Robin Langley Sommer

I do much of my work in the residential market, and it's increasingly common for my clients to have relatively small yards for which they want something both unique and special. In those settings (and in larger ones as well, but often not as critically), I've found that it's the small touches that make the most difference.  Frequently, it's these simple decorative elements that transform designs into unique compositions that reflect clients' personalities and gives their homes that special feeling.   Yes, you can create terrific swimming pools and other watershapes and include wonderful hardscape or shade structures and landscaping in any project, but especially in compact spaces, the character of those elements may not be fully expressed or realized until you add these finishing touches. I recently found a wonderful book that shows

I do much of my work in the residential market, and it's increasingly common for my clients to have relatively small yards for which they want something both unique and special. In those settings (and in larger ones as well, but often not as critically), I've found that it's the small touches that make the most difference.  Frequently, it's these simple decorative elements that transform designs into unique compositions that reflect clients' personalities and gives their homes that special feeling.   Yes, you can create terrific swimming pools and other watershapes and include wonderful hardscape or shade structures and landscaping in any project, but especially in compact spaces, the character of those elements may not be fully expressed or realized until you add these finishing touches. I recently found a wonderful book that shows