Landscape Contractor / Design Build Maintain

AUG 2015

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34 LC DBM of consistency and flow all throughout the property, the fire pits and fountains were also built with Baltimore wall materials. Aberdeen slabs and Villagio pavers were used in different ways throughout the property to create a different look and feel for every space while maintaining a good overall aesthetic for the property. The pathways were laid with Villagio pavers in a linear pattern to achieve an old cobblestone look. The grand patio reintroduced the Villagio paving stone, now as a border to the 30"x30" Aberdeen slabs. The goal was to create a design that looked opulent, but not busy to the eye, so they opted for a 45 degree checkerboard pattern made up of 4 Aberdeen slabs collectively outlined with Villagio pavers in onyx black. The pool area hosted a new collection of products that was sleek and modern: the Travertina collection brought Bali travertine coping and travertine slabs (in the same tones of Riviera) into the mix. The travertine slabs continued into the nearby pergola, which was custom designed with Techo-Bloc's masonry collection. All in all, 'opulence' was the desired atmosphere for this backyard, but, beyond luxury, the space had to scream entertainment and good times to be had. The homeowners wanted to bring the kitchen out- side; they wanted to create an outdoor party room and still retreat to a pool that felt like a relaxing resort. They needed something minimal- istic, clean, friendly and low maintenance. When it comes to a property this expansive, many headaches must have been had, right? According to Sicurella, problems were few. The only significant issue was determining how to install the permeable pavement on the walkways without normal stone edging. The solu-

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