Mediterranean Courtyard

The focus of this landscape design was to create an outdoor dining space.  The existing stucco wall gives privacy from the street and the architecture of the 'L' shaped area of the house encloses the space like a courtyard.  Taking from the brick on the facade and edging along the front walk and some of the existing plants a Spanish/Mediterranean theme was designed.  Existing brick planting beds were kept to minimize costs. The existing plants of Oleander and a mature lemon tree were utilized into the theme. Adding tan or light terra-cotta color for the wall creates drama and The space before installationvibrancy to the small space. A small water fountain camouflages the irrigation valves and adds the melody of water.  Creating a  flagstone patio into existing unused lawn with Mediterranean and drought resistant plants and herbs and the use of a BBQ and furniture turns an unused space into a functional entertaining outdoor room.  The existing tired wooden entry gate will be changed out with a wrought iron gate and will create a welcoming and obvious entrance to the house and courtyard.  The ease of being right off the kitchen and a welcoming space for visitors was a plus in creating an entry courtyard in this landscape design.

 A photoshop sketch of possibility