An unused driveway gets a family-friendly makeover.
The backyard of this classic Mediterranean home had previously been designed as a lovely outdoor gathering place perfect for entertaining, but as their family grew the homeowners wanted to carve out more kid-friendly space for their children. A narrow foundation planting bed softens the expanse of green turf while maximizing play area. Poured concrete pavers tie the side yard to the concrete patio, where adults can dine and socialize with their children close at hand.