Water elements are becoming more and more common as enhancement in many peoples yards and landscapes, and one of the most elegant and soothing of those is a custom waterfall feature.   At Art of the Yard in Denver, we can design and create a lush, natural waterfall of whatever size and style fits your property,…

Many people will remodel their entire home, top to bottom, but leave their back patio exactly as it was when they first viewed the house.  “It’s just the back yard.   We only go out there when we grill, or when the kids are playing.” are common reasons one might hear.  But a custom designed patio…

There are many reasons to install a retaining wall on your property, both practical and aesthetic, ranging from providing a flat, level area for your garden beds to preventing erosion from the elements to mostly decorative or style related purposes.  The pros at Art of the Yard in Denver can design and install the perfect…

Koi ponds are one of the most popular water installations the world over, and for good reason.  The Koi fish’s distinct personality and beautiful swimming patterns make them an incredible choice when bringing a sense of life and nature to your yard and garden.   Koi are one of the few types of fish who get…

There is little more elegant and aesthetically appealing than having a water feature in your backyard.  The gentle trickling of a rock and plant based small fountain, or of a larger waterfall installation, provides that soothing sense of moving water that can make you truly feel at peace in your yard.  The hypnotic moments of…

Thinking about redesigning the landscape of your yard? If so, you would be wise to have a professional yard design service assess your yard and advise you on what might work best. A professional yard design service can guide you through each step of the decision-making process and then help you create a design that…

  Many people are looking for a special way to make an impact in their yard or garden areas, and the installation of a custom water feature can personalize your outdoor living space and express your sense of style and beauty on the outside of your home.  In the Denver area, Art of the Yard…

The installation of a retaining wall can be one of the single most practical and elegant landscaping decisions you can make.  Not only will it stabilize and shore up any slanted portions of your garden or yard, and provide usable level areas from the hilly or possibly eroding parts of your land, it also can…

 The benefits of having a pond or other water feature in your yard or garden are obvious.  The tranquility and grace of flowing water adds a peaceful sanctuary to your home, and watching the koi in your pond can provide hours of unwinding and relaxing.  But it always seems as though the cleaning and maintenance…

If you’ve decided it is time to put in a patio or replace the one you have, you’re probably starting to think about patio design ideas. It is easy to stick to one of the basic traditional, simple patios, but with a little inspiration and help from trained professionals, you can have a patio that…