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Sunnylea Pool

by Sylvie
May 17, 2017

The catalyst for this landscape transformation was the pool. The landscape currently boasts a storage shed and a large fenced lawn that's great for sports. We were tasked with creating a space the the whole family can enjoy and entertain in now that the kids are a little older. A more inviting human scale is created through the use of rooms and destinations throughout, and guests are encouraged to meander through to experience the entire a space.   A key component here is the...

High Park Terraces

by Sylvie
May 10, 2017

A beautiful new addition to this family home requires a landscape to match. We are working with the client to build the bridge from the modern massed facade to the wilderness of the backyard 25' below. A large garage roof terrace off the main floor acts as an extension to the living and dining areas. Planters create separation from the neighbours and define the space before the stairs carry you down the the parking level. Here you're met with a a deconstructed...

East Credit

by Sylvie
March 4, 2017

This residential landscape needs two distinct areas; an extension of the house into an outdoor room, and an expansive planting and lawn area including a cutting bed that still allows for the running patterns of the clients large dogs. After presenting a few options for the layout, this design was further developed through the use of perspective sketches and planting schemes. ** to pause the slides simply roll your cursor over the image...

Davisville

by Sylvie
December 25, 2016

This intriguing space had a number of existing elements to consider. The overall layout was functional, but the character and style didn't line up with the more refined tastes of the homeowners. A large eclectic garage paired with an existing deck and walkway meant focusing our creative energies on ways to revamp the remaining areas. Wish List All season interest Lounge area away from house to bring people into the yard and take advantage of a sunny spot Updated planting areas Feature elements to...

Leslieville

by Sylvie
June 25, 2016

Contemporary curb appeal meets functionality in this small front yard. We replaced an unruly garden and outdated porch with a more manageable layout that encourages the client to linger a while on the seat walls. These provide the perfect perch to supervise streetplay and converse with neighbours. Client Requests: Clean and linear aesthetic Increase connection from house to yard Low maintenance A space for their young children to pedal around Separation from joined neighbour ...

Bickford Park

by Sylvie
February 26, 2016

Truly a gem of a courtyard, this small front landscape isn't short on style! To reflect the pied-a-terre nature of the home and the clients love of all things French and whimsical, we incorporated some provençal flair to the planting, structures, and repurposed vintage obelisk. Priorities Colourful perennial and annual mix Incorporate feng shui principles Style to reflect client's tastes Heated walkway for winter use Courtyard styling **to pause the slides, simply scroll your cursor over the photograph...

Lawrence Park South

by Sylvie
December 26, 2015

The calm energy of a forest flows into this landscape with birch, clumped grasses, deconstructed walkways and a large expanse of lawn. A raised planter filled with green beech provides height and privacy while punches of colour from some of the client's favourite perennials and shrubs make for a beautiful backdrop all summer long. Priorities Break up the lengthy expanse of the lawn Provide a focal feature that can draw the eye from within the house to the landscape Ample space for lounging...

Roncesvalles VIllage

by Sylvie
December 25, 2015

This backyard is made for entertaining! After completing a stunning interior renovation, the clients were ready to extend their living space into the landscape. We played with levels and planters to create distinctive rooms while making full use of the space. With built-in seating and lighting, they have a worry free set up to regularly host friends for fair weather relaxing. Wish list Create a more human scale in an area surrounded by tall houses Privacy without closing in the space Built-in...

Wanless Park

by Sylvie
October 4, 2015

When the deck started to fail, the clients decided that it was an ideal time to revitalize the entire landscape! Multiple doors led from the house to an ample backyard. Due to the open nature of this corner lot home, lack of privacy was a concern that needed to be addressed. Rather than setting the outdoor entertaining areas on the deck level, we opted to create a haven at ground level. We introduced new ornamental trees along the fence and deck to provide...

Allenby

by Sylvie
April 25, 2015

The indoors have been carried all the way through the back landscape in this project! Where a large deck once coexisted with a struggling lawn and a jumbled path led the way to an unused secondary exit, we now have a level patio with structured planting and an all encompassing deck for entertainment. A custom bench and outdoor kitchen reflect the spatial organization of the interior while providing everything you need to comfortably lounge outside for hours. Wish List Repurpose path area Reorganize planting ...