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We love the outdoors but we cannot enjoy them all the time, can we? The right porch can allow you to enjoy the outdoors, at your home, without inconveniences like bugs, weather and unpredictable temperatures. You can choose from three porch options depending on your budget, how far you want to be from the outdoors […]
While retaining walls solve practical issues in the landscape, they also add beauty and dimension while defining various spaces in your yard. Retaining walls add dimension and must be strong enough to prevent the ground from shifting out of position. When close to the house, retaining walls protect the integrity of your home’s foundation and […]
As homeowners, our relationship with water can be complicated. Outdoor water features, pools, and streams bring joy and value to the landscape, but that same water can wreak havoc if it seeps into our homes or floods that same landscape. Managing water issues is stressful and often has the homeowner fearing the next hard rain. […]
Perhaps the only downside to investing in a beautiful outdoor living space is being evicted from it for the winter. Many people brave the elements of winter to throw dinner on the grill, and sometimes our region sees an exceptionally warm day in January, but for the most part, winter means retreating indoors. But what […]
To live in harmony with nature is one of the great joys of homeownership. Whether you live in a dense neighborhood or have a bit more sprawl, you can invite beneficial wildlife into your yard through the seasons. With so much diversity available, you can choose (to some extent) the type of wildlife you want […]
When it comes to choosing trees for your landscape, the choices can be overwhelming. Even when broken into two categories – those that keep their foliage vs. those that don’t – there are many considerations, all of which start with one question: What are your goals? Trees serve many purposes, from adding beauty and […]
There’s often a love-hate relationship with deer wandering through home landscapes. On the one hand, they are beautiful, graceful creatures whose ancestors roamed free before the advent of the suburb. On the other hand, deer can cause quite a bit of damage to your yard and make a snack out of fresh blooms. That said, […]
Rising energy costs and environmental concerns are driving more and more homeowners to consider alternative ways to operate their homes. Thankfully, the increased demand, coupled with technological advancements, means that solar and other off-grid solutions are more financially accessible. Bottom line? There are more options available than ever before. Going green “What are your goals?” […]
If you’re a purist, you may think that wood decks are the only way to build. They are natural, offer many choices in wood types and finishes, and materials are readily available. With that said, composite decking offers many styles and finishes, but lasts years longer than wood. Composite decking has come a long way […]
Balancing elements throughout a landscape plan is the hallmark of beautiful design. Every landscape aims to have the right portion of hardscape, organic materials, wood, metal, open and planted elements. Too much of any single component, and the entire design will feel imbalanced. The same is true when bringing water and fire into a […]
It seems evident that something as organic as a landscape would also be good for the environment, but that’s not necessarily the case. Since we can have plant species in our own backyard from nearly anywhere in the world, we sometimes end up with plants that take more from the environment than they give back. […]
A backyard pool is a popular request among homeowners who want to add luxury and enjoyment to their homes. Yet, the dream of having a pool is often met with the harsh realities of limited space, lengthy installation process, and ongoing maintenance commitment. When we have conversations with clients about pools, we talk about […]