeowners.

The existing landscaping was cleared to make way for a new drainage system, and a blue stone patio was installed. Additionally, the patio was plumbed to accommodate a new fountain.

The private seating area has truly transformed since the new plantings have become established. The addition of carefully selected planters has further enhanced the space, adding both visual interest and a touch of elegance.

A major element of the landscape was the addition of a pool in the rear of the home in this previously underused and overgrown area.

The pool required a new drainage system to be installed as well as new plantings. A fence was installed along the house to help hide utilities and control noise from the HVAC units.

Zoysia turf was installed around the pool as well as boxwoods, flowering shrubs, understory trees, and groundcovers.

The home originally featured a mother-in-law suite that was thoughtfully transformed into a stunning pool house. In addition, the arbor, once a potting shed, has been beautifully repurposed into an inviting outdoor seating area adjacent to the pool.

The newly transformed pool house and outdoor seating area seamlessly enhance the space. We tackled drainage challenges on the rolling hillside, implementing effective solutions. The addition of rock borders and a native stone retaining wall combines form and function, creating a harmonious blend of aesthetic appeal and practical design.

A section of the existing bluestone sidewalk was preserved, while our team added new stone to enhance the functionality of the entrances. The older stone was power washed, and the joints were ground down and redone to ensure a seamless match with the new additions. This photo highlights the trees and shrubs that were carefully preserved during the process and are now thriving in their rejuvenated surroundings.