The Bay Area is a sprawling, West Coast metropolis that attracts visitors from all over the world. At the same time, quiet towns in counties like Marin still reflect a rural lifestyle. Less than 20 percent of Marin is developed. Homeowners fortunate enough to live here appreciate ample hiking trails, green hillsides, surrounding water tidelands, redwood groves, and Mt. Tamalpais, also known as the “Sleeping Lady” for its famous silhouette of a woman in repose.

In a region such as this, how do you create a landscape around your home that can compete with the natural setting? You can’t. Residents of Marin build to complement, rather than compete with, the native environment. Additions like decks and patios afford the enjoyment of panoramic views and the feeling of continuing the outdoor adventure, even when off the hiking trail. Local foliage surrounds and enriches the home.

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