Karen & Dan Doore had a great challenge for AquaTerra: They wanted to create a fun and functional backyard space for their children and grandchildren to use, despite some significant structural and configuration limitations. Structure and Permitting Challenges The main hurdle we faced was the 20’ gabion embankment that abuts the Doore’s yard. The embankment […]
Everything comes in and out of trend; landscape design is no exception to this! Sustainability and low-maintenance design have been the trendiest pursuits for most businesses as of 2015. Sustainability is currently a hot topic in our industry and in everyday life, with ideas ranging from ways to catch solar energy, harvest rain water, or […]
Preston Hollow Paradise We recently wrapped up and photographed a new construction, master-planned design + build project in the Preston Hollow neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. The initial concept was inspired by the home’s architecture and our client’s desire for a modern home that is not only comfortable to live in, but also to entertain. Front […]
Large estates and gardens can be stunning, and we all appreciate beautiful landscape design done on a large scale. However, when it comes to value, care and maintenance, and our community, large gardens and oversized lawns can have their drawbacks. Below are some benefits only small outdoor spaces can deliver. If you’re in the market […]
Outdoor improvements add so much enjoyment to your property, but we know they are a big undertaking and investment! AquaTerra has dedicated our services to mitigating the homeowner workload during the construction process. Using our time and talents to manage your design all the way from the first vision you had to the first dinner […]
The temperatures are finally cooling down enough for us to get outside and enjoy our patios and decks. The autumn weather is also perfect for sprucing up the landscape. Fall is the ideal time to plant trees in Texas. New trees do well when the soil temperature is above 40 degrees, which is year-round in much of the […]
Sustainable landscapes don’t have to be ugly. A common misnomer is that, in order to be sustainable, a landscape must be full of native plants, sticks, and weed-like wildflowers. Don’t get me wrong, there are some incredible firms designing and installing beautiful sustainable landscapes, but I also see a lot of them in our area […]
Information travels faster than ever, and at AquaTerra Outdoors, we believe this is one of the driving factors behind the growing trend of outdoor living environments, especially outdoor kitchens. We have access to more inspirational photos than we can absorb and as designers, we love it! This immediate access to inspirational photos from resorts, luxury homes, yachts, and […]
Having access to the outdoors, whether it be a small balcony in the city or a sprawling backyard in the suburbs, is a luxury to most people. However, many struggle with what to do with the space they have. Luckily for you, we are here to help! Below are a few tips on how to take […]
AquaTerra is committed to furthering the education of our employees and investing in the next generation of Landscape Architects. Recently, Kylee Sims, Designer and Assistant Project Manager, took the Landscape Architect Registration Exam (better known as the L.A.R.E.) and wanted to share what she learned about the test taking process. We are so proud of […]
Originally, this backyard was far from the tropical getaway that this client desired. After extensive time spent in the Caribbean on their private yacht, they wanted to bring a sufficient amount of that lush tranquility to their backyard in Dallas, TX. We took inspiration from a few of their images gathered while they were on […]
This remarkable Greek-inspired indoor Roman bathhouse facility has a blend of contemporary rectilinear components with Greek-Roman architectural elements and finishes. Features include the over-extending, ancient-style aqueduct that transitions from the spa into the pool and the hand-carved fire-water features at each end of the room. The aqueduct is a key relevance to the style which […]
Our client asked for a modern, timeless, elegant, and fun pool environment. We took advantage of every inch this backyard offered and created a minimalist zero edge artistic pool environment. This environment includes a zero-edge pool and spa finished in glass tile, water lounge, multiple benches, ipe decks, automated linear fire feature, water feature wall, […]
AquaTerra Outdoors is ecstatic to receive more recognition from the APSP Region 3 Design Awards. Amongst our recent awards, we’re taking home the Gold Award in the Concrete Spa category! Gold Award in Concrete Spa category — We are so excited to have received a Gold in the Concrete Spa category for one of our […]
Last month, AquaTerra christened the location of our new office headquarters with a wonderful groundbreaking ceremony. The new location will house the entire team in one facility and that is certainly cause for celebration! As we have grown over the years, the lack of space required our construction team to be located remotely. The new […]
We were delighted to have our Little Horn project showcased in a great project inspiration post on Architecture Art Design. We are always honored to have one of our projects show up on these types of lists! See the entire list. This project is one of AquaTerra’s most popular projects. On Houzz, it ranks in the […]
It’s always a fun surprise when you’re flipping through a magazine and you see one of your projects in it. We recently discovered that our project in University Park was featured in Traditional Home’s Elegant Homes magazine. Being featured in a magazine is such an honor, and we are grateful for our excellent team and […]
Have you ever wondered what makes AquaTerra the Award-winning firm that designs builds and manages custom outdoor environments? Business View had a fascinating Q & A with Tal Thevenot, Founder & Principle Designer at AquaTerra Outdoors, about the intricacies and mindset of his highly successful company. Click here to read the full-featured article. Business View […]
AIA Dallas 2017 tour of homes back yard Our team worked closely with Robert Bellamy to create a landscape design that complemented this M-Gray Architecture home design. The front yard of this Dallas home features a unique vertical steel pipe fence that sets the tone of the aesthetic. The home is accented beautifully with floor-to-ceiling […]
Minimalist landscapes are one of the top design trends in landscape design, and it’s easy to see why. Contemporary landscapes tend to require less maintenance. You can create a space that’s both inviting and artful. We’re all about building modern outdoor scapes that connect with the existing surrounding environments, bringing warmth and life into the […]