Sustainable landscape

A Guide to Sustainable Landscapes

Creating a sustainable landscape entails much more than adding plants or outdoor features. It requires thoughtful planning, ecological awareness, and long-term stewardship of your property. At Campbell & Ferrara, our approach to sustainable landscapes focuses on building healthier soils, conserving water, supporting pollinators and biodiversity, and selecting durable, low-maintenance plants that perform beautifully for decades.…

Year-Round Haven

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Outdoor living environment

Extend Your Evenings Outdoors with Lighting, Kitchens, and Fire Features

When the sun dips below the horizon, your outdoor space doesn’t have to go dark. With thoughtful design, functional features, and modern landscape lighting, you can create an extraordinary space that lets you enjoy the best of your outdoor living well into the evening. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet dinner under the stars, hosting outdoor…

Unifying Design

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Expanded Outdoor Environment

FEATURED PROJECT Expanded Outdoor Environment Location: Arlington {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/www.campbellferrara.com\/featured\/expanded-outdoor-environment\/#arve-youtube-hh-a5lkemjc","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/Hh-A5lKemJc?feature=oembed&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0"} Client Objectives for Landscape: The client wanted to expand the amount of usable backyard space of their compact floor plan. They desired a cottage look that used natural stone. It was important to make their existing patio blend with the new patio addition and to reset the…