California Landscape Design

 “Southwood”
Silver Award, Residential Category over $100,000
Project Location: Orinda, CA

Photos by Joe Dodd

A Corten steel sculpture and raised Corten planters add warmth and interest to a linear entryway. Drought-tolerant and California natives reduce water consumption (above).

Usable space was established with the use of decking material to expand outdoor living around an existing pool, turning previously unusable space into functional space.

JUDGES' FEEDBACK: This project is well executed technically. The connection and increased usable space around the pool work well. The pool emphasis is good, and it stages well. The repetition of the linear layout with the shapes, deck boards, and cable railing is very successful. It’s a good space and a good place to entertain.

ABOUT COLIN MILLER: Colin is a Bay Area native, who has been deeply influenced by Northern California’s many unique surroundings. After receiving his Landscape Architecture Bachelor Degree from Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo, he had the privilege of studying historical and modern landscapes throughout Europe. Since then, he’s received numerous awards as well as international recognition for his design work.

Throughout his practice, Colin works to respond to the unique needs of each of his clients by creating innovative spaces that fit comfortably into the surrounding area.