A tough slope and nowhere to entertain…

The owner’s contractor walked out, defeated by a tough slope. An hour of brainstorming and we figured out how to move forward with the help of a structural engineer and a can-do builder.

The owner called after her contractor gave up on a steep slope ending a few feet from the back of a 3-story townhouse. We conceived a flagstone terrace and stairs, then tackled a rugged planting to provide the eye-candy.

The owner called after her contractor gave up on a steep slope ending a few feet from the back of a 3-story townhouse. We conceived a flagstone terrace and stairs, then tackled a rugged planting to provide the eye-candy.

After sketching out an idea for the steps and railing, the owner commissioned a talented metalworker to add the details.

After sketching out an idea for the steps and railing, the owner commissioned a talented metalworker to add the details.

Let no space go to waste.

Let no space go to waste.

In winter, this stunning Knifeblade Acacia bursts into bloom with cooling Blue Chalk Fingers providing contract.

In winter, this stunning Knifeblade Acacia bursts into bloom with cooling Blue Chalk Fingers providing contract.

Thanks to South Africa (Coral Aloe) and New Zealand (Cream Delight Flax)

Thanks to South Africa (Coral Aloe) and New Zealand (Cream Delight Flax)

Mexican Weeping Bamboo (non-running type) screens the neighbor up the hill, making for a tranquil, private dining experience.

Mexican Weeping Bamboo (non-running type) screens the neighbor up the hill, making for a tranquil, private dining experience.

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