We have lived in TV for a year, and our constant "tweeking" of the lawn has driven us crazy. First it was grubs eating the roots, then it froze, then it had to be thatched due to damage caused by grubs, and so on.

We went to Sea World recently and I admired the sand/pebble gardens throughout the park and thought such a thing would be an excellent replacement for our "lawn". Can anyone offer advice on how to do this, recommend a landscaper, and while I understand we have to leave SOME grass, does anyone know what percentage? Thank you'all.