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Design advice needed for Backyard Modern design with pond

3 years ago

Hi im making this backyard design and im stuck so far i have the concrete poured and the pond formed it will have a waterfall any design ideas and greenery ideas would be appreciated thanks in advance

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Yardvaark

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

Jamal, do not be discouraged by remarks that might sound negative. It's not that anyone is trying to discourage you, but that in order to make progress, we have to address what we see, and we might not understand it. You've got a partially done project, and I don't think we understand where you're trying to go yet ... though I will say you definitely have the modern vibe going on and many things about seem pleasant ... so far. If you have a plan on paper or computer, I'd submit that first and foremost, as it has the be best chance of clarifying your direction. If you don't have that yet, accept 10 lashes for building before the plan was worked out, :-), and create one now -- hand drawn and reasonably accurate is OK, and show us what you're trying to accomplish. If you don't know where you're trying to go, say that, and let get it figured out. (We'll need more information from you.)

We have one view now. Also, it would be good if you move to the right and show us another view, transverse to the first one, so that we can get a better idea of the space.

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Yardvaark
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
Is the only area for planting the skinny strip along one fence? What is the green? What's the vision for use of the concrete and green spaces? And where is this?
Jamal Marik
Original Author
3 years ago
hi it is in los angeles california the large slab will be for seating area and a hot tub and the green space can also be behind the large concrete slab i can form a retaining wall and make a concrete wall along it
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Yardvaark
3 years ago
But actually, WHAT is the green?

It does not work well to retain earth abutting a fence. And it's not needed.

Is there a drawn plan for this project (even if it's only a a loose sketch)?
Jamal Marik
Original Author
3 years ago
the green in the photo is a drawing where is artifical turf gonna be
laceyvail 6A, WV
3 years ago
Looks baking hot and unwelcoming.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
3 years ago
IMO the pond should be the focal point so why way over in the corner . What is the rickety structure off to the right in dark gray? Fake turf needs to have a proper install you do not glue it to concrete. Maybe post a plan you have on paper to see if it makes more sense. right now I have no clue what you are doing.
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Norwood Architects
3 years ago
I agree with Patricia - the water feature is oddly placed. Might suggest planting some trees around the perimeter to provide a bit more privacy and to hide some of the fencing and the neighboring houses. You would want trees with a vertically oriented canopy perhaps. With as much sunshine as the yard appears to be receiving I would suggest real grass instead of astroturf even if you have to break out some sections of concrete. Good luck!

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