Estate Estate
Spanish Estate
A Spanish-style estate yard pulled together around its pool, fire-pit lounge and sport court, with the mature planting doing the screening.
How this project came together
The challenge
A spacious yard with a pool, spa and sport court already in it, mature planting all round, and concrete walks tying everything back to a central driveway. We located the drainage outlets, irrigation lines, hose bibs and panels, and mapped spot elevations for the grading.
The design decision
The sketch went after a layout that held together rather than a list of new features. A pergola marks a shaded gathering area, the dining and lounge space grew, and upgraded paving with decorative tile runs the continuity around the pool and seating. The existing trees stayed for the shade they already throw, with ferns, lavender and roses added underneath.
The build
The finished job works off the pool and spa that were there, with new hardscape, built-in seating and a BBQ island beside a pergola-shaded dining space. Gravel inlays, decorative borders and dark mulch add the depth. Artificial turf and grouped planting smooth the transitions between zones. Accent lighting picks out the paths, the planting and the house into the evening.
The Design Process
From survey to buildable plan
Every project is measured, drawn, and approved before a shovel goes in the ground. These are the actual drawings for this property.
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100%Base Plan
This plan outlines the property’s current layout, showcasing a spacious yard with a pool, spa, sport court, and mature surrounding landscape. Concrete walkways and a central driveway connect key areas of the home, creating an accessible and cohesive layout. Existing utilities, including drainage outlets, irrigation lines, hose bibs, and electrical panels, are clearly identified, with spot elevations and site details mapped to support accurate grading and the next phase of design and construction.
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100%Design Proposals
This sketch plan illustrates the proposed upgrades and refinements for the property, emphasizing a more cohesive and functional outdoor layout. The design introduces a new pergola structure to define a shaded gathering area, paired with an expanded outdoor dining and lounge space for enhanced usability. Upgraded paving materials and decorative tile patterns create continuity around the pool and seating zones, while new planting layouts feature layered textures and colors for added depth and visual appeal. Select existing trees are preserved to maintain shade and maturity, complemented by the addition of fresh plantings such as ferns, lavender, and roses. Updated lighting and irrigation systems are integrated for convenience and ambiance, ensuring the redesigned landscape transitions seamlessly from day to night.
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100%Conceptual Plan
This conceptual landscape plan presents a cohesive redesign centered around the existing pool and spa, transforming the backyard into a multifunctional outdoor retreat. The layout features new hardscape areas with upgraded paving, integrated seating, and a built-in BBQ island accompanied by an outdoor dining space under a pergola. Complementary textures such as gravel inlays, decorative borders, and dark mulch beds add depth and visual contrast. Artificial turf and carefully placed plant groupings create smooth transitions between living zones while maintaining a clean, contemporary aesthetic. The design also incorporates accent lighting to highlight pathways, planting areas, and architectural elements, ensuring functionality and ambiance throughout both day and night.
Before We Built It
The space, rendered in 3D
Homeowners approve a photorealistic model of their own property before construction starts, so what gets built is what they signed off on.
Before & After
The property as we found it
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Before After
Finished Project
Spanish Estate in detail
14 photographs of the completed project.
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