Backyard Haven

Before

Ailing plantings, an outdated patio and a misplaced spa are some of the elements that need addressing. Up for the challenge are landscape designer Mark Sutter, landscape architect Fausto A. Reyes and landscape designer John Taylor.

Before

Mark Sutter proposes a park-inspired theme with a rolling lawn that leads to an arbor-framed rose and citrus garden. In mid-yard a stream wanders over rocks past a beautiful step-up spa. In Reye's design, a focal point in one side of the yard invites you to a step-down seating area and firepit, while a stamped concrete path draws you to a hillside infinity-edged spa. John Taylor's cohesive concept incorporates some of the homes existing materials — a new, conveniently-placed brick patio houses a sunken spa, across the yard a stone walkway leads to a cascading waterfall and charming foot bridge.