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Transformation Stories
Before and after showcases of real projects completed for homeowners throughout the Twin Cities South Metro.
Front Porch Landscape Redesign with Small Boulder Wall
This project involved completely redesigning the front landscape bed to give the home a fresh, polished look from the street. We tore everything out from the existing bed and re-placed the current boulders into a small boulder wall to retain the mulch behind it — a thoughtful, structural upgrade that adds depth and definition to the entryway. To bring the landscape bed to life, we installed a curated selection of plants and bushes that add color, texture, and year-round interest. We finished the design with a layer of 6"–12" river rock, giving the bed a distinctive, low-maintenance look that frames the porch beautifully. The combination of the boulder wall, fresh plantings, and decorative river rock transformed a tired bed into a standout front-yard feature.
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Complete Landscape Makeover with New Retaining Wall
This was a full-property landscape makeover that completely transformed the look and feel of the home. We started by tearing out the old rock and mulch throughout the yard, giving the property a clean slate. The existing timber wall was removed and replaced with a new, modern retaining wall that adds both structural integrity and a polished finish — complete with decorative gravel, purple flowering plants, and lush greenery that softens the hardscape beautifully. To really bring the landscaping to life, we added a wide variety of plants and bushes throughout the property — carefully selected to add color, texture, and year-round interest. The combination of fresh material, upgraded hardscape, and lush plantings turned a tired yard into a standout property that catches the eye from every angle.
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Complete Property Renovation with River Rock, Mulch & Sod
This was a whole-property landscaping renovation that touched nearly every part of the yard. We tore out the existing beds and weeds and started fresh with a clean, defined layout using river rock as the primary ground cover, dark brown mulch in the planting beds, and fresh sod to bring the lawn back to life. We installed a mix of both plastic and metal edging throughout the property to give every bed a crisp, lasting border that holds its shape season after season. The result is a clean, modern landscape that ties the entire yard together — from the front beds to the backyard tree circles and side yard transitions.
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Landscape Bed Transformation with Gray Trap Rock
This project involved removing the existing mulch and upgrading the landscape beds with this beautiful 2.5" gray trap rock, gray trap boulders for edging as well as black steel edging. The new materials create clean, defined bed lines while providing a low-maintenance, long-lasting landscape solution. The combination of the gray trap rock and boulders complements the home's exterior, adds texture and contrast, and delivers a high-end custom appearance. The finished result significantly enhances curb appeal, makes the property stand out, and gives the home a clean, modern look that truly pops.
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Garden Pathway with Black Metal Arbor Tunnel
A custom garden pathway featuring a striking black metal arbor tunnel with flagstone stepping stones set in decorative gravel. River rock borders the path while fresh landscape edging and defined bed lines keep the surrounding planting beds looking tidy and well-maintained. The finished walkway creates a beautiful, inviting journey through the yard and adds a unique architectural feature to the landscape.
Boulder-Edged Tree Bed with Flagstone Walkway
This tree bed transformation was all about creating a clean, eye-catching focal point. We framed the bed with hand-placed boulder edging, which gives the landscape a beautiful, natural appeal and a defined border that elevates the entire look. Inside the bed, we installed a gorgeous blue-brown flagstone walkway set into fresh dark mulch, creating both function and flow through the bed. To finish it off, we planted ornamental grasses and hostas that add soft texture, movement, and contrast — they really make the whole design pop. The combination of boulders, flagstone, and lush plantings turns an ordinary tree base into a standout landscape feature.
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Complete Front Yard Transformation with New Sod & Mulch Beds
This project completely transformed the look of the home. We removed the old, tired landscaping and replaced it with clean, defined bed lines and a polished design that makes the house really pop. To level out an uneven area of the yard, we removed the old sod, added fresh topsoil to bring the grade up, and laid new sod for a smooth, lush, even lawn. Inside the new beds, we used a light brown mulch that brightens the front of the home and ties the whole look together. We also added a beautiful evergreen for year-round color and structure, giving the home a fresh, finished curb appeal that lasts through every season.
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