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Red-Walled Courtyard Garden in Phoenix: Transforming a Front Yard into a Social Hub

Victor Vasquez and Scott Aycock wanted a garden to relax and socialize with neighbors. Designer Carrie Nimmer transformed the flat, traditional front yard into a bold courtyard matching the Spanish-Mediterranean architecture.

Red walls frame courtyard filled with wildflowers, desert shrubs, cactus, succulents.
Colored concrete paving leads to built-in seating.
Plant-filled containers add color/texture to patios and walls.

"Wonderful example of turning a useless garden into a highly useable one," responded a juror.

DESIGNER: Carrie Nimmer, Landscape Designer, Phoenix (602/254-0300)

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