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Design elements are the icing on the cake, defining the look and feel of a landscape.

This Fullerton, CA yard is no exception. Seeking a crisp, modern style with a little Spanish flair, Yardzen included a series of design elements to establish a luxurious-but-livable atmosphere that embraces the Southern California landscape.

From plant containers to light fixtures, throw pillows to coffee tables, you’ll find shoppable links for every design element your designer selects included with your Yardzen design.


Front yard, concrete walkway, sitting area on front porch, flower beds and pots, garden lamps.

The front yard balances native wildness with modern hardscape, with shaggy ground cover overlapping the edges of an oversized paver path. Blonde wood, cool concrete, and pale stone establish a sun-bleached palette that is reflected in the planting’s dusty hues.

Patio furnishings emphasize this look with matching wood benches and table, and pillows that cue off white stucco walls and pale blue succulents.

Minimalist path lights casually signify an upscale design, while stone planters elevate Agaves to punctuate the entry path, putting a desert twist on a traditional design element.



Cast stone tall planter.

Azina Planter Tall, Pottery Barn



Beach stripe woven tassel lumbar pillow.

Beach Stripe Pillow, Serena & Lily



Exterior metal paint bucket from Benjamin Moore.

Black Satin, Benjamin Moore



A ronde teak bench, rejuvenation

Ronde Teak Bench, Rejuvenation



Brigton rattan lantern

10” Brigton Rattan Lantern, Crate&Barrel



Medium cast stone planter.

Azina Planter Medium, Pottery Barn



Black landscape LED accent spot light.

Landscape LED Accent Spot Light, Lamps Plus



Bronze Boyleston LED path light.

Boyleston LED Path Light, Rejuvenation



Fenced yard, outdoor sitting area with ottoman, white rug, pillows, lawn, plants and trees, pool

The themes established in the front yard carry on in this pool zone.

Wood furnishings repeat the light tone of the deck and the front porch, while chunky white pillows offer a comfy place to bask in the sun with company. A pale rug expresses an outdoor living room feel, while further cementing the bright and restrained color palette.

Stucco walls and decorative tiling on the pool continue the design’s subtle nods to Spanish patio design.



Balmain teak lounge chair.

Balmain Teak Lounge Chair, Restoration Hardware



Beach stripe woven tassel throw pillow.

Beach Stripe Pillow, Serena & Lily



Canvas cushion covers

Sunbrella Canvas Stone Pillow, Crate&Barrel



White outdoor sofa with brown wooden frame

Balmain Teak Sofa, Restoration Hardware



Beach stripe woven tassel lumbar pillow.

Beach Stripe Pillow, Serena & Lily



Rattan candle lantern

10” Brigton Rattan Lantern, Crate&Barrel



Tana natural teak wood outdoor stool.

Tana Stool, Article



Tess mini planter in grey and ivory stripes.

Tess Planter, Design Within Reach



White Balmain teak ottoman.

Balmain Teak Ottoman, Restoration Hardware



White ceramic plant pot and bamboo base

White Ceramic Planter, Wayfair



Brown outdoor bench

Balmain Teak Coffee Table, Restoration Hardware



Haugen braided rug.

Haugen Braided Rug, McGee & Co.



Fenced yard, pool, sun loungers, lawn, trees, raised flower beds, plants & flowers in garden area.

Pillows can do a lot! While more Bohemian designs may opt for a bright or patterned pillow, here we see the nature-meets-modern feel expressed through the natural fiber pillow, set upon elegant teak and white chaise lounges.

Orange trees and a row of upright evergreens set a casual Mediterranean tone, while vegetable beds counter the upscale design with a touch of earthiness.



Outdoor eucalyptus wood pool shower, bucket, towels on wall hook, bath caddy.

Outdoor Eucalyptus Wood Pool Shower, Pottery Barn



Faux natural fiber crochet fringe throw pillow.

Faux Natural Fiber Crochet Pillow, Pottery Barn



Outdoor chaise lounge

Balmain Teak Chaise Lounge, Restoration Hardware



Natural cedar raised garden bed.

Natural Cedar Raised Garden Beds, Earth Easy



Fenced graveled backyard, outdoor sitting area, fire pit, trees, flower beds, lawn, lanterns.

Especially in hot climates, designs should embrace the nighttime.

Fire pits provide a great outdoor activity to enjoy with family and friends in the cool of the evening. This circular concrete pit doubles as a shelf for drinks, and continues the modern material theme seen throughout the yard.

Minimal light fixtures offer dramatic lighting to frame the fire pit zone, while decorative lanterns give it a touch of extra style.



Black landscape LED accent spot light.

Landscape LED Accent Spot Light, Lamps Plus



Brigton rattan lantern.

10” Brigton Rattan Lantern, Crate&Barrel



Round fire table.

Yountville Round Fire Table, Restoration Hardware



Portside outdoor lounge chair.

Portside Outdoor Lounge Chair, West Elm



Faux natural fiber crochet fringe pillow

Faux Natural Fiber Crochet Pillow, Pottery Barn



Beach stripe woven tassel throw pillow.

Beach Stripe Pillow, Serena & Lily



Cast stone tall planter.

Azina Planter Tall, Pottery Barn



Rattan candle lantern with metal handle

16” Brigton Rattan Lantern, Crate&Barrel



Backyard outdoor sitting area, fire pit, lanterns, lawn with concrete walkway, plant pots.

Consistency is key, and this design has it. The concrete and blonde wood we found upon entering the yard works its way through the entire property, culminating in this elegant California room.

Concrete floors ooze modern style, while keeping bare feet nice and cool (and if it’s too cold, pop your feet on that cozy rug). Meanwhile, the wood coffee table and chairs enjoy a fun call-and-response with the wood-paneled ceiling.

While you’re looking up, enjoy that playful pendant light. Together with the tabletop lantern and fiber throw pillows, it evokes the same nature-meets-modern theme we find throughout the design.



Cast stone medium planter.

Azina Planter Medium, Pottery Barn



Cast stone planter

Azina Planter Tall, Pottery Barn



Rattan candle lantern with metal handle

16” Brigton Rattan Lantern, Crate&Barrel



Pacifica outdoor rattan globe.

Pacifica Outdoor Pendant, Serena & Lily



Faux natural fiber crochet fringe throw pillow.

Faux Natural Fiber Crochet Pillow, Pottery Barn



Brown outdoor bench

Balmain Teak Coffee Table, Restoration Hardware



Haugen braided rug.

Haugen Braided Rug, McGee & Co.



Portside outdoor lounge chair

Portside Outdoor Lounge Chair, West Elm

Work with the expert landscape and exterior design team at Yardzen to reimagine your home!

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