Many homeowners spend the entire summer building a beautiful backyard for family and friends to spend time enjoying the outdoors. You can plant eye-catching flowers and trees, install a stunning pool or spa, or sit on a perfectly landscaped patio. During the Covid-19 pandemic, some people even turned their backyard into a dedicated office space […]
Read More5 Great Shade Structures To Improve Your Yard
Creating inviting, comfortable outdoor spaces that can provide a much-needed escape is a priority for many homeowners. Adding a covered outdoor living area maximizes opportunities for relaxing and entertaining by providing protection from both sun and rain. A shade structure can dramatically improve the appearance and function of any landscape. Of course, not all […]
Read MoreTips for Creating a Beautiful Backyard Spa
Are you in desperate need of an escape from the draining doldrums of everyday life? Perhaps its time to consider implementing a private outdoor spa on your property. Hot tubs and saunas are attractive backyard elements by themselves, but a designated spa area, complete with all the trappings of a five-star resort, can take your […]
Read MoreResidential Fencing Tips For Privacy and Safety
Residential fencing serves multiple roles in modern landscaped environments, and with planning, they can be combined into multipurpose installations. Along with providing safety and security, the right fencing can help create a private and appealing outdoor space for the entire family to enjoy. Leading Fencing Installation Purposes Here are six top reasons to consider adding […]
Read MoreThe Perfect Outdoor Furniture for Luxury Lounging
Everyone needs time to unwind, and it’s always easier to find that time when your backyard is a beautiful, relaxing outdoor oasis. You can create the ultimate escape for your family and friends with luxurious outdoor furniture. Intersperse attractive lounging areas around your backyard’s other elements like pools, patios, firepits, and dining areas. When you […]
Read MoreCreating a Dedicated Office Space in Your Own Backyard
Dedicated home office or studio spaces have been gaining in popularity in recent years. Telecommuting has become popular with many sectors of the population as technology has made working from home easier than ever. This trend preceded our current reality in which families are learning to navigate working and studying at home. Nowadays the question […]
Read More10 Inspiring Ideas for Your Backyard Poolscape
Standing at the sink, staring off over a snow-covered Minnesota landscape, it’s challenging to conjure up the image of a sunny summer day. It’s even more difficult to picture yourself poolside when there are multiple inches of snow on the ground. However, when the snow and ice thaws and the beautiful midwest summer creeps in, […]
Read MoreBrick Paver Installation and Maintenance Practices Experts Know
The charming brick paver streets of Midwestern and New England towns were installed more than a century ago. In Europe and other parts of the world, they date back thousands of years. The brick materials at the time could be wood or granite but for the most part, were clay pavers. These paving installations gave […]
Read More5 Ways You Can Make Your Outdoor Kitchen Stand Out
One of the fastest-growing trends in contemporary backyard landscape design is outdoor kitchens. Backyard living spaces are wonderful places to gather with friends and family to share food, drinks, laughter, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. When you add an outdoor kitchen to your landscape, your property value is guaranteed to increase, while you quickly become […]
Read MoreLandscape Structures For Activities And Personal Style
The art and science of landscape architecture are the harmonious coexistence of people and Nature. Imagine waking up in the morning and stepping outside to breathe in Nature’s freshness and aliveness. Now imagine going further to your gazebo where you will enjoy magical moments as the sun rises. These structures, arbors, pergolas, and gazebos, punctuate, […]
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