Berm Landscape

Berm Landscape
Berm landscapes are characterized by an attractive vertical impact
that adds scale and scope to any Houston landscaping design.
Architectural accents are reflected in the landforms that correspond to motifs
expressed in the build of the house. Smaller berms create boundaries around
unique zones of interests, patios, and gardens. Larger earthworks form
beautiful walls that support tree walls that protect the privacy of personal
outdoor living.
The basic
form of a berm can be adapted to create these, and many more, unique
enhancements to a Houston
landscaping design. Essentially what we have is a mound of earth
whose linear run is several times longer than its vertical rise. In some
senses, it resembles a hill that is carefully constructed to deliberately change
the grade of the land and achieve specific functional and aesthetic
effects.
These
landforms can be built to any height appropriate to the scale and scope of the
surrounding Houston
landscaping design. Generally, they are intended to add vertical
impact to neighboring elements that creates a dramatic increase in aesthetic
interest. Gardens, for example, will stand out a great deal more with a slight
rise around their perimeter.