Succulent Frames

We've been up to many interesting projects over the past few months here at R&S.  This is one we're particularly excited about since we've always wanted to make them, but never been able to find the time (or the right job). 

This set hangs on a shaded patio wall.

This large one hangs on a hot, west-facing wall.

(see the genesis of this one after the jump)

Small Spaces

We completed this beach-side jewel box earlier this summer. Since our office is not close to Balboa Island, the general contractor installed all the hardscape and left all the fun details up to us like the copper trellis, fountain and all the planting. 

 

Palms aren't usually part of our palette, but it seemed appropriate here - plus multi-trunked King Palms are pretty stunning.  

Conceptual sketch

 

Custom fountain incorporating Client's grandmother's lantern, collected beach shells and Topanga fossils (from our office) in a handmade copper basin. 

Small Garden Spaces

A spacious garden can be hard to come by in many Southern California beach communities.  The lots are usually maximized to accommodate as much house as possible which means the remaining exterior space must be well designed, like a jewel box.  We installed this Venice project in early 2008.  The waterwall, lush with ferns, was meant to invoke the Santa Monica mountain canyon walls with their beautiful seeps and waterfalls.  It is a major focal point for the house; glimpsed from the front door then transformed into the dining area wall with a 12' long glass door. 

After

From the wood trellis on the adjacent wall hangs boxes which contain succulents and herbs, this helps to create a more usable, intimate space.