The Purpose
In a city like Brooklyn, a backyard has to do a lot with a little. This Brooklyn Heights home had a compact space with real promise, and the goal was to turn it into an elevated outdoor retreat: a place that feels as comfortable as the rooms inside. Working closely with the homeowners, we focused on making every square foot useful and bringing the garden back to life. Fresh planting restores its natural vitality, and custom living areas carry the home’s interior style outdoors. The result is a backyard that looks refined, feels welcoming, and gets used every day.
The Challenge
Not every corner of a city yard is easy to grow in. Some areas get little light, others see constant foot traffic, and a compact footprint leaves no room for mistakes. We matched each area to the right solution. Hardy, drought-tolerant plants went where they can thrive, high-quality lifelike greenery fills the shaded and busy spots where natural plants would struggle, and a water system works quietly to protect the soil. The finished yard stays green, balanced, and inviting through the seasons, without a heavy upkeep load.
what we do
To Meet These Goals, We Implemented a Series of Thoughtful, Practical Solutions:
- A Garden Renewed
We refreshed the planting areas and chose drought-tolerant, climate-adapted native plants that suit an urban garden and need less pruning and watering.
- Greenery for Hard Spots
Life like greenery in low-light and high-traffic areas keeps color and a full look in the places where natural plants struggle most.
- Water Handled Quietly
Custom drainage and automated irrigation protect the soil and help the plants stay healthy with little effort from the homeowners.
- Outdoor Rooms That Match the Home
Dining, lounging, and gathering areas were designed to echo the home’s interior style, making the most of the compact space.