Lake Mendota

Middleton, Wisconsin

Native meadow restoration was an essential force in our landscape design for this lakeside residence. From the street to the house, a large native meadow flows down, featuring grasses and wildflowers that support local wildlife and require minimal maintenance.

A spacious lawn slopes gently toward the lake, serving as a central gathering and recreational area for residents and guests. Along the lake’s edge, a riparian palette of sedges, rushes, and native plants stabilize the shoreline and filters runoff, enhancing the quality and look of the freshwater lake.