Private Residence
Town of Mendon, Monroe County, New York
McCord Landscape Architecture was retained to prepare plans for the improvement of the grounds at this elegant home in the Town of Mendon. Work at this private residence included the development of comprehensive plan for site improvements followed by the preparation of detailed construction drawings and planting plans for each phase of work. The landscape components of the project included design of a new stamped concrete driveway and parking, entrance gateway structure, pond-side stone wall and gardens, front walk and arrival court; and installation of ornamental fencing, and plantings. The program included a new fire pit area, new gardens, outdoor barbeque area, trellis, pool and pool house, and two gazebos.
Private Residence
Town of Canandaigua, Ontario County, New York
Work at this private residence included the preparation of conceptual plans through detailed construction drawings and planting plans for each phase of work. Located on the shores of Canandaigua Lake, this site features views of the lake and the hills beyond. One of the principal design objectives was to create a sense of connection to the lake with both walkways and the strong water feature. Landscape improvements respond to the various memorable features of the neo-classical style of the residence. Other important components of the project include a stamped concrete driveway, rear patio, and walkways, site lighting, complete irrigation system, and extensive plantings of ornamental trees, shrubs, perennials, and grasses.
Private Residence, 'The Mushroom House'
Town of Pittsford, Monroe County, New York
MLA collaborated with the project architect, James Johnson, for the first addition to this unusual residence listed on the National Register of Historic Places since the structure was first erected in 1970. The addition consisted of an underground art studio and living space. MLA designed rooftop landscaping that highlighted the numerous 'spine-like' features of the structures roof. MLA utilized large limestone boulders in the creation of walls and a waterfall feature flowing below the mushroom pods and to a small pond on the property. Other important components of the project include a stone stairway, rear patio at the addition, site lighting, and plantings of native plantings that created a smooth transition to the surrounding wooded landscape.
Private Residence
Town of South Bristol, Ontario County, New York
MLA collaborated with the project architect, Kohlstadt and Frederickson, throughout various phases of the project. Work at this private residence included the preparation of conceptual plans through detailed construction drawings and planting plans for each phase of work. Located on a high cliff 100 ft. above Canandaigua Lake, this site features breathtaking views of the lake and the hills beyond. The steeply sloped site necessitated terracing of various levels above and to the sides of the main building. The owner's requirement of the use of natural materials wherever possible guided the use of large limestone boulders for walls surrounding the house, driveway, and parking area and ox-blood bluestone for patio surfaces. Other important components of the project include concrete and timber stairways, rear patio, and walkways, site lighting, and plantings of native and ornamental shrubs, perennials, and grasses.
Private Residence
Town of Webster, Monroe County, New York
McCord Landscape Architecture was retained to prepare plans for the improvement of the grounds at this elegant home overlooking Lake Ontario in the Town of Webster. Work a included the preparation of conceptual plans through detailed construction drawings and planting plans. The site features views of the lake and the hills beyond. One of the principal design objectives was to create a sense of connection to the lake with clear views from everywhere in the home and an 'infinity pool' directly behind the house. MLA designed stamped concrete patios, fire pit area, and front entrance. Many large trees were saved through creative site design. MLA also designed site walkways, landscape lighting, complete irrigation system, and extensive plantings of ornamental trees, shrubs, perennials, and grasses.
