Savvy solutions to landscape challenges

Designer Claudia Schmultzer of Corona del Mar enjoys taking on a landscape challenge. (Courtesy photo)The planter at this Emerald Bay home in Laguna Beach is situated on a catwalk from the home, making it difficult to tend, so designer Schmutzler converted it into an eye-catching “floating sand dune.” (Courtesy photo)Schmultzer’s “floating sand dune” fixed a gardening concern but also added a lovely aesthetic to the home. (Courtesy photo)“Before” —