Northern Michigan Residence

Northern Michigan Residence by Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects Located in the beautiful landscape of Northern Michigan, the Northern Michigan Residence by Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects illustrates our drive for creating outdoor spaces which meld natural beauty and client ambitions. The constructive landscape combines abundant native plantings along with thoughtfully placed hardscape elements that marry the home's interior spaces with the stunning landscape. The design has impressive outdoor living areas including a stone patio made with locally sourced limestone which provides a solid and stylish place to entertain. A custom-designed fire pit constructed with local boulders serves as a primary gathering element and sitting areas are designed to provide the utmost comfort while star gazing. Beyond functional interest, we then interspersed perennial gardens, ornamental grasses, and native shrubs on our clients' property to provide some exciting and colorful brevity, while engaging wildlife as well. During the , one of the challenges was addressing the sloping topography of the site. Our team designed a unique retaining wall system that helped stabilize the land while also providing an ornamental quality to the landscape. A retaining wall option like this, when coupled with terraced garden beds were opportunities for dynamic planting while also helping with stability. One important aspect of the was the use of quality and sustainable materials. Not only do we want our work to endure the last benefit of a reduced impact on the environment. Surrounding the landscape in attractive products like natural stone, permeable pavers, and organic mulch would beautify the landscape and also support healthy water drainage and soil responsibility. All together the final product, finished on the exterior of the home exceeded our client's functional needs and met her aesthetic desires. The Northern Michigan Residence now embodies Hoerr Schaudt's commitment to quality , innovative designs, and desire to please our clients. This residence has not only made the home more beautiful but has also assisted the family's lifestyle suitable for a Euphoric escape that fits well within the stunning primary landscape characteristic of this area.