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A Complete Backyard Transformation

This project transformed the property into a cohesive, low-maintenance outdoor environment designed around how the homeowners wanted to live and enjoy their space. From structural improvements and outdoor entertaining areas to a meaningful Japanese-inspired garden, each element was designed to feel like part of one complete landscape

The Homeowners' Goals

The homeowners wanted to make better use of their property while creating an outdoor space that was functional, inviting, and easier to maintain. An existing retaining wall was beginning to fail, creating an opportunity to rethink the surrounding landscape rather than simply replace the wall.

The project grew into a complete transformation that brought together structural landscaping, comfortable outdoor living areas, and highly personal garden spaces. The goal was to make each area distinct while ensuring the entire property felt connected and intentional.

Creating a Cohesive Plan

Tydan developed a comprehensive landscape plan that addressed both the practical needs of the property and the homeowners' vision for how they wanted to use the space.

A new structural retaining wall provided the foundation for the redesigned landscape, allowing the property to incorporate an upper patio and terraced planting areas. Hardscaping and pathways were planned to connect the different areas of the yard and create a natural flow through the property.

For the outdoor living area, the design took inspiration from the contemporary architecture of the home, incorporating clean lines, Permacon hardscaping, a custom outdoor kitchen, and an aluminum pergola for protection from sun and rain.

The Japanese-inspired garden took a more personal approach. Tydan worked closely with the homeowner to position symbolic boulders representing family members, select Japanese-inspired plantings, and incorporate a custom walkway featuring a unique stone sharpening wheel accent. Together, these different areas were planned as parts of one larger landscape rather than a collection of separate features.

What We Built

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Patio & Hardscaping

Durable patios, walkways, and Permacon hardscaping create inviting outdoor spaces while connecting the different areas of the property.

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Outdoor Kitchen

A custom outdoor kitchen with granite countertops provides a functional and stylish space for cooking, dining, and entertaining outdoors.

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Retaining Walls

A Unilock structural retaining wall replaced the failing existing wall, providing lasting support while helping define the new terraced landscape.

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Landscape Planting

Terraced and Japanese-inspired plantings were carefully selected and positioned to complement the hardscaping and bring softness, character, and seasonal interest to the property.

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Outdoor Lighting

Landscape lighting adds ambiance, highlights key features, and allows the homeowners to continue enjoying the outdoor spaces into the evening.

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Overhead Structures

A sleek aluminum pergola provides protection from sun and rain while complementing the contemporary design of the outdoor kitchen and living area.

The Result

The completed landscape gives the homeowners a property that is more functional, cohesive, and enjoyable while remaining practical to maintain.

What began with the need to address a failing retaining wall became an opportunity to reconsider the property as a whole. The new patios, outdoor kitchen, pergola, retaining wall, plantings, pathways, and lighting work together to create spaces for entertaining, relaxing, and spending time outdoors.

At the same time, personal details give the landscape a character that belongs specifically to this home and family. The Japanese-inspired garden, symbolic boulders, and custom stone accent create a quieter, more reflective space alongside the home's contemporary outdoor living areas.

The result is a landscape that balances structure and beauty, modern outdoor living and meaningful garden design — all brought together as one unified property.

Project Details

Project Type

Residential Landscape Design & Build

Services

Landscape Design, Patio & Hardscaping, Outdoor Kitchen, Retaining Walls, Landscape Planting, Outdoor Lighting, Overhead Structures

Materials & Features

Unilock Structural Retaining Wall, Permacon Hardscaping, Granite Countertops, Aluminum Pergola, Japanese-Inspired Plantings, Custom Stone Features

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Here's What Our Clients Say

      
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   GaryCan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The owners of Tydan, Tyler & Paul, are kind, friendly, sincere, polite, cooperative, knowledgeable and professional. They fulfilled all of our requests. Their helper, Luke, was a quiet, thoughtful and diligent laborer. (There was no smoking, swearing or drinking, as we have seen with some previous contractors.) Their mannerisms showed that they have great integrity.

We feel that our neighbors may be envious of our "new" backyard.

Thank you, Tydan Landscape,
Gary & Ilse

P.S. The Before, During and After photos below were posted at two different times, from two different cameras. The total now is 13 + 5 = 18 pics. Enjoy.
  
 
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   Michelle DeMers 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Edit: Sitting in the backyard tonight and thinking how literally perfect it is for our family. We’re 3 years beyond completion and still don’t have a single change or “wish I could have” or “maybe we should have.” Wanted to pop in and let y’all know their design and craftsmanship and attention to detail hold up over time.

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Well, we started with a home-owner special of a deck that was disintegrating under our feet (which wasn't good since it was on the second story, that's a long fall) and ended with a gorgeous outdoor living space with a protected hot tub underneath connected all with the most beautiful and practical patio my feet have had the pleasure of walking on.

If you are even remotely thinking "yep, I can totally build a deck, dig drainage trenches, lay huge stone slabs and put in a flagstone patio all by myself" ....probably don't? The amount of details and decisions that I didn't even know had to be made to build all this correctly, functionally, and beautiful boggles my mind.

Just call these guys and let them handle the stress of all that. Backyards are for relaxing after all 🙂 And after having our new backyard for just about a year now I can confidently say they helped us make the perfect design decisions for us. Not a single thing we would change.
  
 
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   john barrett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a bubbling rock feature in our yard that started to lose water from the reservoir.  I called Tydan Landscaping to assess the problem and fix it for me.  They were quick to respond. And after a visit to check out the problem, they were quick to offer a solution and estimate.  Once the paperwork was signed they worked to get a problem fixed efficiently and neatly.  Tyler and his crew were a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend them for any such hard landscaping issues.
  
 
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   Debbie Kleiber 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent experience! Creative and conscientious.Took great care of worksite and even the neighbours were impressed with their operation. Tyler listened carefully to what we envisioned for a backyard retaining wall and made sure that we were aware of each step in the process. It was evident that he wanted us to be very satisfied. The project was challenging but he knew how to execute everything perfectly according to our request.
  
 
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   Glen Sifton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. TYDAN worked on the opening and clean-up  of my Ponds this year. This was  needed due to plugged pipes, excessive weed/algae growth and other matters.
I have used their help a few times and as I have said before, they are not cheap, but they know what they are doing and they are reliable.
My pond system is running great.
Glen Sifton
  
 
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   Jonathan Carinci 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had landscaping work completed and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. From the design process to the final details, the team was professional, organized, and extremely skilled. The quality of workmanship and attention to detail truly transformed our outdoor space.

Communication was excellent throughout the project, and everything was completed with care and precision. It’s clear they take pride in what they do, and it definitely shows in the final result.

Highly recommend to anyone looking for high-end landscape design and quality craftsmanship.
  
 
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   Holly Rice-Voigt 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is rare to find a team that can take a vision and turn it into a reality that looks even better than imagined.  If you want a landscape that makes you stop and stare every day, Tydan Landscape is the company to choose.

Tyler and Paul of Tydan Landscape are creative geniuses!  We first began working with Tydan Landscape in the fall of 2025 and they returned to complete the transformation of our front and back yards this spring.  They took our vague ideas and created a true backyard sanctuary featuring a stunning pondless waterfall and beautiful landscape lighting.

They brought so many extra thoughts to the designs that we hadn’t considered and the results speak for themselves.  A new front walkway to complement the new backyard walkway and patio along with new plantings of shrubs and native perennials are a welcome addition to our front yard.

Tyler built a one-of-a-kind garden gate and trellis with a ‘peek-through’ into our new backyard oasis.  It’s those kind of small, intentional details that separate their work from the rest.  Every time I look outside, I say “Wow!”  If you want a team that brings skill, sustainability and a personal touch to a project, I cannot recommend Tyler and Paul of Tydan Landscape enough.
  
 
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   Janice Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. TYDAN landscaped both our front and back yards last year. They did a great job. Tyler and Paul were both very professional and easy to work with. Throughout the process they ensured the yards were cleaned up every night before they left for the day. We get many compliments from passers by on how nice the yard looks.
Thank you TYDAN for your great work.

Nick and Janice Smith
  
 
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   doug cairns 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We at Cairns Services Ltd have had the pleasure of working on projects with Tyler and Paul over the years. We have done HVAC work for a few landscapers but Tydan’s projects and work are above others. Quality materials, an attention to detail, and great customer service are the binder for these guys.
  
 
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   geoffrey scott 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tydan have been coming to open up our backyard pond for more than ten years. They are very caring of our beautiful fish and do a wonderful job of cleaning the pond of all debris and algae. They clean all our filter mats and make sure the pond is running efficiently. We trust them completely and class them as friends as well as a service. We highly recommend them.

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