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They installed water-saving artificial grass on their patio for pup Moxy to enjoy.
They installed water-saving artificial grass on their patio for pup Moxy to enjoy.
Originally meant as a Pakistani government building, Kahn's monumental design became the seat of the government of Bangladesh when the country split in two. It's as bold and commanding a symbol of young democracy as the world has ever seen; eight concrete modules envelop a center space cloaked in white marble, while the surrounding artificial lake provides natural cooling and a dramatic backdrop.
Originally meant as a Pakistani government building, Kahn's monumental design became the seat of the government of Bangladesh when the country split in two. It's as bold and commanding a symbol of young democracy as the world has ever seen; eight concrete modules envelop a center space cloaked in white marble, while the surrounding artificial lake provides natural cooling and a dramatic backdrop.
A pebble mosaic and artificial turf divide the yard into zones that never need to be mowed.
A pebble mosaic and artificial turf divide the yard into zones that never need to be mowed.
A hatch door leads to the roof deck, which is lined with artificial turf.
A hatch door leads to the roof deck, which is lined with artificial turf.
The living space overlooks a three-foot-wide covered patio with artificial turf.
The living space overlooks a three-foot-wide covered patio with artificial turf.
The interior courtyard was constructed with artificial turf and built around an existing Italian stone pine tree.
The interior courtyard was constructed with artificial turf and built around an existing Italian stone pine tree.
McLean chose artificial turf for the front yard, where Hana Bea and her sister, Pilar, 9, play as Sharen looks on.
McLean chose artificial turf for the front yard, where Hana Bea and her sister, Pilar, 9, play as Sharen looks on.
Carpeted with artificial turf salvaged from the Santa Monica Airport, the rooftop deck is a green getaway.
Carpeted with artificial turf salvaged from the Santa Monica Airport, the rooftop deck is a green getaway.
The living and kitchen areas were reconfigured to seamlessly join a terrace surfaced with artificial turf and Nature Teka decking by Disegna. The beam was coated in a shade of turquoise paint that matches the Acapulco chairs.
The living and kitchen areas were reconfigured to seamlessly join a terrace surfaced with artificial turf and Nature Teka decking by Disegna. The beam was coated in a shade of turquoise paint that matches the Acapulco chairs.
Yutaka Sone, Astro Turf Performance, 1994 color photograph
Yutaka Sone, Astro Turf Performance, 1994 color photograph
Backyard in Artificial Turf Tiles for Maintenance-Free, Forever-Green Lawn
Backyard in Artificial Turf Tiles for Maintenance-Free, Forever-Green Lawn
A view of the Snail table in situ, with Hella Jongerius's 'Artificial Vases' in the background.
A view of the Snail table in situ, with Hella Jongerius's 'Artificial Vases' in the background.
Backyard landscape view with artificial turf for soft play space.
Backyard landscape view with artificial turf for soft play space.
Low water lavender lines the walkway and artificial turf front lawn
Low water lavender lines the walkway and artificial turf front lawn
Artificial turf and croquet balls add texture and personality to the reception desk.
Artificial turf and croquet balls add texture and personality to the reception desk.
Green and white shrubs and flowers line the walkway and artificial turf front lawn
Green and white shrubs and flowers line the walkway and artificial turf front lawn
Xeriscaping-drought-tolerant landscaping—was an important part of the house's resource efficiency. Instead of a typical lawn, the owners planted a meadow of native grasses and installed artificial turf, which requires no maintenance. The landscape design was a collaboration between CCS and John Greenlee, and was installed by Berkeley-based Siteworks Landscape.
Xeriscaping-drought-tolerant landscaping—was an important part of the house's resource efficiency. Instead of a typical lawn, the owners planted a meadow of native grasses and installed artificial turf, which requires no maintenance. The landscape design was a collaboration between CCS and John Greenlee, and was installed by Berkeley-based Siteworks Landscape.
Carpeted with artificial turf salvaged from the Santa Monica Airport, the rooftop deck is a green getaway.
Carpeted with artificial turf salvaged from the Santa Monica Airport, the rooftop deck is a green getaway.
The rooftop deck has been completely renovated and features artificial turf and an outdoor kitchen perfect for entertaining.
The rooftop deck has been completely renovated and features artificial turf and an outdoor kitchen perfect for entertaining.
The kitchen/great room also features four sets of French doors which open to a "bright, protected terrace and artificial turf garden."
The kitchen/great room also features four sets of French doors which open to a "bright, protected terrace and artificial turf garden."
One of Three Roof Decks Off the Second Story, Artificial Turf Tiles Create a Soft for the Kids to Play and Lounge
One of Three Roof Decks Off the Second Story, Artificial Turf Tiles Create a Soft for the Kids to Play and Lounge
In the kitchen, a mini vertical garden provides fresh aromatic herbs thanks to a mix of direct sun and specialized artificial lighting. A vibrant rubber floor leads the eye forward.
In the kitchen, a mini vertical garden provides fresh aromatic herbs thanks to a mix of direct sun and specialized artificial lighting. A vibrant rubber floor leads the eye forward.
Constructed predominantly with locally quarried stone, steel, poured concrete floors and a turf roof, the horizontal outline of the property harmonizes beautifully with its rugged natural surroundings. The house also has an outdoor terrace with a pool and fireplace, where you can enjoy a cup of tea and take in plenty of fresh air.sd
Constructed predominantly with locally quarried stone, steel, poured concrete floors and a turf roof, the horizontal outline of the property harmonizes beautifully with its rugged natural surroundings. The house also has an outdoor terrace with a pool and fireplace, where you can enjoy a cup of tea and take in plenty of fresh air.sd
1118 Woof Ranch by Pijuan Design Workshop keeps your pup cool—inside or out. A wide eave protects a deck covered in artificial turf, while also providing passive ventilation for the interior.
1118 Woof Ranch by Pijuan Design Workshop keeps your pup cool—inside or out. A wide eave protects a deck covered in artificial turf, while also providing passive ventilation for the interior.
The alley entrance is shaded by a cantilevered volume on the second floor. Turf-block pavers reduce runoff.
The alley entrance is shaded by a cantilevered volume on the second floor. Turf-block pavers reduce runoff.
"I think the strong, simple, unrefined setting of nature all around The Lofthouse forces you into a different state of mind," says Tarah MacAlmon. "There is something that happens mentally when you aren’t on your own man-made turf anymore. You are on nature’s turf, and there really is a certain awe and even pause that comes with that."
"I think the strong, simple, unrefined setting of nature all around The Lofthouse forces you into a different state of mind," says Tarah MacAlmon. "There is something that happens mentally when you aren’t on your own man-made turf anymore. You are on nature’s turf, and there really is a certain awe and even pause that comes with that."
Minarc’s GRASSsit bar stools, topped with synthetic turf recycled from football fields, sit near the barbecue.
Minarc’s GRASSsit bar stools, topped with synthetic turf recycled from football fields, sit near the barbecue.
The outdoor space has been landscaped with synthetic turf, as well as drought-tolerant plants.
The outdoor space has been landscaped with synthetic turf, as well as drought-tolerant plants.
A pup uses the turf ramp to access the "woof deck" for outdoor lounging with a view.
A pup uses the turf ramp to access the "woof deck" for outdoor lounging with a view.
The landscape design is a reflection of the persistent Californian droughts. The owners decided to implement xeriscaping with artificial turf instead of lawn, and native draught tolerant plants, to keep water consumption as low as possible. Water from a rainwater collection cistern is used for irrigation.
The landscape design is a reflection of the persistent Californian droughts. The owners decided to implement xeriscaping with artificial turf instead of lawn, and native draught tolerant plants, to keep water consumption as low as possible. Water from a rainwater collection cistern is used for irrigation.
Waterfront dining occurs with comfort and ambiance. Stained concrete and artificial turf patio is home to this all-weather wicker dining set. A custom-made settee of natural stone veneer and oceanside lineage glass tile. Decorative pillows add to the comfort.
Waterfront dining occurs with comfort and ambiance. Stained concrete and artificial turf patio is home to this all-weather wicker dining set. A custom-made settee of natural stone veneer and oceanside lineage glass tile. Decorative pillows add to the comfort.
The landscape design is a reflection of the persistent Californian droughts. The owners decided to implement xeriscaping with artificial turf instead of lawn, and native draught tolerant plants, to keep water consumption as low as possible. Water from a rainwater collection cistern is used for irrigation.
The landscape design is a reflection of the persistent Californian droughts. The owners decided to implement xeriscaping with artificial turf instead of lawn, and native draught tolerant plants, to keep water consumption as low as possible. Water from a rainwater collection cistern is used for irrigation.
Your business is important to you and you want to ensure that it is going to look nice and beautiful all the time. Maintaining a large area of natural grass may be ideal, but it can take a lot of time and attention, and things can still go wrong. Instead of fighting with the natural grass and hoping that it will always look nice, why not consider commercial turf installation from our team? At Central Turk Co. Atlanta Artificial Grass in Brookhaven, GA, we are proud to offer some of the best in commercial turf installation to make sure that your business looks amazing each time. We can come to your business and discuss all the options. Contact our team today to help you get started. Central Turf Co. Atlanta Artificial Grass 1618 Richwood Drive, Brookhaven, GA 30319 (404) 439-7280 https://www.centralturfcoatl.com/
Your business is important to you and you want to ensure that it is going to look nice and beautiful all the time. Maintaining a large area of natural grass may be ideal, but it can take a lot of time and attention, and things can still go wrong. Instead of fighting with the natural grass and hoping that it will always look nice, why not consider commercial turf installation from our team? At Central Turk Co. Atlanta Artificial Grass in Brookhaven, GA, we are proud to offer some of the best in commercial turf installation to make sure that your business looks amazing each time. We can come to your business and discuss all the options. Contact our team today to help you get started. Central Turf Co. Atlanta Artificial Grass 1618 Richwood Drive, Brookhaven, GA 30319 (404) 439-7280 www.centralturfcoatl.com
The hotel's spa space is set right into the banks on the rushing Valldola. The turf roof seems like a contemporary conceit but in fact is a reference to ancient Scandinavian tradition of sod roofs.
The hotel's spa space is set right into the banks on the rushing Valldola. The turf roof seems like a contemporary conceit but in fact is a reference to ancient Scandinavian tradition of sod roofs.
The roof terrace, with great views to downtown and the waterfront, is a great oasis to get outside during these quarantining time. Previously a bare deck covered in exposed waterproof roofing membrane, an artificial turf floor covering and linear planters add lushness and provide visual boundaries to create a more intimate space.
The roof terrace, with great views to downtown and the waterfront, is a great oasis to get outside during these quarantining time. Previously a bare deck covered in exposed waterproof roofing membrane, an artificial turf floor covering and linear planters add lushness and provide visual boundaries to create a more intimate space.
Garden vignette looking toward the whimsical mint green playhouse. Syringa reticulata ‘Ivory Silk’, pollinator perennials flank the artificial turf to create a soft and inviting play zone that invite you to the small HUT designed and build by our client and friend Wayne Congar of www.huts.nyc.
Garden vignette looking toward the whimsical mint green playhouse. Syringa reticulata ‘Ivory Silk’, pollinator perennials flank the artificial turf to create a soft and inviting play zone that invite you to the small HUT designed and build by our client and friend Wayne Congar of www.huts.nyc.

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