Contemporary resilience in Altadena
A Spanish-inspired welcome, shaped for gathering.
Set in Altadena’s higher elevations, Spanish Horizon brings traditional Spanish architectural character together with a contemporary rhythm for outdoor living. The design connects a welcoming front approach with a poolside backyard retreat, creating distinct places for arrival, entertaining, and quieter evenings at home.
Design in progressThis page presents the project’s drawings and design intentions. The gallery contains plans only; there are no before or after photographs.
Explore the site layout, backyard plan, and planting sheets. Select any drawing to enlarge it and move through the gallery.
Portfolio preview of the front approach, driveway paving, planting zones, and overall landscape layout. AI-cleaned for presentation; refer to the original drawing for technical details.
Redacted backyard plan arranging the pool and spa, elevated pergola platform, outdoor kitchen, patios, and planting.
First planting and materials sheet with selected species, quantities, and landscape references.
Second planting and materials sheet with additional plant selections and landscape references.
The project brief describes a multi-level outdoor setting that honors the home’s Spanish character while supporting an active, welcoming way of living. Each area is connected through material, planting, and clear transitions.
Stucco entry pillars and Spanish-style lights establish a warm welcome from the street. Saltillo tile steps lead toward a winding path framed by Mediterranean planting, sculpted Little Ollie shrubs, and an Ann Magnolia. Terracotta pavers and contrasting Mexican beach-pebble bands give the driveway a distinctive pattern, with a motorized aluminum gate completing the entry.
The backyard is planned around a pool and integrated spa, with an open lawn and a raised pergola platform as its social center. The pergola setting includes a custom outdoor kitchen, Saltillo tile counter, and relaxed seating. Decking, patterned pavers, and a tucked-away fireplace lounge create connected places to spend time outdoors.
Evergreen screening, drought-tolerant planting, natural boulders, and flowering accent trees bring texture and privacy beneath the mature trees. The material palette also considers local fire-safety needs; final product specifications and ratings should be confirmed with the project team and supplier.
Project description adapted from the supplied design brief. The plans show design intent; this page does not represent a completed installation.