This unique house is set in one of Huntsville's fastest growing renovated neighborhoods.  Having undergone several renovations, and additions over the last several years, the landscape had not been updated.  After the addition of a deck and screened porch, it was time to focus on the yard.  The initial challenge was to unify the landscape with the architecture.  Using straight planting lines, and laying out the material from the architectural details of the house, the transition from home to yard will continue to become seamless as the new plants grow.

The next challenge was to open up the backyard for the owner's two small children.  With a playset that was set directly outside the backdoors, the yard seemed smaller than it actually was.  By moving the playset, and giving it an area out of the way following the angles of the hardscape and house, the backyard was immediately opend up to provide a more open and kid friendly space.

The design also included a shade garden, pathways, and a larger open play area segregated from the road with a planting border for more open neighborhood play with family and friends.

Construction was completed December 2010, and in the spring will florish with perennials, shrubs, and trees.