Here we replaced live turf with gravel, stepping stones & drought tolerant plants.

Advantages:

Low maintenance

Low water bill

No need to deal with live grass/turf that gets yellow and/or doesn’t grow

Much more appealing than plain grass

Procedure:

Remove grass

Cancel sprinklers

Compact soil using 1-2” of base

Install drip system

Install weed barrier fabric

Lay gravel & stepping stones

Plant drought tolerant plants