Rancho Bernardo (Gatewood Hills) Project

See how we’ve transformed outdoor spaces with our unique designs, blending beauty, functionality, and craftsmanship.

Tranquil front yard reading area with olive tree and decomposed granite pad in Rancho Bernardo outdoor renovation.
  • LOCATION
    Rancho Bernardo
    (Gatewood Hills)
  • build timeline
    5 weeks
  • Project type
    Poured-in-place Concrete Steppers,
    Decomposed Granite, Outdoor Sports Court,
    Lighting, Drought-tolerant Plants
  • Designer
    Botanically Crafted
    Landscapes

BCL transformed this Gatewood Hills property into a modern, functional, and visually striking outdoor space. The basketball court adds a dynamic recreational space, while the fire pit area offers a cozy setting for gatherings. The sleek concrete pathway with stepper detailing enhances the contemporary feel, and the reading area provides a peaceful escape. Carefully chosen drought-tolerant and pollinator-friendly plants bring vibrancy and sustainability, while strategic lighting and irrigation ensure lasting beauty and efficiency. Every design element was curated to enhance the property’s great views, creating a cohesive and inviting landscape that blends style, function, and nature.

Key Design Elements

01.

Half Basketball Court

Installed a concrete, half basketball court to integrate a recreational space with the new landscape.

02.

Fire Pit Seating Area

Installed a fire pit seating area at a corner of backyard using ‘Desert Gold’ decomposed granite to create a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.

03.

Concrete Pathway

Created a sleek and modern color concrete pathway from driveway to main entrance broken up with steppers and beach pebble buff accents for visual interest.

04.

Reading Area

Added a tranquil front yard rest/reading area with a striking olive tree as an accent that will offer shade in the future surrounded by a decomposed granite pad.

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