Mediterranean shrubs and un-thirsty California natives fill this property. Palo Verde trees provide lacy shade over the central walkway. Ornamental grasses are complemented by a burbling urn and vistas that extend from the elegant pool into the surrounding hills. Our goals were to enhance the privacy of the home, to surround it with the refreshing sights, sounds and cooling effects of water and shade, and to create an inviting setting in a semi-arid location.