Author: Alfresco Living Design

Designer exteriors landscapes environments Interior Design / Interior Space Planning

Best of houzz 2022

January 25, 2019

Larry Myers of Alfresco Living Design was awarded best of houzz 2022 in part for work completed for interior design as well as exterior design work. Working seamlessly in a multitude of environments result in continuity of spaces supporting a life style for indoor and outdoor living and an individualized sense of space.

Best of Houzz 2016

January 13, 2016

Alfresco Living Design Alfresco Living Design Awarded Best Of Houzz 2016 Over 35 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building, Remodelling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World Alfresco Living Design of Victoria, British Columbia has won “Best Of Customer Service on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodelling and design. … More Best of Houzz 2016

Best of Houzz 2015

December 13, 2015

Alfresco Living Design Alfresco Living Design Awarded Best Of Houzz 2015 Over 35 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building, Remodelling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World Alfresco Living Design of Victoria, British Columbia has won “Best Of Customer Service on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodelling and design. … More Best of Houzz 2015

Staging a Landscape

October 8, 2015

Exterior Staging “Prepare to List” In todays competitive market place, a return on investment and securing a sale may require planning and preparation. First impressions are important and the “curb appeal” is essential to get people into the home. Today’s life style extends beyond the residence, and outdoor spaces continue to represent a large portion … More Staging a Landscape

Solar Study

April 18, 2013

Solar Study for a Landscape Design on a residential Small Lot Subdivision. This information is a very powerful tool for decision making and substantiating the rationale to all stake holders.

Oak Lanes / The Concept

February 12, 2013

The modern architectural design by Russ Treloar provided an opportunity to envelope the residence and ground the structure to the site.  A conscious decision to compartmentalize the landscape enabled the creation of a progression of garden sections.  The address and entrances are more structured and formal, designed to emphasize and reinforce the structural geometry of … More Oak Lanes / The Concept

On the Patio

March 7, 2012

Spring will soon be upon us and many us welcome the patio season.  For those looking to extend the exterior living space,  support lifestyle  and meet objectives, there are design principles to consider.  A good design will both function efficiently and offer aesthetic value compatible with an individuals style preference. The first is order, which is … More On the Patio

Patio Design

March 3, 2012

Patio systems should allow for efficient flow and access. Lifestyle, recreational use and function is determined by the spatial delineation and design layout. Connectivity and access to the residence is important. How the patio is designed and configured will in part define the use of the space and determine the flow of movement. When designing … More Patio Design

Zonal Denial

February 19, 2012

Change is in the Wind I am currently working on several design projects. Ultimately I will be producing a planting schedule and plan for my clients. The weather patterns over the past few years indicate  a change,  and at times have  not been conducive for planting or even remotely reminiscent of accepted biogeoclamatic zones.  Coupled … More Zonal Denial

Exterior, Landscape and Environment.

February 11, 2012

Landscapes are an environmental expression of a lifestyle, a reflection of your personality, preferences and  sense of style.  The landscape should have some connectivity to the site, architecture and interior decorum and integrate into the “landscape at large”” or greater perspective.  Landscapes are an opportunity to create the environment conducive for your lifestyle, recreational, entertaining … More Exterior, Landscape and Environment.

Garden Suites

February 10, 2012

Garden Suites Garden Suite The City of Victoria has introduced a Garden Suite Policy.  A Garden Suite is  a detached legal suite located in the rear yard on property, with an Existing Land Use currently zoned with a Single Family Dwelling designation.   The existing residence cannot have an existing suite.  This may be a viable … More Garden Suites

Circulation in the Landscape

February 10, 2012

Circulation and spatial management is import for efficiency, connectivity and defines how we use and move within the landscape.  Design with flow and circulation creates a more balanced and versatile landscape.  Create a sense of discovery with movement through a space.  Have destinations and reward  the viewer with surprise, discovery and a new perspective to … More Circulation in the Landscape

Size Matters

February 10, 2012

“Size Matters”  I recently was commissioned to complete a landscape plan for a project qualifying under the Small Lot Subdivision Policy in the City of Victoria.  A lot zoned for a single family dwelling was subdivided and two new homes were constructed on small adjoining lots.  The two homes have a basement, main floor and … More Size Matters

Emerging Trends

February 9, 2012

Influences  I do not subscribe to any particular fashion or trend in my personal or professional life.  It is fair to be aware of certain influences and emerging  directions that may warrant consideration.  Landscapes are changing as society evolves.  Again, demographics, economics and technology all have impacts.  The following list highlights a number of practices … More Emerging Trends