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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...

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...

Don Mills Courtyard

by Sylvie
February 26, 2017

Even great designs need updating every now and then, and this condo courtyard is ready for a facelift! Because this site is tied into below-grade parking and building foundations, it is a high priority to preserve some of the systems while minimizing changes to the infrastructure. This means working with the existing levels and keeping the expansive water feature. The outcomes we are looking for are: -Provide an intriguing tapestry for those viewing the courtyard from the residential balconies above. -Increase accessibility and usability of...

King City

by Sylvie
February 26, 2017

The current streetscape simply presents only young trees and an expansive lawn. Our additions started as basic interest points to create a cohesive aesthetic as one drives down the length of the property to the entrance. As the process moved forward, we were able to highlight opportunities to create distinctive spaces that will encourage further use of the landscape. Wide steps within a colonnade of trees guide you through to the fields. Parents can relax here while their children play games on the lawn. Sculptures and flowing plantings, strategically...

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 We replaced an unruly garden and outdated porch with a more manageable layout that encourages the client to linger a while on the seat walls.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 ...

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 ...

Riverside

by Sylvie
March 2, 2015

This home was a bit of a wallflower when the clients first moved in! It blended in with the neighbouring homes with no major distinguishing features and a bit of a rundown facade. After renovating the porch, painting the siding, and revamping the walkways and planting, this property is now a streetside stunner. We were able to manipulate some existing features to retain the character of the home while sticking to a budget, and in other areas we started from...