Laying out front path for stone work
New path installed with new planters at entry
Old rockery during construction of new addition
Intricate and unique stone pattern sets a custom look to project
Completed steps
Stone planters and flagstone floor finished - benches awaiting ipe slats
Corner adapted for fire pit
Herb planter filled and dining table and chairs in place
Terrace wall completed and grading ready for sod
Sod laid
Steps to lawn - and step to path above old rockery, linking new addition to old
New stone BBQ on ipe porch off screened in dining area
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Building Structure Stone By Stone

To physically link a newly renovated house to the beauty of the surrounding woods, lake front and pool area by creating a new stone terrace while keeping views intact. Challenge of new land levels, drainage, reforestation and stabilization of soils. Creation of new circular driveway, repositioning of existing garage and laying new stone paths - plus cladding stone chimney, adding a stone BBQ, seating and generous planting boxes as well as rebuilding and replanting existing retaining walls.

Marilyn Elkin
Garden Designer Montréal, Canada