LAKE HIGHLANDS

Shadydale

Designed for a young family with kids, this project was a collaboration with M Gray Architecture, and transforms a previously disjointed backyard outdoor space into a bold, highly functional extension of their creatively renovated home. With construction by Constructionologists and interiors by Guilded Heights, the landscape blends edgy modernism with organic elements, using steel and concrete details repeatedly to echo the home’s unique architecture. In the backyard, artificial turf flows seamlessly to the pool’s edge, maximizing play space, while the front yard features a gravel fire pit that encourages neighborly connection. Sensitivity to existing trees helped frame and soften the industrial palette, creating a wild yet intentional feel throughout. Captured beautifully by photographer Costa Christ, the result is a cohesive, playful, and inviting outdoor environment that mirrors the family's vibrant lifestyle.

Preston Haven