- By plantedearth
- March 13, 2018
Our client had a vision of a covered outdoor living area in a steeply sloped backyard in El Cerrito, which was actually in a landslide zone.
The Planted Earth team took the vision, developed the design and partnered with geotechnical and structural engineers to produce a buildable design, which our construction team brought to life by adding details along the way.
The plant selection is suited for a semi-arid environment exposed to both sun and wind. On the down slope side, the concrete walls and an awning extending from the house form a sheltered area to enjoy the garden.
- By plantedearth
- April 6, 2016
The design for this landscape met multiple needs. First, connectivity between the house and the backyard was improved with the design of a multi-level hardwood deck. Next, a haphazardly sloping backyard was transformed into a fun, useable space with fruit trees, a bean tee-pee and planter boxes. The design also features a corten steel gate to keep out the deer, an integral-color concrete driveway, boulders and native, drought-tolerant plantings. The front yard presents an understated, naturalistic, playful face to the street, while the back yard provides a comfortable outdoor living room for the family.
- By plantedearth
- April 6, 2016
This Berkeley bungalow is located on a corner lot on the west side of town. Planted Earth carried out a comprehensive renovation of the property.
New fencing, stone walls and gates defined and captured the property boundaries, and a new garage was constructed in partnership with a general contractor. The low fence allows views into and out of the front yard while maintaining a soft separation between the street and the yard.
Inside the newly-established perimeter, a new deck and patio space were created. Filling in the borders and edges around the hardscaping is a diverse selection of tried and true, water wise plant species.
The low fence allows views into and out of the front yard while maintaining a soft separation between the street and the yard.
- By plantedearth
- March 7, 2016
Our construction team has over a decade of crafting unique stairways to link your outdoor spaces together or to connect your home to the surrounding environment.
- By plantedearth
- March 7, 2016
Planted Earth is experienced in designing and building bespoke water features for your outdoor space. As a way to provide sound and movement to a design, water is a great element for your landscape.
