The landscape design is a reflection of the persistent Californian droughts. The owners decided to implement xeriscaping with artificial turf instead of lawn, and native draught tolerant plants, to keep water consumption as low as possible. Water from a rainwater collection cistern is used for irrigation.  Photo 7 of 7 in Big Outdoor living in a Small Backyard by brigitte@steinesarchitecture.com

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The landscape design is a reflection of the persistent Californian droughts. The owners decided to implement xeriscaping with artificial turf instead of lawn, and native draught tolerant plants, to keep water consumption as low as possible. Water from a rainwater collection cistern is used for irrigation.