A hardscaped drive leads to the front entrance of HGTV Dream Home 2010, where beds of yucca and native pine greet guests. Arizona cyprus flank the front door and create a canopy over beds of arbavitae.

A golden ground-cover, formed from crushed stone sourced at a local quarry, complements the color of the home's stucco exterior and creates an attractive surface that allows native vegetation to easily reseed in the yard.

A handcrafted bench is nestled between two pinon pine in the front yard and provides a cozy and secluded spot for one to enjoy Sandia Park sunsets or commune with nature while reading a favorite book.

A monolith, placed in the side yard, adds a sculptural element to the landscape. The color complements the trim of the home and takes on a salmon hue during sunset and early twilight hours.