3518 Federal Avenue

This is a sustainable garden play yard! The owner designed this garden as an experiment for the modern family. They are developing ideas for families with children that are sustainable and functional. The result is a garden that maximizes the use of all the outdoor spaces for gatherings, parties, and exercise.

In the front lawn, They replaced the grass with artificial turf. On one side of the walkway is a putting green under a 20 foot tall teepee that functions as a jungle gym and, when covered, a fun play zone. On the other side an olive tree provides shade for a giant chess game and solar powered pondless water feature (for safety). On both sides, there are raised vegetable and fruit beds. Attractive low water plants grow along the low fence and on the parkway.

The backyard features a climbing wall, a trampoline and a zip line. Plans are in place for a “tree” house to be designed and built by the owners’ 7 year old.