Gem Court

Budget: $35,000 - $55,000

Location: Austin, TX

Description: In July 2024, we met with Amanda and Mark to redesign their steep, neglected backyard into a space they could truly enjoy. The original yard had a constant slope, rocky ground cover, and overgrown shrubs—making it unusable and unsafe for their toddler. Their goals were to create a comfortable, multi-functional outdoor space with:

• A safe play area for their child
• A dining space and lounge area
• More shade and improved transitions
• A low-maintenance landscape

Key Features:

• Masonry bench-planter-retaining wall
• Flagstone patio
• Custom deck
• Artificial turf (Diamond Cool 50)
• Drip irrigation system
• Shade sails (12'x12')
• Dining area near the kitchen
• Low-maintenance planting beds