Landscaping

Sculpting land to enhance usability (patio, walkways, ponds, water features) are also examples of landscaping being used.

[3] Different natural features and phenomena, like the position of the sun, terrain, topography, soil qualities, prevailing winds, depth of the frost line, and the system of native flora and fauna must be taken into account.

Sometimes the grading process may involve removal of excessive waste (landfills), soil and rocks, so designers should take into account while in the planning stage.

[6][7] At the start, the landscaping contractor issues a statement which is a rough design and layout of what could be done with the land in order to achieve the desired outcome.

Some landscapers prefer to use mix gravel with rocks of varying sizes to add interest in large areas.