In a setting full of surprises, a trio of Sally Russell Totem Sculptures sneaks in where unexpected, rising up through the verdant foliage of the backyard in a riot of pattern and color in an otherwise conventional city landscape. Anchored on a foundation of broken stone, these columns of patterned ceramic beads create an inviting sightline and complement the colorful foliage of this private garden. In a tri-level landscape, the garden lifts from lawn to planted garden beds to an elevated planter of native grasses. A curved heated-seat bench frames the stone patio around a circular stone fire pit. Drought-resistant succulent container gardens add color and interest to the deck overlooking the ubiquitous blue ocean. A focal point in the front yard is the recessed “putting green pool.”
