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FRONT ENTRY LANDSCAPE

landscaping / September 24, 2019

Your Entryway Landscape Design

Your entryway landscape design is a visitor’s first impression and the key to ‘curb appeal’. When it comes to designing your entry, start by establishing the concept, the program and the elements you wish to include. One of the most significant principle is that the design should reflect the architectural style of your home as well as present some of your personal style. The design program & team will determine how the space is used but what makes a house exceptional - is how its landscape greets people through a series of experiences, all of them well known to every landscape architect.

The three components of good entry way design include:

  • The Vehicular Experience - Where they park

Living in this automotive society, we see and think from the front seat of the car.  A good planning will avoid the frustration caused when a visitor can't seem to understand where and how to park within your property. When designing a large landscape, the vehicular circulation is even more important!

  • The Pedestrian Experience - How they walk to your door

This entry walk should be a central part of an integrated front yard landscape. Continue the look and feel of your special paving to the front porch and inside the foyer for a seamless connection. To avoid liability, be sure the surfacing you choose is slip-resistant in all weather. Install sufficient lighting at path level to clarify its edges and grade changes, particular if the walkway is sloped.

  • The Entry Experience - What they feel when they get there

The front door is the most important part of the front facade. Every decision made should be considered for its support and accent. The benefit to having a large stoop allows those in a group to stand comfortably as you come to the door. An arbor or overhead structure can be added to make this space more sheltered in inclement weather while punching out the visibility of a minimal doorway. 

Modern Mediterranean Remodel by TERRAIN SEATTLE

Terrain was general contractor on this project for all phases of this massive exterior overhaul, and basement excavation and structural footings.

From the demolition, excavation, and installation of all utilities including gas, water, and side sewer, to the new structural concrete walls and outdoor plazas that were designed and built to capture the sound and Olympic views. The cantilevered view deck has a floating concrete paver system, with a granite outdoor kitchen, bbq, warming drawer, icemaker, sink, and radiant outdoor heater. A leyandai cypress hedge creates a formal secluded backdrop.

The Brown Jordan furniture collection makes this an ideal place for guests to relax while eating dinner at sunset.

The BEFORE & AFTER:

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Terrain now offers landscape design in addition to our installation services. Providing comprehensive design services from initial consultations to design development and any required engineering and permit facilitation. Taking a global approach to our design style - Terrains owners have traveled the world extensively, establishing an impressive network of suppliers, consultants and landscape architects. We believe the world is getting smaller and faster and the traditional way of implementing high end landscape design is out of date…

Take a moment to browse our Portfolio to see samples of some of the work we have done!

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