Elements
Water which contains the element of sound and movement can be an important part of a design. With proper planning it can be a focal point or a refreshing surprise. Not only is it visually appealing but it adds necessary habitat for wildlife such as birds, butterflies and frogs, helping to create a balanced environment between cultivation and the natural world.
Light dancing across the surface of a fountain, pond or water feature captures the attention and calms a busy mind. Plants that shine when back-lit by the setting evening sun never fail to slow a passer by. A planting that creates dappled shade on the ground that moves with the breeze can be designed with large broad leaves or small upright forms to create the effect desired.
Movement adds dimension to a garden, whether it is ornamental grasses that catch the slightest wind, a repeating planting that winds through a landscape or water splashing and running. Elements that catch the attention or guide the eye to new discoveries are essential design tools.
Hardscape
At Contemporary Landscaping we like to use natural stone in the form of pavers for pathways, dry stacked stone for walls or pea gravel, through river rock up to boulders as landscape elements. Whether it is a singular highlight or the backbone of a design this natural material grounds the design in a timeless manner that provides the perfect foil for plants and adds a resilient focal point in the sleep of winter.