When you hear the term “dark skies”, you might have visions of alien invasion stories. However, dark sky has another meaning for modern homeowners, and it has to do with the amount of light pollution people create. If you’ve gone to the trouble to build an outdoor oasis, complete with custom landscape design, plenty of […]
The end of summer is always a little bittersweet. Yes, you get to start putting on layers, enjoying the colors as the leaves change, smelling the woodsmoke on the air, and drinking your favorite hot beverages, but the long days of summer are growing shorter and now there’s a chill in the air that forces […]
When I was a kid, my dad dug a hole in the backyard, lined the edge with giant river rocks, and boom, we had a fire pit. As an adult, I kind of wonder what he was thinking. It certainly fit our budget back then, but I wouldn’t wager a guess as to whether or […]
Adding landscaping to your home may not deliver the same returns as, say, installing a state-of-the-art, gourmet kitchen or a spa-like master bath, but it does increase the curb appeal of your property, make your home more attractive overall, and allow you to boost your asking price when it comes time to sell. As you […]
Natural stone pavers are a beautiful addition to any outdoor space, whether you’re adding pathways or creating a patio space for lounging and entertaining. Once you’ve created your restful oasis with custom landscape design, it’s time to move on to hardscaping elements that offset the flora and allow for greater enjoyment of your Rock Valley, […]
Your backyard is decked out with beautiful greenery thanks to your landscape design specialist. You’ve installed a patio, walkways, and other necessary hardscaping. You may even have a water feature or fire pit. There’s still something missing, though. Maybe what you need is a structure to add some dimension, functionality, and visual interest to your […]
Lighting is an often-overlooked feature in outdoor spaces. Homeowners mistakenly assume that the porch light will suffice or that a flood light will do the trick. Unfortunately, the former can leave you tripping over yourself in a dim yard, while the latter could blind guests and annoy neighbors. Where’s the happy medium? The answer is […]
A beautifully designed backyard provides more than just a place to cook hot dogs for the kids on a summer night. It serves as a relaxing retreat from the demands of your daily life, a place to enjoy quality time with your family and entertain your friends in style. It starts with lush and vibrant […]
Pavers are an attractive and durable way to add function to your yard. They can be used for traditional purposes such as creating pathways or patios, but they can also add a stylish edging to planting beds or other landscaping or even create unique planters, retaining walls, or bench seating when stacked. Although pavers made […]