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The owners were looking to add a functional mudroom which would include lots of storage.

Together, the planting and gravel create a garden that feels natural and cohesive, abundant without feeling overly manicured.

This project in Eureka Valley by Surfacedesign had a limited footprint. The homeowner wanted to create an inviting backyard space for entertaining that was manageable to maintain yet safe and playful for their young children.

Epping’s gravel garden allowed him to grow more drought-tolerant plants, many of which he hadn’t been able to host at his residence before, such as ‘Skyracer’ purple moor grass known for its tall flower stalks that turn gold in fall.

Featured in Epping’s book, writer Ana McCracken made a prairie-inspired gravel garden in Ames, Iowa to complement her rustic farmhouse-style abode.

Built-in details abound, from shelving and seating to the kitchen cabinetry and various wardrobes.

The house was almost completely rebuilt from the foundation up.

The 1,150 square foot white cedar deck has various seating clusters and a plunge pool.

view to new entry from street

Dorchester Interior Mudroom/Lockers

The courtyard improves cross ventilation, captures natural light, and creates a thermal buffer between the two wings.

Salman Rauf of Sauf Works designed a floating desk in white oak for the workspace upstairs.