266 Michigan landscaping was envisioned, architected and implemented by James Doyle Design Associates – a worldwide multiple awards winning business. The company is especially recognized for the innovative ways in which it blends art and nature while integrating sustainability and ecological restoration in the designs to create a unique landscaping for every property. As Mr. Doyle stated in a recent interview* “the intersection of nature and art is typically a juxtaposition between the natural surroundings and a designed art piece.*
In architecting the 266 Michigan estate landscaping, James Doyle and his associates considered the house itself as the art piece and designed around it to integrate its refined architectural lines and shape with the site’s healthy water ecosystem pond and other natural conditions to ultimately deliver a bespoke landscape wonder.
There is so much to do on this 6+ acre property. The landscape plan focused on creating and integrating features designed to entice the entire family to appreciate and enjoy the outdoors. Rows of perfectly sculpted curved hornbeam hedges provide structure and a playful Maze Feature for the children, as well as a delightful view from the primary suite terrace. On the other side of the maze, is the Play Lawn that was professionally installed as a Soccer Field. Surrounded by cubed linden and a crushed stone path has been used by the children and their friends for dribbling and practicing. Below the terrace, the main office's French doors open to a stone terrace and path that goes to the play lawn. A bluestone walk with grass joins, leads to the private natural, spring-fed Pond's Cantilevered Dock that has been enjoyed by the owners children for seasonal swimming, kayaking and fishing. Facing the pond there is a 110 x 30 feet Terrace with a 50 foot long Saltwater Pool, three Fountains, a sleek and simple Shaded Sitting Area and a Fire Pit -- buxus parterre with liriope spicata infill and lindens along rear of the house and pool terrace provide welcoming shades. A mowed lawn path directs through the Seasonal Meadow comprising of native grasses and perennials to the Har Tru Tennis Court and the Cottage. Another terrace off the gym has an outdoor commercial grade Stainless Steel Whirlpool Spa and Fire Pit.
Come and experience a walk through the meadow path “cut to create form and intrigue*” --- it’s a truly wonderful experience.
* 2023 Interview with Luxury Properties International
In architecting the 266 Michigan estate landscaping, James Doyle and his associates considered the house itself as the art piece and designed around it to integrate its refined architectural lines and shape with the site’s healthy water ecosystem pond and other natural conditions to ultimately deliver a bespoke landscape wonder.
There is so much to do on this 6+ acre property. The landscape plan focused on creating and integrating features designed to entice the entire family to appreciate and enjoy the outdoors. Rows of perfectly sculpted curved hornbeam hedges provide structure and a playful Maze Feature for the children, as well as a delightful view from the primary suite terrace. On the other side of the maze, is the Play Lawn that was professionally installed as a Soccer Field. Surrounded by cubed linden and a crushed stone path has been used by the children and their friends for dribbling and practicing. Below the terrace, the main office's French doors open to a stone terrace and path that goes to the play lawn. A bluestone walk with grass joins, leads to the private natural, spring-fed Pond's Cantilevered Dock that has been enjoyed by the owners children for seasonal swimming, kayaking and fishing. Facing the pond there is a 110 x 30 feet Terrace with a 50 foot long Saltwater Pool, three Fountains, a sleek and simple Shaded Sitting Area and a Fire Pit -- buxus parterre with liriope spicata infill and lindens along rear of the house and pool terrace provide welcoming shades. A mowed lawn path directs through the Seasonal Meadow comprising of native grasses and perennials to the Har Tru Tennis Court and the Cottage. Another terrace off the gym has an outdoor commercial grade Stainless Steel Whirlpool Spa and Fire Pit.
Come and experience a walk through the meadow path “cut to create form and intrigue*” --- it’s a truly wonderful experience.
* 2023 Interview with Luxury Properties International