Antique reclaimed sandstone cobblestone driveway pavers. Authentic 100 - 400 year old cobblestone imported from Europe.
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Driveway accentuated with cobblestone apron and border and Walkers Low Catment, Fairy Roses and Stella D' Oro Daylily
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Combination of herbs, wildflowers and perennials line this narrow, flagstone walkway. Irregular cut stone in stone dust provides easy drainage.
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A combination of European sandstone, reclaimed curbing and Belgian Porphyry squares create one stunning and functional driveway, built to last a lifetime.

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Dry stacked retaining walls are being used to terrace this front yard. We installed a paver front walkway as well through the new shade tolerant landscape plantings.

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A new concrete driveway was installed. The bluestone walk leads you to the front door. New plantings, LED lighting and subtle grade changes all work together to provide a lush and inviting sequence of visual events as you enter the house. We kept the paper birch by the kitchen windows, the Oak tree along the left property line and a mature spruce along the driveway.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional full sun front yard stone driveway in San Francisco.

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The elegant driveway showcases a sophisticated design featuring neatly aligned potted trees and shrubs along a pristine white brick wall. The classic white planters add a touch of timeless charm, while the lush greenery creates a welcoming and serene atmosphere. This beautifully designed driveway not only enhances the curb appeal of the property but also provides a harmonious blend of nature and architecture, perfect for any upscale Houston home seeking a refined landscape design.

Patrick
This is an example of a large mediterranean front yard stone driveway in Los Angeles.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional full sun front yard stone driveway in San Francisco.

Dakin has been working with the owners of this site realize their dream of cultivating a rich and meaningful landscape around their home. Because of their deep engagement with their land and garden, the landscape has guided the entire design process, from architecture to civil engineering to landscape design. All architecture on site is oriented toward the garden, a park-like, multi-use environment that includes a walking labyrinth, restored prairie, a Japanese garden, an orchard, vegetable beds, berry brambles, a croquet lawn and a charred wood outdoor shower. Dakin pays special attention to materials at every turn, selecting an antique sugar bowl for the outdoor fire pit, antique Japanese roof tiles to create blue edging, and stepping stones imported from India. In addition to its diversity of garden types, this permacultural paradise is home to chickens, ducks, and bees. A complex irrigation system was designed to draw alternately from wells and cisterns. Dakin has also had the privilege of creating an arboretum of diverse and rare trees that she based on Olmsted’s design for Central Park. Trees were selected to display a variety of seasonally shifting delights: spring blooms, fall berries, winter branch structure. Mature trees onsite were preserved and sometimes moved to new locations.

A beautifully designed courtyard featuring a sophisticated archway adorned with elegant potted plants. The white brick walls and arches, accented with red brick detailing, create a timeless and classic look. The neatly trimmed boxwood hedges and strategically placed planters add a touch of greenery, enhancing the overall aesthetics of the space. This meticulously crafted courtyard exemplifies the perfect blend of architecture and landscaping, ideal for upscale properties seeking to elevate their outdoor living areas.

Front entrance at the circle paver driveway and mortared stone columns holding the entrance lights.
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The MacDowell Company
Photo of a large traditional partial sun front yard stone landscaping in Boston.

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical front yard stone driveway in Miami.