The designer’s role in landscape installation

September 16, 2015

Do you have to have your Landscape Architect / Designer involved in the installation of your landscape? No… Is it a good idea? Absolutely! Having the person who designed the project involved in the installation will be better for you, the contractor and the overall outcome of the project. The biggest advantage of having the landscape architect… Read more >

Do I need a retaining wall?

February 19, 2015

It is the classic case of ‘You don’t know what you don’t know’. We often get calls from potential clients that think they know exactly what they need in their yard and don’t understand why it would cost so much to design something that they already have figured out. Sometimes that might be the case,… Read more >

What you need to know before installing a stamped concrete patio

October 3, 2014

It wasn’t long ago that I wrote a blog about patio material options. One of those options was concrete. Concrete comes in many forms but seemingly the most popular is stamped concrete. Not to scare anyone away or divert business from the many talented concrete contractors but there are many variables when it comes to concrete…. Read more >

What patio material is right for your space?

July 26, 2014

The hardscape of the garden creates the structure and backbone of the space and is critical in the overall composition. The hardscape is typically the first element to any space that needs to be designed and installed. Plants are fun, but really should be the last step (the icing on the cake). Hardscape is a… Read more >

3D Design: Bringing a space to life

July 8, 2014

Seeing a space in 3-D is a skill that the average homeowner does not always have. As a designer it is often second nature, and we are always striving to help our clients better visualize and understand their designs. Using 3D modeling software can help in designing a space or just to portray the design… Read more >