Lasting Craftsmanship Along the Fox River
Where Nature Shapes a Sanctuary
Set along the Fox River, this intimate hillside property was designed to balance beauty, function, and nature. Though modest in scale, it presented complex challenges, from stabilizing a steep, erosion-prone slope to designing within a deer-heavy area while complementing the home’s natural stone architecture.
The homeowners envisioned a welcoming space to gather by the fire, enjoy the river view, and embrace the changing seasons. Our team delivered a thoughtful design featuring a paver patio with a gas fire pit, flagstone walkway, and vibrant, deer-resistant plantings that soften and shape the landscape. A pergola, added later by another contractor, completes the sense of an outdoor room.
To protect the hillside, we implemented strategic planting and careful grading, ensuring long-term stability and open views to the water. Today, Van Zeeland continues to care for this landscape through a custom maintenance program, preserving its beauty and vitality season after season.
Lasting Craftsmanship Along the Fox River
The design included:
Flagstone and paver walkways connecting the home to the riverfront
A gas fire pit patio for year-round gatherings
Erosion control measures integrated with planting design
Deer-resistant, color-rich plantings for multi-season appeal
A pergola (installed by another contractor) defining the entertainment space
Ongoing customized maintenance by Van Zeeland
What began as a small-scale project has become a continually evolving landscape, a riverside retreat where every detail, from stone to bloom, tells a story of care, craft, and connection to nature.
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