Description of Project:
This large wooded parcel in Sonoma had a well developed residence but a large yard that had been neglected. The owner wanted to improve access and the sense of arrival to the residence.

Existing small decks were replaced with a unified deck with a distinctive flagstone entryway. From the entrance a decomposed granite path leads through California and Mediterranean plantings to a series of seating areas and decomposed granite ping pong and bocce area.

Around the back of the residence, in coordination with the pool being replastered, the existing pool wall and coping were replaced with Indian Sandstone and a matching Ledgestone. A lighting package was included for entry, dining and pathway areas, and to uplight the distinctive oak trees on site.

Design/Built by: O’Connell Landscape

Design Style: California Natives

Featured Plants: Japanese Maple, Deer Grass, Wild Lilac, Berkeley Sedge, Italian Buckthorn, Zabel Laurel, Coral Bells

Featured Elements:
-Brazilian Hardwood Deck and Stairs
-Indian Flagstone Stairs
-Ledgestone Pool Wall
-Indian Flagstone Patio
-Flagstone Patios set in Sand
-Dry Laid Sonoma Fieldstone Retaining Walls
-Access Steps and Decomposed Granite Paths
-Landscape Lighting Package

Design Images:

Planting & Layout Plan

Digital Wall Design Mock-up