Southpaw Collaborative

Southpaw Collaborative We design beautiful and functional, outdoor living spaces in collaboration with our clients.

Gearing up for the spring rush over coffee at Weird Brothers Coffee - what’s your go to coffee order?
02/29/2024

Gearing up for the spring rush over coffee at Weird Brothers Coffee - what’s your go to coffee order?

It’s and we’re taking a moment to recognize the studio’s resident supurrvisor Latte. She’s only 8 pounds but she has t...
04/11/2023

It’s and we’re taking a moment to recognize the studio’s resident supurrvisor Latte. She’s only 8 pounds but she has the attitude of a much larger cat. Do your pets like when you ? We’d love to see them! Drop a picture below.

Summer is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to start planning your outdoor living space! Southpaw Coll...
03/31/2023

Summer is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to start planning your outdoor living space! Southpaw Collaborative is here to help you create a stunning and functional space that you can enjoy all summer long. Our personalized designs are tailored to your specific needs and preferences, ensuring that your outdoor space is both beautiful and practical. Contact us today to get started on your dream outdoor living project! Southpaw Collaborative

It's - Today I'd like to recognize Beatrix Farrand, a trailblazing landscape architect who made significant contributi...
03/08/2023

It's - Today I'd like to recognize Beatrix Farrand, a trailblazing landscape architect who made significant contributions to the field and inspired generations of designers. Farrand (1872-1959) was one of the first female practitioners of landscape architecture in the United States and created many iconic gardens, estates, and campuses during her career. Her work combined artistic vision, ecological sensitivity, and technical expertise to shape outdoor spaces that were both beautiful and functional.

One of Farrand's most famous projects is the Dumbarton Oaks garden in Washington, D.C., which she designed from 1921 to 1946. This 10-acre site, owned by Robert and Mildred Bliss, was transformed from a neglected property into a series of outdoor rooms that showcase a variety of plants, textures, and colors. Farrand's design included fountains, pools, terraces, paths, and a kitchen garden, all arranged in a harmonious and elegant way. She also incorporated historical and cultural references, such as Roman and Islamic motifs, as well as modern innovations, such as a water-recycling system and an herbaceous border.

In addition to her private commissions, Farrand was involved in shaping several public spaces, such as the Princeton University campus in New Jersey and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden in Maine. She was a founding member of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) and the first woman to serve on its executive committee.

Farrand's impact on the field of landscape architecture was significant and lasting. She was one of the first champions of , She helped establish landscape architecture as a profession that combines horticulture, architecture, engineering, and ecology, and elevated its status as an art form that enriches people's lives. She also challenged gender norms and stereotypes by pursuing a career in a male-dominated field and proving that women can excel in any profession they choose.

Let's celebrate Beatrix Farrand's legacy and continue to honor her vision of creating inspiring and sustainable outdoor environments for everyone to enjoy!

Photos via DC Gardens http://dcgardens.com/dumbarton-oaks/

03/03/2023

A 3D design can make the decision making process for your project easier. Here are a few clips from a recent 3D visualization we provided our client.

We were excited to spot one of our favorite "first signs of spring" this week. Daffodils are a hardy perennial that are ...
02/24/2023

We were excited to spot one of our favorite "first signs of spring" this week. Daffodils are a hardy perennial that are deer and rodent resistant showing their sunshine like faces in the late winter year after year. Daffodils are the March birth flower, but the best time to plant their bulbs is in the fall. In an open planting bed they may spread to fill the area, but they're also great in pots or between shrubs.

Here are some more pictures from our front hillside landscape and walkway project in collaboration with Black Pearl Mana...
09/06/2022

Here are some more pictures from our front hillside landscape and walkway project in collaboration with Black Pearl Management and John F. Heltzel AIA Architects.

Take note of the color scheme, type of furniture and accessories that give a sleek, clean and contemporary feel to the front of the house.

Check out our contemporary moodboard (linked in bio) to get some decor inspiration 🤩

Contact us to get your dream project started today!

Want to add a ✨rustic✨ touch to your backyard patio? Look no further!Take note of the colors, style of furniture and rus...
08/25/2022

Want to add a ✨rustic✨ touch to your backyard patio? Look no further!

Take note of the colors, style of furniture and rustic accessories. Add in elements such a fire pit, flowers and a cool fountain! 🌺🔥⛲️

To shop these items and see more decor inspiration, visit our “Rustic Outdoors” Pinterest board through the link in our bio!

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