Before & After: A Custom Build, An Outdoor Entertaining Oasis and A Small Yard for Kids
There's nothing like a before and after landscape photo to inspire a homeowner. Browse these yard makeover stories from Tilly clients across the country!
A Before and After Backyard Transformation Built for Outdoor Entertaining & Play
BEFORE

Needed a revamp to feel fresh and contemporary
Large backyard pool, but small patio space
Several mature trees dotted around the landscape, but garden beds were sparse
Wanted a classic cottage feel
AFTER

Larger patio for entertaining around the pool
Updated hardscape materials and retaining wall to update the space
Added plants throughout their garden beds to create the aspired look
Multiple outdoor “rooms” for use by teens and adults
Full Yard Design Before and After for A Custom Build, Modern Farmhouse Style
BEFORE

An empty dirt lot and a blank canvas
Unsure how to lay out outdoor spaces
Needed a plan to submit to their HOA
Handy homeowners ready to DIY
AFTER

Outdoor kitchen, entertainment space, al fresco dining, fire pit and still plenty of room for the kids!
Raised garden beds for homegrown produce
Standout curb appeal with front foundation plantings
Endless summer evenings spent outside
A Before and After for a Small Yard with a Kid-Friendly Makeover
BEFORE

Unusable yard with a huge deck, 10 foot hot tub, multiple sheds and danger zones
Pooled water at the foundation of their home
Space surrounded by neighbors on all sides
No area for daughter to play
AFTER

Lounge area, dining area, fire pit, play space, veggie garden and native plants
Fresh plants add vibrancy to their backyard and will fill the space and provide privacy as they mature
A play zone with a swing set
Layout that can transition as their daughter grows and needs change
Our Portfolio
Explore more of our favorite landscape design projects from across the country.

Little Rock, AR
This formal landscape design helped open up the yard and manage a steep slope through smart design. The semicircular fire pit seating wall is the perfect finishing touch for this backyard plan.

San Diego, CA
This small backyard was transformed for unusable to an oasis with a kids playspace, fire pit area, entertaining area, vegetable garden, lawn space and more!

Los Angeles, CA
Tuscany meets California in this backyard design. This romantic cottage design includes climbing roses and jasmine vines on the wooden pergola and trellis around the pool sitting area.

Denver, CO
We love this beautiful patio and yard remodel that opens up the indoor outdoor living space for this homeowner. Privacy elements throughout this design tie together to offer the homeowner a beautiful space to enjoy with their family.

St. Petersburg, FL
This modern landscape design has a glass pool fence and a view of the Gulf. Pops of color are placed throughout the yard!

Orlando, FL
This pergola and fire pit are cozy on the side of the house away from the pool and grill area. A tropical landscape style is achieved with long swathes of shrubs and perennials punctuated by boulders and palm trees.
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