A stone firepit , sited under a dappled canopy of aspen trees , engages fleeting views of Hayden Peak and serves as a centerpiece for evening gatherings .
With successional plantings of young aspens and a native grass and wildflower seed mix , areas of disturbance were undetectable within a single season .
Overall , the planting design takes its cue from the surrounding high mountain environment . Layers of single plant species build upon one another to create a lush and textural palette in areas close to the home ; further out , context-sensitive and sustainable strategies reestablish indigenous plant communities and enhance the wildlife habitat . n
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