Posts Tagged ‘Gold Award’
Tuxedo Park Modern Courtyard: A Study in Precision
The Tuxedo Park Modern Courtyard was conceived as the central “showpiece” for a newly constructed, high-end custom home. The primary objective was to create an interior landscape that was visible from nearly every key room in the residence, including the kitchen and living quarters. To complement the home’s highly angular, modern architecture, designer Brendan Butler…
Read MoreA Modern Sanctuary in Brookwood Hills
The Brookwood Hills Modern Residence project began with a clear mission: to expand the home’s functional outdoor living space while creating a secluded, nature-filled retreat within a limited urban footprint. What started as a plan for a front yard patio quickly evolved into a comprehensive, multi-phase transformation that included a backyard flex space with over…
Read MoreA Sanctuary of Faith and Ecology at Marist School
Mary’s Garden at Marist School was envisioned as a profound transformation of the area surrounding the campus’s statue of Mary. Designers Ryan Duffey, Adriana Hernandez, and Juan Tobon of Arcoiris Design LLC aimed to create a spiritually meaningful sanctuary that serves as a place for prayer, rest, and reflection for the entire school community. Beyond…
Read MoreFormal Kitchen + Pollinator Garden
The West Paces Ferry Formal Kitchen and Pollinator Garden began as a blank canvas with a clear mandate: to honor the historic character and Regency Revival style of this legacy-level estate. The clients sought a showpiece garden that could serve as a refined backdrop for frequent entertaining while functioning as a productive, “living masterpiece”. This…
Read MoreArt and entertainment
Midtown Alliance’s new pedestrian causeway and throughfare renews the MARTA Midtown experience and creates the first phase of Art Walk, a 5-block urban rejuvenation plan. The project aligns a streetscape and liner park connection between Midtown MARTA and Arts Center MARTA and follows the historic Peachtree Walk. This redevelopment will bridge public and private uses…
Read MoreA Garden to Explore and Learn
There were many goals with this garden: To provide hands-on learning opportunities for students to explore topics like biology, ecology, nutrition, and sustainability; to create a habitat for pollinators and promote biodiversity while teaching students the importance of caring for the environment; to encourage healthy eating habits by involving students in the process of growing,…
Read MoreModern Outdoor Sanctuary
This homeowner expressed the need for a renewed environment that would invite anyone present to immerse themselves in the space. He is an award-winning film director and writer who has spent lots of time traveling between LA and New York. Arriving upon the opportunity to spend more consistent time at “home,” he realized he needed…
Read MoreSustainable Habitat, Seasonal Interest
These homeowners had many goals. They wanted a lawn-less landscape, with no grass or mowing required. The design needed to offer visual appeal throughout the year. They wanted to attract and support wildlife, including birds, bees, and deer, while enjoying it all in their backyard. The space had to be easy to maintain. Also, consideration…
Read MoreMid-Century WOW
The homeowners sought to restore and modernize their neglected mid-century modern home while addressing critical functional and aesthetic issues. Their primary goals included creating an inviting front seating area featuring a fire pit that would also reflect the home’s architectural style. Additionally, they needed a solution to the severe drainage issues caused by a driveway…
Read MoreSustainable and Engaging
The client’s vision for this project was to:eradicate invasive bamboo, reclaim the neglected alleyway, and establish a vibrant and sustainable landscape that seamlessly integrated entertainment spaces with a safe and engaging play area for children. The client also sought a landscape construction firm that could effectively and efficiently collaborate with the rehab of the existing…
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