A referral client wanted a wheelchair-friendly low maintenance back yard for his new home in Hillsboro, OR. His goal was to get around the yard easily and have several elements for beauty and functionality.

Jim designed a solid paver walkway starting from an existing concrete patio, leading to a fire pit with a sitting bench off to one side. Pavers continued around the fire pit providing ample room for seating, then over to another area of the yard leading to a shed. Another section of the walkway leads to the existing concrete patio just outside the master bedroom.

There is even a special area for his furry friend, with a section of artificial pet turf. A custom arbor adds a decorative yet functional element for grapes to grow. Several planting beds allow for colorful flowers, and a patch of blueberry bushes.

Our client will have many enjoyable gatherings in his home, and be able to access the entire yard at ease!

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A repeat client in Hillsboro, OR, contacted us for advice on a backyard with little to no sun. Several attempts at growing grass failed, so he was desperate for a solution to sell the house quickly. His first thought was hardscape, but we suggested artificial turf. Not only was it less expensive, the installation went quickly, with instant gratification. The end result was a quick sale on the home, and another happy customer!

Our clients in Hillsboro, OR, removed an old rotted deck and wanted a replacement that offered visual elegance, longevity, and minimal maintenance. After visiting a local landscape supplier to view their options, they were sold on pavers. The supplier who has recommend our company for over 15 years suggested they call us based on Jim’s experience and creative ability. During our consultation, Jim designed the over 900 square foot patio using La Pietra pavers from Western Interlock. This paver choice offers 5 sizes which works best in scale with this large of an area. Jim carefully created his own pattern and placement of all 5 sizes of these pavers, along with evenly distributing the color blend chosen by the homeowners. This new patio gives their expansive yard a fantastic upgrade!

This was the third project Jim did for us, and the results exceeded our expectations, as usual. We recently downsized to a small home that had a small side yard consisting of an aggregate patio and lots of wood chips. We wanted to install the same paver patio Jim had done for us at our former house, along with a pergola and water feature to make the side yard more conducive to family enjoyment and entertainment. Jim worked with us with recommendations to make our idea a reality, and (once we received HOA approval), worked quickly to finish the project. Jim is a very hands-on guy… he was here everyday with his helper, and always took the time to let us know how things were progressing. Since he had leftover pavers, he expanded the patio for no extra charge. The project was completed on time, and we have been enjoying it ever since. The pergula is natural-stained cedar, and the custom water feature provides the perfect ambiance that we were looking for. Another thing one should know is that Jim goes out of his way to be as non-impactful as possible with his equipment so far as one’s neighbors are concerned. He was mindful to have everything moved on our garbage collection day, and I had neighbors tell me they appreciated his not blocking our access road during construction. Several of our neighbors have subsequently stopped by to see the finished results, and have been impressed with the overall quality of the workmanship. A great investment that will give us many years of enjoyment. Thanks again, Jim and Carol!

Bill and Rachel K. of Lake Oswego, OR have been working with us since 2007, where they met us at the Yard, Garden and Patio show.

We designed and built a natural style water feature which they just loved.

2 years later they hired us back to install a new irrigation system.

In 2014, after they both retired, and decided to stay in the home they have been living for years, the next project was to further develop the backyard. We added over 120 flagstone steps leading to a stone patio with a sitting bench out of the Highland Retaining Wall Block.

Our recent project was to replace an old tired concrete driveway, with Urbana Stone pavers. This difficult project required a permit from the city with tight restrictions. It all paid off as they now have the most attractive driveway on the block!

Our clients near Forest Grove, OR had an area excavated out in hopes for eventually installing a stream and pond.

They put off the project for a few years to locate just the right company.

After viewing our web-site and portfolio, they decided we were the right company for the job. Not only were we close to them but we have completed over 150 water features since 1997.

They planned to have their wedding in August, 2014, and decided to have the reception located on their country property. The new feature was perfectly located where guests could sit and enjoy!
“Jim had the stream running when I pulled up today, very amazing. Couldn’t be happier…”

“Everything looks great!”