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YES, THE OWNER’S OPINION COUNTS

A few key questions that we ask ourselves when assess an area from a design

Thousand Oaks Water Feature

point;  is there a great view that shouldn’t be blocked, or some unpleasant view that would deserve some fast growing plants to get blocked in a hurry?  Is there unpleasant traffic noise that a water feature could help with?  If there is going to be much entertainment at all, should there be lighting,  subtle landscape lighting as well as one or more lampposts that could be turned on for area lighting?

Simi Valley Floating Patio with Lighting

Curves are generally noted by design experts to create a more relaxing atmosphere for the people enjoying the space.  The curves should flow together.  Think of the French curve,  that little plastic drawing guide attached to the protractor back in school.  Another type of curving is contouring with mounds of soil.  Again, this should flow naturally and not look like several anthills.

Those are a few of the elements that get the landscape design started in the right direction. You may see by the above questions that a lot can be done to enhance a property and show off its best features yet conceal those that are not so attractive or soothing. Of course all of this comes down to what is the homeowner’s opinion and goals for their property. Our motto is, “Have it done right the first time”.