For the courtyard project we've looked at over the past couple of weeks, as I mentioned previosly, the homeowners pretty much started demolition the day after the design was presented. Once all of the old plantings, walkways, steps and railings were out of the way, they came in and ran the necessary electrical and pipes for irrigation. Then, the "hard part" could begin!
We chose a rustic, man-made paver in an "Autumn blend", to coordinate with the Mediterranean colors in the house, and the existing walkway down the side of the house that will connect with the new paving. But first, the pergola was constructed at one end of the courtyard area. This pergola spans from the house to the apartment behind, and was carefully designed to fit precisely between and under the eaves of these two structures.
Though we most often recommend painting pergolas and arbors, this one will be sealed, but left natural for a more rustic appearance. Here are more detail shots of the paver installation.
These areas along the side will be bordered with additional brick pavers to create the planting spaces.
And this centrally located circular area will house the fountain.
Several details of the project are still being finished up, so the final photographs may not appear for a couple of weeks. But while we wait, we'll take a look at a large renovation project, also currently under way. See you there!
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