During the second half of the 20th century, it bcame obvious that Milwaukee had turned its back on one of its most valuable economic resources, the three rivers that run through the heart of the City. Once the center of commerce and recreation, the Milwaukee River had become one of the city's most neglected amenities.
In March of 1988, former Mayor John Norquist committed to change the way Milwaukee viewed its waterways. The City announced the with the intent to use the river as a means to connect downtown development with business and leisure activities. The City believed the project would have a far-reaching impact, improving public access to the river and increasing property values. The primary goal was to put a renewed focus on the river as a destination for residents, employees, and visitors alike.
Legal Basis of the Initiative
Wisconsin's Public Trust Doctrine places all lakes and streams in trust for the benefit of all citizens to use for commercial, navigation, pleasure boating, sailing, fishing, swimming, skating, rowing, walking and the enjoyment of scenic beauty. To ensure compliance with the Public Trust Doctrine, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requested the City prepare a Master Plan to include the established guidelines for construction and use of riverwalks, as well as the location of proposed Riverwalk segments for future construction. The City worked in cooperation with the DNR to create a Riverfront Comprehensive Plan that would comply with the State Constitution and the Public Trust Doctrine.
Once this Master Plan was written and formally approved by the DNR and the City of Milwaukee, the process of issuing permits for the construction of the Riverwalk was greatly simplified. DNR permits for Riverwalk construction are now issued for developments consistent with the adopted Master Plan.
In 1993, the was formally expanded to reinforce the city's commitment for the design and construction of the Riverwalk. Consisting of 22 proposed segments, the end goal was a Riverwalk System that would unify downtown attractions and become, over time, a significant attraction in itself. A resolution creating the Riverwalk Site Plan Review Overlay (SPROD), followed by the creation of a Riverwalk Development Fund was adopted in the fall of 1993.
The purpose of the SPROD is to provide an opportunity to create new Riverwalk projects which are compatible with their neighbors while encouraging creativity, variety and excellence in design and layout. The design specifications associated with the SPROD apply to, but are not limited, to landscaping, lighting, accessibility, adjacent building facades and the ability to connect to future Riverwalk segments. The overlay district applies to the lower and middle portions of the Milwaukee River, extending 3.1 miles, along both sides of the river, from the Harbor northward to the site of the former North Avenue Dam.
North Avenue Dam Removal
In 1994, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) staff led a technical advisory group consisting of the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Village of Shorewood, Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission and the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District. The team studied alternatives for river revitalization and recommended the partial removal of the North Avenue Dam (originally built in 1891) to lower and narrow the river flow back to natural conditions.
Upon partial removal, the river resumed a more natural course and ater quality quickly began to improve. By the end of 1994, the first downtown riverwalk segment, completed in accordance with the formally adopted Riverwalk Initiative, was constructed. Enthusiasm for further river revitalization ensued.
With renewed interest in the Milwaukee River, additional studies were conducted with regards to improving this valuable resource. Study findings suggested the North Avenue Dam be removed completely to enhance revitalization efforts. City officials agreed, permits were secured and in 1997 the remainder of the dam was removed. A pedestrian bridge now spans the length of the River at that location and serves to connect the Brady Street neighborhood to the Beerline "B" neighborhood.
Even before the City's Riverwalk Initiative was formalized, limited project specific activity was underway along the river frontage concentrated in the downtown. Financed through a partnership between the property owner, the Greater Milwaukee Committee and the City of Milwaukee, the very first segment of Riverwalk was constructed adjacent to the Gimbels Department Store (now the Ivory Tusk Building) in 1985. At the time of construction, a Riverwalk Civics Committee was moving plans forward for a small park and boat landing at the foot of East Mason Street, a riverwalk along the east side of the Milwaukee Center, the Performing Arts Center and along Pere Marquette Park.
As the concept of a riverwalk system continued to materialize, property owners, in collaboration with the City, formed a Business Improvement District (BID) for the purpose of constructing and maintaining downtown riverwalks. Approved by the Common Council in March, 1994, the district encompassess the portion of the Miwlaukee River Corridor which runs through Milwaukee's downtown. The objective of BID No. 15 is to complete improvements along the river that will increase public access and promote, attract, stimulate and revitalize commerce and industry within the City. The constructed improvements within the district are adjacent to many of Milwaukee's major entertainment and recreational sites as well as numerous retail and dining establishments.
The Riverwalk BID and the City share the costs of Riverwalk construction and other Riverwalk capital expenditures in accordance with the terms of a development agreement. Property owners with a riverwalk constructed along their river frontage are solely responsible for maintaining such riverwalks to a standard acceptable to the City and the BID Board. If a property owner fails to maintain its riverwalk, either the city or the BID may perform the necessary work and the cost shall be specially assessed directly against such property owner.
To capitalize on new interest in the river as a destination for living, shopping, and recreation, the Historic Third Ward Association, Business Improvement District No. 2 and the City of Milwaukee took steps to create a riverwalk that connects to yet distinguished itself from the Downtown's nearly complete riverwalk. Planning for the $11 million project began in 1999, resulting in the Common Council's adoption of design guidelines specific to the riverwalk within the Historic Third Ward neighborhood boundaries, extending from the north side of East Clybourn Street to the Lakefront and a portion of the west side of the Milwaukee River extending from the north side of West Clybourn Street southerly to the centerline of the Menomonee River. The city established a Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) District to pay for the upfront costs of construction with BID No. 2 reimbursing the City 22% of the riverwalk costs from yearly assessments over a 20 year period.
Riverwalk construction began in 2002. In 2004, the nearly one mile long boardwalk within the historic Third Ward first opened to the public and by summer of 2005, a connection to the Downtown Riverwalk was completed. Built from Ipe wood, a tropical hardwood, the Historic Third Ward Riverwalk has won several design awards since it opened, including a 2007 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Honor Award for Regional and Urban Design. As of January 2014, only one segment remains to be completed in the Third Ward.
The Beerline "B" neighborhood refers to a former industrial rail line along what is now Commerce Street, between East Pleasant Street and North Humboldt Avenue. In the late 1990's the City began a focused effort to bring this area back to use. The first step was the creation of a Redevelopment Plan that created a vision for the new neighborhood which included mixed use, predominately residential development. To ensure the continuation and extension of the City's Riverwalk System, the Redevelopment Plan required a public/private riverwalk. Next, the City created a Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) district to fund the environmental cleanup of the area and to put in the public improvements needed for private development to occur. Rail lines were removed, contaminated soil was excavated and new streets, utilities, bridges, staircases, and public parks were built. Riverwalk funding was set aside as a match for future developments.
Following the infrastructure improvements, private development began with the conversion of the former Gimbels warehouse into the Brewer's Point Apartments. Since 2001, more than ten new condominium and mixed-use projects have been constructed, representing over $87 million in value. More than 1000 linear feet of Riverwalk has been completed and given the completion of the Beerline B Apartments Riverwalk, one is now able to walk along the riverfront from Pleasant Street to the site of the former North Avenue Dam, with only a minor interruption near Humboldt Avenue.


Silver Birch or Weeping Birch -
Betula pendula or betula alba or betula verrucosa (latin)
Areas of origin: Europe, from Norway to Sicily.
Adult Dimensions: Height up to 30 metres (98.4'), width up to 20 metres (65.6').
Soil Type: All.
Hardiness: Hardy to -40°C. Pioneering species on light soils, burnt or cleared areas.
Exposure: Full sun.
Speed of growth: Up to 1 metre in the first year.
Characteristics and Uses: The leaves of this beautiful tree become yellow in autumn. The white bark of mature trees has deep crevices across the base This is a vigorous tree which can be planted alone, in a group or within a windbreak hedge. It is also a medicinal plant containing betulin and is used as a diuretic, or for treating rheumatism. Leaves are used to make tisanes or as a compress.


If you are aiming to make the beyond your house appearance nice, you are going to wish to call a professional landscaper. You require to make the effort to meet with the landscaper. The designers are more than just plants and pavement. You need to talk to them about what you are trying to find, and they need to help you establish a design you will like.
How will you landscape be used? A fantastic style is nice, however it has to be practical. They need to know how you are going to utilize your backyard and who else will be using it. This will make a huge distinction in the style. Sutherland Shire landscaping design. If you like to host big parties that you want a feature such as a big patio area.
You want your yard to be functional and lovely. What do you dislike about your current landscaping? You need to stroll around the yard with the landscaper and talk about the things you currently like about your yard and some of the things you do not like. They might be able to use some of your existing plants in a brand-new and creative way.
Having an unfavorable experience can make an individual careful of working with a brand-new landscaper. Landscapers will desire to prevent things that customers do not like. Take a walk around and see the styles that look appealing and the ones that do not look so good.
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Various plants will require various levels of maintenance. If not they require plants that are simple to take care of.
The landscaper may have to recommend some concepts as far as coloring goes. Budgeting Info This is another issue that is going to require to be brought up.
The cost of the job should be discussed in advance so everyone is on the very same page about what can be done. Is There a Personalized 3D Design?
While a drawing and even a 2D image is accommodating people will be amazed at the design when they can see it in 3D. This brand-new innovation can likewise permit the landscaper to include furniture, little details, in addition to textures to their style. When a person sees their project in 3D, they become very delighted about it – front yard landscaping design Sutherland Shire.
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There are countless choices to select from when it concerns making landscaping design options. There are numerous choices from the kind of plants to use to where the outside furnishings is going to be. This brand-new innovation is a great method to develop new designs and see the landscaping ideas come to life.
Are there above ground stuctural factors I need to be concerned with for my exterior landscape? Do I have a budget plan and is it practical? There are lots of more questions to ask before moving forward on a garden design plan.
It may benefit you to speak with a garden designer or landscape designer and see if dealing with an expert is the instructions that finest fits you – landscape design a backyard Sutherland Shire. ** All b/w illustrations Residential Landscape Architecture, design process for the Personal Home by Booth/Hiss. Color illustration Todd Haiman Landscape Style 2016.
As a designer, I’ve ended up being rather excellent at this throughout the years so before you go charging into your next on-site assessment, here is my detailed guide to distilling the dollar worth from your new client. Step One Prepare Your Client Ahead of Time Rather than simply springing the concern on your prospective client and putting them on the area for a response, assist them be prepared to have a response by planting the seed early on.
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Use this as an opportunity to provide something to think of in between the call and the time you fulfill on website. You’re not inquiring to give you an answer right away, you’re asking them to make the time to consider it. Here’s some of the things I state: “I’m truly looking forward to conference you on -day, prior to you go, among the important things I was hoping you could have a think about prior to we fulfill is how much you’re believing you ‘d like to buy this project.””I’m unsure if you’ve currently thought about this and I do not need a response from you now, since I understand this is a truly uncomfortable topic to talk about, but it will truly help me to make certain you get the very best value for money if I have some idea of the budget we’ll be working within.””To give you a concept, my clients normally come back to me with a figure variety to the nearest $5k, so for instance $45-50thousand.
The last thing I want you to experience is a lot of hidden surprises. We like to get things right from the start. If you might have a think of that, it would be a fantastic assistance. If you’re uncertain where to begin, I’ll bring some examples of previous jobs and we can talk more about it personally.””Oh, and if you might bring some images or hard copies of the sorts of things you’ve seen prior to that you actually like, that would be truly useful too.


Published at Wednesday, January 30th, 2019 - 17:22:57 PM. garden design. By Ansel Otto.
Engaging a design consultant to explain the basic techniques and perhaps provide some inspirational ideas may be all you need to get the ball rolling. In the end only you can decide what is right for your garden. Tastes in gardens vary as much as in interior design and preferences for art or music. The true acid test of whether your new garden design has worked is only gauged by the pleasure that it gives you.
All elements, which are planned later in the garden should be arranged according to the layout of the functional zones. Do not put elements from one zone into another zone – that is the basic tip to form a logical garden layout.
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Planning for Creative Corridors
The Creative Corridors Coalition is a public private/partnership aiming to create a green, artful and iconic network of transportation infrastructure in Winston-Salem, NC. Kristen Haaf, with Roots First Design, acted as project manager between 2014 and 2016, helping the organization to define its design aspirations, commission conceptual designs from internationally recognized design professionals and navigate the process of integrating these conceptually bold ideas into the state DOT's design/build package. Kristen continues to serve the organization, now in a volunteer capacity as the Chair of the Board of Directors.
Location: Winston Salem, NC
Completion Date: May 2016
Collaborators: Hood Design, Donald MacDonald Architects, Stimmel Associates, Design Workshop
Project Management | Grant Writing | Community Engagement


My partner and I decided to celebrate 35 years together by holidaying in Europe, mainly France. We had always wanted to see and smell the lavender fields of Provence during the heat of summer, so we rented a house in a hamlet near the village of Roussillon. The hamlet was not especially charming, but the pretty house had a lovely balance of creature comfort, French quirkiness, and stylish decor. However, what made the experience truly special, especially for me as a horticulturist, was the garden behind the house.
Apart from the fact that the garden has a mulberry tree planted by Henri IV’s head gardener, Olivier de Serres in 1600, we found the garden extraordinary and surprisingly sculptural; a haze of flowering lavender, frothy ornamental grasses, startling yellow broom, juxtaposed with precisely clipped buxus balls. There are apparently around one hundred box balls throughout the garden, which helps to underline the sense of perspective and also the depth of the space.
The garden was planted around eight years ago, designed by the owner Didier Paupart. Horticulturist Pierre Ducruet managed the installation of the garden. One of the elements that makes the garden so successful is the contrast and balance of the formal and the wild.
Another factor that makes the garden such a strong statement is that not only is there a strong horizontal plane but also a vertical one. Tightly clipped phallic cupressus, three centrally placed, punch dramatically skyward. There are several more of these conifers, equally clipped and shaved, along the eastern boundary. They frame the garden, and enhance the feeling of closure and definition.
The garden has three main areas, with the ball and lavender section as the final statement. It is also the largest. Directly behind the house near the aged mulberry tree is a small terrace with minimal planting, basically a table and chairs towered over by a couple of small fruiting fig trees, and quite a climb to the terrace via rocky steps!
The next area, covered in crushed grey quartz, is designed as a living and entertaining zone. It has a wrought iron pergola-like corridor (complete with finials), which embraces this gently tiered area. On the metal structure there is the climbing rose, ‘Pierre de Ronsard’ (two plants), along with a grape vine. Behind the structure on the eastern side there is a stand of bamboo, which also gives the area a lovely soft sense of enclosure.
On the eastern side, the view is open, expansive, framed only by the grape vine, exposing the stunning outlook of the ochre and sienna covered hills that has made Roussillon famous, and was what attracted the Impressionist painters to come here to use the pigments for their paints.
The most dominant feature of the middle area, apart from the wrought iron corridor, is a wrought iron day bed, known as a ‘lit à la Polonaise’, with a high Empire style crown. Like the pergola, the bed was designed by the owner and it is made to his precise specifications. Provençal-style glazed pots contain further examples of clipped balls, which help to link this area to the back part of the garden.
Although the entertainment area is certainly attractive, and useful with its several seating areas, in both sun and shade, it is the theatrical experience of the final section that makes the garden special. At the beginning of the final statement that is the rear of the garden, the rhythm of the balls curls around a cushion of clipped heath. The balls continue to run along a gravel path like a serpent.
From here the rhythm carries the eye toward the mature flowering apple and pear trees that form the back boundary of the property and the backdrop to the drama.
The almost string-of-pearls design of the balls is punctuated and framed with the other shrubs and perennials that give the garden its colour and, dare I say it, movement! The most dominant is the lavender, naturally Lavandula dentata. Its mauve haze is ably complimented by the bright yellow of the broom (Cytisus spp.) and the white-hot glow of the grasses.
The garden is artistic and a little mysterious. It actually appears larger than it physically is in a tardis kind of way. The other design feature that is so successful in the garden is how the eye of the viewer is drawn into the distance. It encourages the visitor to want to go beyond and see what other delights might be discovered.
Probably the designer’s greatest success is that although it is a wonderful garden to look at, it is even more successful as one to sit in, wander in and work in. I suppose it is fair to say it is a living work of art!
If you would like to stay in this charming cottage in Provence, contact:
Cottage “Lou Amourie”
c/o Didier Paupart
Tel. : + 33664961954


We missed summer last year and for most of the previous year so this year I had a lot of hope running on it. We have had a variety of weather - hot, rainy, hot again and so on. Enjoying the outdoors is all part of what we do here for those precious few months that we can, and having a nice space in which to enjoy the summer months is paramount. Outdoor decorating has really evolved from the days of my youth. No more the portable round grill with briquettes and a couple of folding web chairs sitting in the back yard. We now have rooms created within our outdoor spaces with areas for relaxing, sunning, dining and so forth.
Covered areas to keep out the strong rays are a must as is good seating. Some of the more elaborate gardens sport "cooking areas", water features and fire features.


Fall Preparations for the Yard
Those who have a beautiful yard with trees, shrubs, and grass may feel that this part of their property is the most charming of all. It is not always easy, however, to take care of a garden, and to ensure that it is always healthy and beautiful, no matter what season of the year it is. For instance, if fall is just around the corner, they need to know some basic steps to take to prepare the yard for this beautiful and complex season. Here, then, are some things that everyone who owns a yard should do if it is the last days of summer, and he or she is getting ready for the fall season.
If one has a yard that he or she wishes to prepare for the fall, one thing that he or she should do is to give the plants a good trimming. It can rain a lot in the summer, and since the weather is bright, warm, and healthy, with a lot of sun and water, plants can grow with great speed, making them look unruly and unkempt. In order to keep their gardens looking neat and pretty for the lovely fall weather, then, it is a great idea to go around and give everything a healthy trim.
Another thing that people should do if they want to take care of their yards and prepare them for fall is to make sure to have their surroundings cleaned and brightened. For instance, if you notice bad staining on your walls, it is a good idea for you to get them removed through pressure washing, which is really powerful in getting rid of stains. When you have these stains removed and you look around your garden, you will really notice a huge difference, as stains can really do a lot to make a place seem shabby and uncared for.
If you want your garden to look different when the new year comes, another thing that you should do is to start planning the changes you want to see right now, as this will really help you to improve it. Once fall comes, you can even choose the shrubs you want to add, and plant their roots into your soil – once spring comes, you will be amazed to see how lovely everything is, and how your garden is running riotously with color.
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Travertine is a form of sedimentary rock. It’s also a member of the limestone family and is formed around mineral spring deposits.
Over time, the accumulation of calcium carbonate results in the formation of travertine, creating a rock characterized by pitted holes and troughs. These gives travertine its natural, rustic appeal.
When it comes to infusing a touch of elegance into your outdoor space, a marble pool deck is an excellent choice .
Marble pavers & marble tiles, with their unique design patterns and glossy finish, offer an aesthetic that is hard to replicate.
Pros & Cons of Travertine Deck If you’re looking for a pool deck material that effortlessly blends beauty with practicality, travertine might be the perfect choice.


June and July are day lily season in this part of the world. Everywhere you go you see banks of orange lilies leaning out into the sun. Yellow Stella de Oro lilies are landscaped along every parking lot. Some gardeners collect lilies in every shape and shade. I inherited several types of yellow, orange and red lilies when we moved in here, and I've just divided and transplanted them around the yard to fill in spots. They keep coming and coming.
What's in season in your garden? Leave a comment and we'll all come visit.


By Claire Ferris-Lay
Gov't launches new initiative in effort to turn UAE's capital into green city.
An interim set of community planning guidelines to ensure sustainable development in Abu Dhabi were unveiled on Wednesday by the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC).
The new regulations from the emirate’s green initiative, Estidama, will ensure all developments adopt a range of sustainable features including shortening of streets to encourage more walking and promoting greater use of recycling stations.
The guidelines, which will eventually become mandatory, will also boost the amount of green space in the emirate. For every 10,000 people the city will have a minimum of 2 hectares of open space.
Abu Dhabi is seeking to transform itself into a green city in line with the city’s master plan, Plan Abu Dhabi 2030.
“At the Urban Planning Council we look at sustainability as one of the main pillars for all of our developments,” Falah Al Ahbabi, general manager at the Urban Planning Council in Abu Dhabi told Arabian Business.
The draft guidelines will be tested by developers and government entities he said.
“This is a vital first step to ensure we build a strong foundation for sustainable urban planning addressing different sustainability concerns from a building scale to a selected community as a whole," he said.
“Community design is an essential element of the Estidama programme which is the first of its kind to incorporate relevant social and cultural factors into sustainable urban planning.”
The community guidelines will cover eight key topics; development patterns, alternative energy production, mobility and transportation, water conservation, natural resources, balanced, livable communities and integrated solid waste management.
Abu Dhabi is also building the world’s first carbon free eco city, Masdar City.
The city will be home to more then 50,000 people as well as 1,500 international businesses all based in the field of sustainable and alternative energy.
I am pleased to see such a focus put on to such a world class destiny as Abu Dhabi. Our company has been promoting Green environments and sustainability for over 50 years. With simple door closers which last 10,000,000 cycles unlike our competitors made from aluminum and end up in land fills after a few years, to brass door locks in which we sell back the scrap to our vendors for recycling. Now if we can get the contractors to support this initiative with construction practices and products that last, this initiative will be a huge success.
I must congratulate Abu Dhabi UPC for taking the initiative. A well placed strategy that would make Abu Dhabi one of the great cities to live in!


Water Sensitive Design (WSD) is a planning and engineering design approach that looks at an integrated approach to water management with minimal impact to the environment. The approach is being investigated in a water stressed catchment in South Africa where rapid growth is anticipated. The impact (positive and negative) of applying various initiatives such as green roofs, grey water harvesting and reuse, decentralized treatment options etc. will be investigated using various Watershare tools.
More information: http://www.uwm.uct.ac.za/news/wsud-sites-south-africa


STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. – The iconic Blue Steps at Naumkeag, a 44-room Berkshires “Cottage” from the Gilded Age, have been beautifully restored thanks to $38,000 in state funding secured by Senator Paul W. Mark (D). Senator Mark represents more than two dozen cities and towns in Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin, and Hampshire counties.
“We are incredibly grateful for the support of Senator Mark to help us do a proper restoration of the Blue Steps at Naumkeag,” said Brian Cruey, portfolio director for the Berkshires for The Trustees, who have stewarded the property since it was bequeathed to them in 1958 by the Choate family. “This funding allowed us to repair a landscape feature known around the world as a defining work of midcentury landscape architecture, that is visited by more than 70,000 visitors who come to Naumkeag each year to see this National Historic Landmark.”
“Naumkeag is an unforgettable place that helps make the Berkshires so special,” said Senator Paul Mark, D-Becket. “During an official visit as Chair of Tourism, Arts, and Cultural Development I saw the disrepair firsthand, which I had also noticed while visiting the Winterlights last December, and asked how I could help. Working together with my colleagues in the Berkshire Delegation, we were able to secure this funding to restore the Blue Steps to their true beauty which I hope will help boost our local economy while continuing to build special memories for people in our community for many years to come.”
The funding supported restoration of the Blue Steps, which were designed by landscape architect Fletcher Steele in 1938. The steps attract visitors from around the world and are a highlight of the spring Daffodil and Tulip Festival, the popular Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show in the fall, and award-winning Winterlights over the holidays. Naumkeag attracts local families, students and tourists, as well as resident artists and those interested in the site’s history and architecture.
The Blue Steps had been spalling due to water leaking into the masonry. The Trustees had continued to patch the concrete to maintain the integrity of the structure, but a patchwork approach was compromising the integrity of the historic structure and safety to visitors. The Trustees also repaired the steps’ wrought iron railing, which was in poor condition and needed comprehensive preparation and repainting. Senator Mark’s support to restore the Blue Steps will enable visitors to enjoy this masterpiece for decades to come.
The outdoor gardens at Naumkeag are a masterpiece of 30 years of collaborative work by former owner Mabel Choate and her friend, Fletcher Steele, one of America’s first modern landscape architects. Described by the Library of American Landscape History as a “playground for the imagination,” the gardens were restored after a three-year, $3 million project designed to rejuvenate the gardens and bring them back to Choate and Steele’s original vision. The restoration of the Blue Steps, one of the most photographed features in 20th century American landscape design, is a culmination of the project.
Naumkeag is the former country estate of noted lawyer Joseph Hodges Choate and Caroline Dutcher Sterling Choate. Naumkeag was designed by architect Stanford White of McKim, Mead & White in 1885. Choate was a prominent New York City attorney and American ambassador to the United Kingdom from 1899 to 1905, and his wife Caroline, an artist and advocate for women’s education. Naumkeag was later the residence of his daughter Mabel.
The cottage is built in the Shingle Style with a wood-shingled exterior featuring brick and stone towers, prominent gables and large porch, and interiors with fine woodwork. It contains the Choate family’s original furniture, Chinese porcelain, and artwork collected from America, Europe, and the Far East. The house sits within eight acres of terraced gardens, including The Rose Garden, The Afternoon Garden, and The Chinese Garden, and landscaped grounds surrounded by 40 acres of woodland, meadow, and pasture.
To learn more about Naumkeag, go to https://thetrustees.org/place/naumkeag.
More about The Trustees
Founded by landscape architect Charles Eliot in 1891, The Trustees has, for more than 125 years, been a catalyst for important ideas, endeavors, and progress in Massachusetts. As a steward of distinctive and dynamic places of both historic and cultural value, The Trustees is the nation’s first preservation and conservation organization, and its landscapes and landmarks continue to inspire discussion, innovation, and action today as they did in the past. We are a nonprofit, supported by members, friends and donors and our 118 sites are destinations for residents, members, and visitors alike, welcoming millions of guests annually. www.thetrustees.org.


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We were in the Grand Carre area of the Tuileries Gardens when we took this photograph looking in a south westerly direction over one of the parterres called the Petit Reserve sud, located on the southern side of the gardens close to the River Seine, and in the distance you can see steps leading up to one of the terraces called the Terrasse du Bord de l'Eau.
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Sheila Backyard Ideas, 2017-06-03 05:05:35.Landscaping designs, if you are totally new toward it, herein you will discover some simple ways to design a beautiful landscape whether it is for the front part of your yard or the back part of yard. It is true, that you will need bunch of effort to create such beautiful landscape. But, it does not mean you can’t do something toward it- there are always be the ways for you.Ideas for Landscaping DesignsIf you are interested toward landscaping designs, you need to focus on several things. Before started, you need to write particular lists of think you need or you want for your landscaping. After that, you need to understand about the sun or the wind pattern so that you can easily decide where to place certain thing.
Sheila Backyard Ideas, 2017-05-31 05:20:20.Other considerations when it comes to flower garden designs are the style of your flower garden, the size and shape of your flower garden and your selection your flower. Please to do not miss those previous process when you want to design your flower garden. It is because, when you know kind of style you want to apply for your flower garden, you can decide the garden shape and size as the result you know kind of flowers you want to plant. Interested to design your flower garden now?
Sheila Backyard Ideas, 2017-05-26 05:26:06.The little shed office is the unique small backyard designs. The office is only a miniature. There are no more manager but you. The $1,395 is enough for the deck of the office. The first expenditure is the shed. It is outfitted in style and art. The desktop from the inside is the old door. An old entryway does not mean bad. The $240 is for repurpose. It includes an overseas cross. The tall chartreuse pots are purchased for you, clients, and intended fountains. You can make a water-tight, so the garden is a garden-gift for you. The other costs are for the wall boards. The $300 is for the desk.The small backyard designs based on colorFrom the designer, you can choose the earthy yellowish-brown and green color. The colors make outdoor miniature office small backyard designs feel like more natural design. You can take the wooden or stainless appliances.
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Sheila Living Room Ideas, 2017-05-31 05:41:14.You may need the information of the cost in the deck designs. The first is about the composite deck. The capped composite is the mid-range style of the patio deck designs.
Sheila Backyard Ideas, 2017-05-26 05:36:51.Therefore, you have to use an architect to set the pool design as well as the rest area. Often, the pool contractors are employed to pool design with no overall plan. It is for flexibility. As the result, the pool in the landscape does not complement, and you may lose the occasion to integrate decisions. It provides more value in the same price. By the flexibility of the backyard pool designs, you can save your money for the next necessity.
Sheila Backyard Ideas, 2017-06-01 05:56:19.Nevertheless, what is a garden without a flower? When picking rock garden designs you need also to consider toward kind of flowers you think looks perfect for your rock garden. Consider kind of low-growing plants like tiny rubies, royal blue and many more
Sheila Cabinet Design, 2017-06-02 01:17:59.If you are using the white cabinet for your kitchen, you might want to make sure that you are choosing the best for your kitchen. To make your kitchen cabinet looks better and nicer, and then you might want to simply choose the black countertops as the accent of your white kitchen cabinets. The black color for the countertops will be one nice accent to the white colored cabinets in your kitchen.However, the material chosen for the countertops should be matched with the theme that you want to have in your kitchen. for example, if have the modern looking kitchen theme, then the stone material such as marble can be one nice option of the countertops material. However, if you have the vintage or antique looking kitchen theme, then wooden material will be the best material for your kitchen countertops.
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Other destinations. There are many choices. What are the best options for decorative rocks? In this video, we will highlight some of the most popular landscaping rocks.
Butterfly stone is the primary stone. They are hand-painted and feature beautiful butterflies. This stone is perfect for your backyard or on the fireplace or shelf. Another option to offer the flexibility of 20lb bags of stones. These are smooth and smooth white pebbles. They can be used for a walkway or in potted plants. They can also stop soil from becoming eroded. The exotic pebbles, aggregates and other materials are also an excellent option. They’re ideal for potted plants and walkways. They come in a variety of sizes inside each. If you’re looking to add more colour, Fantasia Vault Tumbles Stones might be a great option for you. They’re 100% natural. Not only vibrant, they are is also totally pure. They offer a smooth and distinctive design for your project in addition to their vibrant color. In the end, Southwest Boulder Landscape Rock Pebble and Southwest Boulder Landscape Rock Pebble are gold-colored rocks. These rocks are affordable and won’t deteriorate. You can choose from various sizes, and it is suitable for many purposes, including for bed covers, the pond’s cover or different home improvement task.


A handsome exterior will make your company recognized by scores of all people. It might also encourage visitors to discontinue in and assess out your company.
Commercial property is not the sole place in which landscaping providers can really make a huge difference. How to a gorgeous garden design for front yard in your property? Be the envy of the neighborhood once you have this performed. Can not stop there! During the time you’re in it, then talk concerning garden substances. If your current company will not deal with this, do a Internet search for garden landscape designers.
Even if you plan on attempting to sell your home at some point, keep in mind that a lovely property landscaping endeavor will attract oodles of possible customers. Maybe it does look so fantastic you’ll decide to remain there in the place of proceeding. Even a gorgeous garden design may be your delight and joy of each home owner.
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Greg is a Professional Landscape Architect and Irrigation Consultant whom has over 15 years of experience in the fields of Landscape Architecture, Irrigation Consulting, and Civil Engineering. Being involved in a wide range of projects and tasks, Greg is able to bring all elements of a project together and take them to final completion on time and within budget.
Greg’s site planning, landscape architecture and irrigation design/consulting experience includes Parks, Educational Facilities, Hospitals, Assisted Living Facilities, Religious Facilities, Campgrounds, Commercial Developments, Golf Courses and Residential Developments. Greg is typically involved throughout all phases of a project including project management, schematic design and development, construction documentation, specifications, cost estimating, construction observation and contract administration. Greg has successfully managed multiple projects with contracts in excess of one million dollars.
Greg works closely with his clients from the very beginning stages of a project including Existing Site Inventory through completion including Final Inspections, Programming and Operation and Maintenance Plans. He strives to lead his designs through stewardship of land and communities. He believes working in environments with open communication and teamwork amongst our Clients and sub consultants provides for a unified vision and ensures all aspects of a project are addressed from inception to completion.
BAER DESIGN GROUP is an irrigation consulting, landscape architecture and graphics design firm with over 40 years combined experience. We are passionate about our environment and improving our resources whenever possible. Our mission is to provide our client with an aesthetically pleasing, sustainable, effective, efficient and low maintenance product. As irrigation consultants we are actively involved with multiple Golf Course Superintendent Associations. We utilize state of the art programs and equipment to provide the highest quality, detailed and accurate product to our clients.
We have worked on a variety of projects ranging from small xerigation systems to large golf course irrigation systems with thousands of rotors and multiple pump staions. Each project is approached differently as each is unique and requires varying attention to detail. Our personnel has vast project experience involved in working with multiple City, State and Federal organizations including:
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Would you like your garden to be a more relaxing and enjoyable space? This blog is here to help. I am Doug Kalal, owner of Great Gardens Landscape Design, based in San Diego. Here is my blog filled with hundreds of photos along with articles that you can digest in just 2 minutes. Enjoy!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Photo - Flagstone with Decomposed Granite
There are several different materials to use with flagstone:
ground cover such as dymondia or creeping thyme,
pebbles, grout or decoosed granite (DG).
Photo by Doug Kalal, taken at a client's garden in Normal Heights


This rectangular bench does not only work perfectly well as part of a larger concept created from elements of our VALBY line. It can also be used as an independent minimalistic seat, e.g. in parks, playgrounds or other public spaces. The larch seat, with its vertically installed planks and powder-coated steel base, has been created in a minimalistic style, inspired by classic Scandinavian design. The entire VALBY line includes as many as 7 diverse bench designs, which provides for many design possibilities.
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You need to take the time to fulfill with the landscaper. You need to talk to them about what you are looking for, and they need to assist you develop a style you will like.
A terrific style is nice, however it has to be practical. They require to know how you are going to utilize your backyard and who else will be utilizing it.
You want your yard to be practical and lovely. You ought to stroll around the lawn with the landscaper and talk about the things you already like about your yard and some of the things you do not like.
Having an unfavorable experience can make a person mindful of working with a brand-new landscaper. Landscapers will want to avoid things that clients do not like. Take a walk around and see the designs that look attractive and the ones that do not look so good.
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Different plants will need different levels of upkeep. If not they need plants that are simple to take care of.
The landscaper might have to recommend some ideas as far as coloring goes. The landscaper should use some tips about what will look great on the home. The last say needs to be delegated the house owner. exteriorarchitecture4. Budgeting Information This is another problem that is going to require to be raised.
The cost of the task should be discussed upfront so everybody is on the same page about what can be done. Is There a Customized 3D Design?
While an illustration or perhaps a 2D image is accommodating people will be surprised at the style when they can see it in 3D. This new technology can likewise enable the landscaper to add furniture, little information, in addition to textures to their design. When a person sees their task in 3D, they become extremely delighted about it – exteriorarchitecture5.
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There are numerous choices from the type of plants to use to where the outside furnishings is going to be. This new innovation is a great method to develop brand-new styles and see the landscaping ideas come to life.
8. Exist above ground stuctural factors I require to be worried about for my outside landscape? Proximity to surrounding buildings or structures, overhead wire height, utilities. Exist restrictions to below-ground space? 9. Do I have a budget plan and is it sensible? 10. Can I phase the construction of my garden? There are a lot more questions to ask prior to progressing on a garden design strategy.
It might benefit you to speak with a garden designer or landscape designer and see if working with a professional is the direction that finest fits you – exteriorarchitecture3. ** All b/w illustrations Residential Landscape Architecture, design process for the Personal Residence by Booth/Hiss. Color illustration Todd Haiman Landscape Design 2016.
As a designer, I have actually ended up being rather good at this for many years so prior to you go charging into your next on-site assessment, here is my detailed guide to distilling the dollar value from your brand-new customer. Step One Prepare Your Consumer Ahead of Time Instead of merely springing the question on your prospective client and putting them on the spot for an answer, assist them be prepared to have an answer by planting the seed early on.
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Utilize this as an opportunity to provide them something to think about in between the call and the time you fulfill on site. You’re not asking them to give you a response right away, you’re asking them to make the time to believe about it.
The last thing I want you to experience is a lot of surprise surprises. We like to get things right from the start. If you could have a consider that, it would be an excellent aid. If you’re not sure where to start, I’ll bring some examples of previous tasks and we can talk more about it face to face.””Oh, and if you could bring some images or printouts of the sorts of things you’ve seen prior to that you actually like, that would be actually useful too.


Grass Garden Inversion is the suspension of locally sourced bamboo from high tension cables spanning the alley. The lower portion of bamboo hangs freely producing movement and sound. Creating a gathering spot unlike any other, added lighting will creates dynamic shadowing at night.
Passageways is a joint project of AIA Tennessee and River City Company. Activating the urban alley through architecture, four Downtown Chattanooga alleys have been transformed with imaginative art installations. Unveiled in August 2016, these installations will be up for one year and will host a variety of community programming.
For more information on the Passageways program, visit passagewayschattanooga.com. To find Grass Garden Inversion, go to 730 Cherry Street Chattanooga, TN.


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SuDS Experience – November
1st November we hosted the South West Women in Property SuDS Experience Breakfast Event at the Generator Building.
The presenters, Lauren Phillips, Daniel Smith and Mark Farrar, gave a multi-disciplinary overview of the regulatory changes in England from 2024.
The presentation reviewed how the requirement for sustainable urban drainage has impacted our development projects, lessons learned as urban designers, landscape architects and planning consultants advising clients on development projects and also key considerations for development projects to maximise the advantages and reduce risks.
It was a really well-attended topical discussion, as well as some well-earned refreshments for the early start.
We would like to thank all of the attendees, it was really lovely to meet you!


Acer palmatum ‘Crumple Leaf’
Well drained neutral/acid
An interesting tree, it has deeply divided leaves, but they are thick and ruffly. It forms a small upright tree. Possibly the darkest red Japanese maple cultivar, with a bluish tint, holds its colour late in to the summer, when it turns green. Autumn colour of orange.


Creating a beautiful and easy-to-maintain backyard is well within your reach. There are professionals in our area who can help you create a backyard you can be proud of.
Warm and pleasant weather brings many an opportunity to gather outdoors with friends and family. We all dream of having that picture-perfect backyard setup, but the reality is that, with jobs, kids, and other responsibilities, life gets busy and backyard landscaping can easily get pushed to the wayside.
On the other hand, it may be that we have all of the right elements, but our landscape still needs that extra little panache.
Don’t despair; an attractive, fun and easy-to-maintain backyard is well within your reach. With a little help from area experts, turning a humdrum backyard into something extraordinary can feel like a breeze.
Surrounded by Natural Beauty
Plenty of studies show that spending time in nature will lower stress levels. So, why stress every time you look at your backyard? Surrounding your home’s landscape with easy-to-maintain flora will help to create a personal sanctuary.
There are numerous varieties of plants that need minimal upkeep, and many of them are familiar to the native Midwestern landscape. Sean Ducey, horticulturist at Whispering Hills Garden Center in Cary, suggests mixing things like columbine, Salvia, butterfly weed and Pentsemon (beardtongues) with choices like Baptisia, Coneflower, Rudbeckia and Anemone. Those summertime bloomers pair up well with waving grasses, which add variety and texture. Bluestem, for example, comes in more than 100 varieties, from choices with tall, waving blades to those with shorter, pointier shapes.
Surround your new plants with a good bed of mulch, which not only looks nice but also helps to fertilize plants and cut down on weeds.
Whether or not you’re a “green thumb,” container gardens are a fast and easy way to add color, variety and texture into your yard, and they generally require little more upkeep than a quick daily watering. Combine colorful flowers or take a more practical angle by planting vegetable varieties, and then place them around your patio or select nooks in the backyard.
Containers also play well with rock gardens, which bring creativity to a space and keep weeds and general maintenance down.
Transforming a backyard into an oasis may be as simple as adding a privacy fence, using plants or a combination of shrubs and trees to block out the outside world.
“Arborvitae make great living fences,” says Marcy Cronin, of Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery and Garden Center in Crystal Lake. “They not only provide greenery year-round, but they also will give you privacy and provide the perfect habitat for your feathered friends.”
Cronin finds these living fences pair up well with all variety of native plant species, which are especially easy to grow in our region because they’re naturally adapted to our climate.
“Some native plants are more drought-tolerant, and others grow well in thick clay soil,” she says. “Check your soil condition and plant the plants that are best for that condition.”
A Welcoming Patio
The patio is the perfect spot relax with a couple of cold drinks on a hot summer’s day, or to soak up those starry nights. Creating the perfect patio for your backyard, no matter how busy your lifestyle, is an easily attainable goal.
Steve Olson, manager of Viking Ski and Patio in Barrington, has a couple of suggestions.
At the top of his list is deep seating – basically anything that has a padded seat. Though people may worry about a cushion’s ability to endure nature’s harsh conditions, Olson says materials have come a long way in the past few years.
“They now make rain fabrics and cushionless deep seating furniture,” he says. “But most people just purchase covers that are highly water-resistant and breathable – an easy fix for those who want the comfy sofa and lounge chairs without the hassle of waiting for a cushion to dry after a heavy rain.”
Finding the right furniture material is also important, as comfort and function are high priorities for many shoppers.
Viking Ski and Patio offers furniture made from “envirowood,” a durable and high-quality material that’s often made from recycled milk jugs. Such pieces typically need little maintenance, won’t rust or rot, and can be left outside year-round. Furniture pieces constructed from woven materials, like traditional wicker, now feature ultraviolet protection that offers some guard against the weather.
Don’t forget about the cantilever umbrella, which can rotate to different angles while offering maximum shade. Fire pits are another must-have, and new gas fire pits provide a great alternative for patio areas. Unlike wood fires, gas pits won’t create sparks that can damage cushions and fabrics.
It may seem counterintuitive, but adding a little movement can go a long way toward that laid-back vibe.
“Make sure you have enough swivel chairs,” Olson adds. “Everyone tends to like the swivels over stationary chairs, at least for the lounge chairs.” Pair it up with a nice love seat gliding bench.
Of course, good furniture doesn’t have to stay just on the patio or deck. String up a hammock between two trees, or tuck a charming bench between a couple of flowering bushes. Strategically place comfortable chairs to make cozy seating areas in the garden.
Adirondack chairs, with their extra-wide armrests and signature reclining seatback distribute weight evenly throughout one’s upper legs and back. They now come in several styles and colors, including lounge chairs.
As you’re out shopping, remember to think about storage. Given the harsh winters we see in the Midwest, furniture that is easily stored will enjoy a significantly longer lifespan than furniture left out all winter. If storage space is lacking, shoot for furniture that can be easily taken apart or conveniently folded down before the snowfall.
Purchasing patio furniture from a knowledgeable company helps to take away much of the guesswork that comes along with setting up a new patio.
“We have you covered day or night with the latest trends,” says Olson. “We deliver our furniture assembled and placed exactly where our customers would like. We also do repairs for our customers on furniture and umbrellas, and we re-sling and do custom orders for most collections.”
It’s In the Details
It would be wise to remember that the little things can go a long way. That’s especially true when accenting your garden landscape.
“It’s nice to add a little something whimsical or elegant to set the mood,” says Cronin, of Countryside Flowers. “Birdhouses, wind chimes and spinners all make great backyard additions. Your solar lights don’t need electricity and birdbaths add a splash. Hang a soothing wind chime, and you will be on your way to a laid-back atmosphere.”
Dress up the ground as well, with some nice all-weather rugs. Designed specifically for outdoor use, all-weather rugs are quick-drying and can bring a touch of flair and comfort to patio areas.
Because they’re composed of man-made fibers, they’re built to handle rainstorms and everything else Mother Nature will throw their way.
Create simple stone pathways, using spaced-out pavers or stepping stones to help bring character to your backyard. Then, try illuminating them or highlighting other focal points – like bushes and trees – with landscape lighting, including solar-powered options.
Water features, such as fountains and waterfalls, blend into the surroundings and add a relaxing, low-key feel.
Along those lines, outcroppings of stone create a similar visual effect without the water. Commonly, small bunches of plants are secured among the rocks. “Outcropping are large pieces of stone used for landscaping, and add a bold statement to any design,” says Roberts, of Whispering Hills. Try stacking up long, flat lines of the grayish-blue bluestone, go for a more ochre-toned flagstone, or go with some big boulders of granite. Integrate those stones into the landscape and they might provide seating in a hidden nook or at a fire pit. Garden centers like Whispering Hills carry a wide variety on-site.
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help
Perhaps the best way to reduce the stress of sprucing up your backyard is to seek out the professionals. Experienced designers, like those at Whispering Hills and Countryside, have the know-how to identify which plants and accents will be well-suited to your landscape. They’ll also offer consultations and installation services.
“We encourage people to stop in and speak with our in-house designer, who will make sure the plant material you choose will flourish on your property,” says Roberts.
Selecting the right materials may also involve free in-home consultations.
“Our friendly and professional staff will make sure you are satisfied by making the appropriate suggestions based on budget, ideas and property,” Roberts adds. “We recommend stopping by our retail garden center to explore the vast selection of stone and plant varieties that we carefully select each year.”
Before you visit, it doesn’t hurt to have a few ideas of what’d you like – or don’t like – for your spruced-up garden and to know where you’d like to see it installed.
“When you come to shop, bring photos, measurements, or blueprints,” says Olson, of Viking Ski and Patio. “Our professional staff will be happy to assist in making your plans a reality.”


Classic rock and the aroma of hamburgers hung in the air, welcoming farmers and gardening enthusiasts to the EARTH Center for a Garden Field Day gathering… The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County was the host to the celebration at Davidson’s Mill Pond Park in South Brunswick on Aug. 15. The event featured environmental and agricultural organizations, a lush butterfly garden and, of course, the new Rutgers Scarlet strawberry… "We’ve been working on this project for two years… working with local growers to get the plants for various trials," said Stephen Jakubiec, an incoming Rutgers senior who worked on the Scarlet strawberry… Researchers utilized more than a dozen partner farms to grow the different generations of the strawberry, capitalizing on the differing soil types in order to emphasize different traits in the plants. According to Jakubiec, the goal was three-fold… Vivian Morris, a master gardener with Rutgers Cooperative Extension, was explaining the how-to’s of building a residential rain garden to passersby. Sitting beside a larger rain garden that she tends at the EARTH Center, Morris listed the benefits they convey.
/ / New Strawberry is Centerpiece of Garden Field Day


LED floodlights are highly effective for lighting large areas such as gardens, driveways and commercial properties. Popular choices for security lighting, our outdoor flood lights distribute bright, high-quality light across vast expanses of ground, allowing you to navigate your property safely in the dark while also deterring intruders. Discover our latest range of sensor-activated, wall-mounted and floor-mounted floodlights to find the perfect style to suit your property’s unique requirements. Whichever style you’re searching for, you’ll find only the best quality LED floodlights in our range.
LED flood lights are designed to fill large outdoor areas with bright light. The range of lights available within the collection includes functional designs that are made to last and endure harsh weather conditions. Available in a variety of light colours you can flood your garden or commercial space with different coloured outdoor lighting.
Discover trusted brands here at Moonlight Design including functional fixtures from Collingwood lighting which have a flexible 360-degree rotation. The range of LED floodlights available can be installed in spaces to suit your needs including walls, decking and trees. Why not explore the range of outdoor lighting available here at Moonlight Design today.
The handpicked selection of LED flood lights available here at Moonlight Design comes in a range of finishes to match the aesthetic of your garden.


Land clearing is a typical process to clear land. This is important for many reasons. It helps to create safer and more appealing properties. It can also be utilized for urban development, and for other reasons. Land clearing is a practical and efficient method of acquiring more land for the same amount of money. There are many advantages to clearing land. Let’s take a look some of the advantages. Don’t forget to inquire about safety regulations in relation to your project!
First, mark the area you’re clearing. This will ensure that you do not harm any trees or other vegetation. Furthermore, you can use the resulting space to construct or for agricultural purposes. Clearing land can boost the property’s value and make it more appealing. It can encourage the growth and development of agriculture, let open areas that were previously forested, or even help the construction of new homes.
The area that needs to be cleared will determine the procedure. You need to determine whether you’ll require assistance by a professional or if you can do it yourself. You may not require professional help if you’re just clearing a small portion of land. You can rent a chainsaw from your local hardware shop and do the work yourself. It is easier to engage a professional do the job.
Before you hire a land clearing service, make sure you understand what you’re doing. A land clearing service will provide you with an estimate. Take into consideration the terrain and season of your land and the time of year. It’s a good idea also to read reviews about the company you’re contemplating. It is also important to ensure that the company you’re hiring is reliable.
In addition to encouraging healthy plants, clearing land can also help protect our environment. Having more space for plants to grow will help keep weeds and other diseases from spreading to other plants. In addition, clearing land will improve the overall appearance of your property. It will also make it easier to sell your home. It can also be used for any purpose. A landscaping company is a good choice if you are looking to build a house.
You’ll have to decide if you need outside help depending on the nature and size of the property you’re clearing. A land clearing service can provide you with an estimate of the cost. The cost will depend on the size and the terrain of your area. When you hire a contractor, you’ll enjoy a smoother process and a finished project in just a few days or even weeks.
If you choose to engage a land clearing company you’ll need to employ experts. They’ll provide you with the equipment and tools needed to complete the project. The process of clearing land can be complicated, so it’s important to find a professional who is skilled in this. If you’re working on clearing an area of a smaller size, hiring a stump grinder and chainsaw at your local hardware store can help you save money.
Land clearing can be expensive therefore make sure you obtain an estimate prior to beginning. Prices will differ based on the size of the property and the season. It is essential to select an expert for the job and research the reputation of the company to make sure you’re getting the best deal. The right company can help you through the entire process from beginning to the end. It will make your project simple to complete.
Trees and shrubs in dense areas are usually the source of environmental concerns. This can be hazardous for wildlife, since dead trees and weeds can create breeding grounds for pests and insects. It could also pose a threat to the environment. The soil that is polluted can be dangerous for wildlife and trees can also contain pesticides as well as other contaminants. Tree removal can not only be a nuisance, but it can also help the environment by reducing the carbon footprint.
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Panshanger Park in Hertfordshire, is a 400 hectare Historic Park and Garden, registered at Grade II* by English Heritage.
Panshanger Park is 400 hectares of stunning Hertfordshire countryside and is a haven for both people and wildlife.
On a visit to Panshanger Park you can enjoy the surroundings of ancient woodland, veteran oak trees and views across the Mimram Valley.
Please check back to this section for further information on our future plans as the new management plan is being developed.
For Tarmac, the stewardship ethos embodies the responsible planning and management of land and natural resources.
Forest School is a specialised learning approach that sits within and compliments the wider context of outdoor and woodland education.
We welcome dog walkers and ask you to follow our guidelines so all visitors with and without dogs can continue to enjoy Panshanger Park.
The nature reserve part of the park comprises the lakes, River Mimram and surrounding habitats.
Please contact Murray Brown our People & Wildlife Officer to book your place on any of the work parties and events.
Read up on the latest news from Panshanger Park.
If you have recently visited Panshanger Park, we would like to hear your views about your visit.


The Somerville Ecovillage project is a not for profit community based initiative that is creating a world class ecovillage in Chidlow, only 45 minutes drive from the centre of Perth. The village design is based on Permaculture principles and Pattern Language as utilised successfully in leading ecovillages around the world.
Exhaustive planning and research from the outset has minimised risks and increased the likelihood of the success of the project.
The property consists of gently sloping north facing land with 70% natural vegetation and 30% cleared land. There is already an established orchard, existing cottage and other improvements. A winter creek and small spring-fed dam supply water to the property. It is proposed that there will be 104 lots on the land with lot sizes between 400 and 2000 m2.
Community involvement has been a key ongoing feature of the project with the vision being, A village where community flourishes


The Orbit 1/2 Inch male threaded plastic impact head allows you to replace or add an impact head to your yard's watering system. Designed for dependability, impact heads have an uninterrupted water flow that is clog-resistant, even when used with dirty or reclaimed water from ponds and canals. It sprays up to 90-foot diameter, making it ideal for large-area watering. Easily adjust the coverage from a partial section to a full circle. Features a deflector shield for distance adjustment and an anti-backsplash arm to aid in spray pattern and area coverage. A simple twist of the diffuser screw breaks up the water stream, creating larger or smaller water droplets. The lightweight, plastic construction is high-impact resistant and durable, providing years of reliable watering use.
LARGE-AREA COVERAGE: Sprays up to 90 feet in diameter, covering 6,360 square feet when set to a full circle
LONG-LASTING CONSTRUCTION: Made from strong, durable plastic to ensure this product will last season after season without the worry of rust or corrosion
ADJUSTABLE COVERAGE: Easily adjust spray coverage from a partial section to full 360-degree watering
CUSTOMIZABLE SETTINGS: Use the deflector shield and diffuser screw to alter the stream and change the spray distance radius anywhere from 20 to 40 feet
ANTI-BACKSPLASH ARM: Improves the sprinkler's ability to spray water in a consistent pattern and in the desired direction
RESISTS CLOGS: Flow-through design is resistant to clogs and ideal for secondary water
UNIVERSAL REPLACEMENT: Works alongside or replaces existing 1/2-inch impact sprinkler heads


Conifer 2: The Revengening
Remember last year's ranting about the pine cones? Well, I decided to count them this time. It has been 13 days since I mowed the lawn, and I just picked up 504 pine cones. And that's just the grass, not the landscaped area directly under the tree.


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“Landscape architecture is an integration of artistic expression, technology, sustainability, and business practice - it is an effective balance of these elements that constitutes the success of a project.”
"Our work blends artistic expression with proven practices of engineering, technology, and sound business practice to deliver enduring design solutions admired by owners and peers alike. Integrating natural and man-made elements to achieve a fusion of architecture, culture and environment, we transform ordinary landscapes into engaging and celebratory spaces."
Grissim Metz Andriese Associates (GMA) is recognized nationally for distinguished design achievements in landscape architecture. The firm’s award-winning reputation has grown through more than four decades of design excellence defined by artistic expression. Their work is represented by distinct, memorable spaces that enliven the human experience.
The firm’s commitment to achieve harmonious and enduring design is evident in parks and recreation projects such as Heritage Park and Waterford Oaks Aquatic Park, as well as the Greenfield Village renovations completed in 2004. Corporate and healthcare settings include Ford World Headquarters Campus, DTE Energy Company Corporate Headquarters Campus, Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital and William Beaumont Hospital.
Their pioneering work in retail environments, such as The Somerset Collection – Troy, The Gardens – Palm Beach, and Mall at Millenia – Orlando, is widely known and well respected. GMA’s expertise also extends into varied project types, including streetscapes, mixed-use developments, housing, schools, libraries, sports complexes and work in the Middle East.
With design innovation and service excellence as its hallmarks, the firm enjoys many longstanding relationships with owners and architects of distinction, who value the creative spirit embodied by the firm’s team of professionals and its concept-driven approach to problem solving.
Innovative ideas are backed by depth of experience and the specialized knowledge of the firm’s principals and associates. The diverse talents of its landscape architects enables Grissim Metz Andriese Associates to complete large complex projects, while maintaining individualized attention and personalized service to clients.
Services include Master Planning, Site Design, Landscape Design, Hardscape Design, Urban Design, Site Sustainability Design, Sports Facility Design, Streetscapes, Parks & Recreation and Environmental Graphics.


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The design partnership of the owner Rory Tompsett
H.N.D. Landscape Science & Design and Peter Hulland
H. Dip Garden Design (Part time Garden Design Lecturer
at Rease Heath Horticultural College & Graphic Design
at Macclesfield College) provide a creative, qualified
and experienced team who understand clients’ requirements
and the full implications of installation techniques.
The entire process comes under one roof, reducing the
dilution of the design principals that can happen when
dealing with separate designers and contractors.
Benefits of an Actual Landscapes Designer Garden
- Highly creative and cost effective solutions tailored
to your individual needs.
- Individually hand-drawn to your specific requirements
(not mass produced with computer software).
- Removes the easy possibility of expensive amateur
mistakes, ensuring the budget is effectively used
for maximum impact and long-term use.
- Meets all requirements of all the family members.
- Achieves an increase in pleasure, stress relief,
time with the family and an opportunity to have friends
and relatives over for Al fresco dining / Entertaining.
- Adds Value to the home and extends the living area,
which can help sell a house in days rather than months.
- Professional planning can significantly reduce the
cost/ time for maintenance.
- Create a “Wow” factor with our help.
- Plan the garden to make it “future proof”.
As families requirements change, the garden can be
planned to construct over time to meet budget / need
- Problem Gardens are transformed into beautiful /
functional living areas.
- Keep costs down by undertaking some of the work
Rory or Peter will visit the Site and provide a
Free Site Consultation.
We will establish your requirements and demonstrate
the varied products and services that Actual Landscapes
provide. Full plan and photographic portfolios will
be shown of previous work to give the client a taste
and flavour of what can be achieved.
Actual Landscapes pride themselves on meeting the clients’
requirements by working through a Design Brief that
establishes the key factors of Aesthetics, Function
and indications of Cost. The design brief measures the
likes / dislikes and elements that could be considered.
A full site survey is undertaken which includes laser
measuring equipment to establish boundaries and other
elements that will affect the finished design, digital
photographs and MP4 Video pictures will be taken to
assist with the ‘borrowed landscape’ views
and issues with screening, and the Aspect will plotted
to allow full use of the Sun at various times of the
Actual Landscapes will provide 2-3 different Master
plans (subject to the client brief) based on the Design
Brief. The Master plans will be presented to the client
(with copies) and discussed with explanations of why
elements of the design have been positioned in their
locations, suggestions on materials and recommendations
on the type of key planting areas.
The client will have the luxury of choosing from more
than one design.
Lighting plans will be included, as part of the
service once a design has been chosen.
Lighting provides further enhancement of the garden
investment as it can provide two gardens for the price
of one. At low light levels the garden can take on a
different ambience and mood, lengthens the amount of
time in the garden and can make the interior of the
house feel larger and create the illusion of depth.
The chosen design can then be subjected to a detailed
costs analysis breakdown. The individual elements will
be priced with a specification explaining how these
figures are calculated.
The prices or ‘Shopping list’ can used
to select the individual elements or a complete project
can be chosen. If a multi item project is chosen then
cost reductions will apply; this will be explained in
detail at the Cost Presentation.
Actual Landscapes make a small-subsidised charge for
this thorough and professional service, which is paid
after the presentation of the Master Plans. This charge
is refunded if Actual Landscapes undertakes the construction/
If the client requires a less detailed design option,
this is available at no charge.
Detailed Planting Plans can be provided that can enhance
the mood / theme for the more adventurous gardener.
A separate charge is made for this option as a further
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BPTW is pleased to have recently been appointed to deliver a strategic design code to support the Hemel Garden Communities (HGC) Framework Plan which will guide the delivery of 11,000 new homes and facilities.
The Strategic Design Code will inform the policies of the emerging local plans for both Dacorum Borough Council and St Albans City and District Council, and an accompanying Supplementary Planning Document (HGC Framework and Transformation Plan SPD).
Working to the process detailed in the National Model Design Code and National Design Guide, BPTW’s work is being delivered by our urban design team, overseen by Director Scott Elliott Adams, leading a wider consultant team including HTA Landscape and Urban Movement who will support the landscape and movement components of the design code. Our work has recently commenced with a series of stakeholder workshops and will provide a clear vision and coding plan focusing on the key structuring principles across the North and East growth areas as part of the HGC programme. Working closely with HGC officers, our work will ensure the development of clear design quality standards for the key placemaking components of HGC. The code is expected to be completed in Spring 2024.


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Having the professional support of Studio di Susanna Antico, means giving your project an additional dimension; giving your proposal an edge over others’.
Conceiving and manipulating light to reinforce an architectural concept during dark hours and creating its wanted night-time image.
Through innovative and sustainable development practices, Studio Susanna Antico can emphasizes urban spaces, landscape and landmarks and creates the desired atmosphere for your project.
The practice gives the best lighting solutions: luminous, energy consumption and maintenance efficiencies without compromising the quality of the visual environment
Besides specific lighting projects and masterplanning, Studio Susanna Antico is also a partner in winning architectural and landscape contests.


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Our Knightwood Grey Smooth Sandstone is a silver grey sandstone that has been cut smooth on its surface for a contemporary look.
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Our Winsor Black Limestone is a stylish natural paving option with black and very dark grey tones.
Our Hale Beige Sandstone is a light cream coloured textured Indian Sandstone. You’ll find a blend of creams, sandy tones and the occasional swage of orange in this paving option.
Our Knightwood Sandstone is an extremely popular choice with it’s mid grey hue and classic riven texture.
Our Wilverley Limestone is an elegantly classic paving option in a pale green, brown with cream tones.
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As if restoring Pasadena’s Arroyo Seco Canyon wasn’t rewarding enough, PWP recently won the 2012 Arroyo Verde Award for “Greening the Arroyo” from the Arroyo Seco Foundation.
Working in partnership with the Foundation, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District and the California Department of Water Resources, PWP is working to maximize its use of mountain runoff while protecting and enriching the historic canyon.
With $3.2 million received in Prop. 84 funding, PWP will be upgrading its stream intake structure and spreading basins in the Upper Arroyo to allow more mountain runoff to seep into the City’s groundwater table. With work under way through December 2015, the project will also restore native plants and remove invasive varieties, improve the fish habitat, and add a public restroom, signage, picnic tables and a drinking fountain


A fire pit may be built in to the outdoor veranda using stone or bricks or it might maybe stand alone and still possess the capability to be relocated when needed. The most important point is the very fact that whenever the sun goes down and the atmosphere is cooler the party can easily still carry on. Verandas are , in addition, a heart for family-focused actions: an area for meals; for children to play; for lengthy dialogs that lead to choices that are significant; and for friends to assemble outside around the grill.
This really isn't to imply that patio ideas or all interior decorating aspects should be the exact same but they should work together and complement each other to strengthen the whole make up. Innovative wood patio tiles ikea from mohawk natural teak plank on dulux trade polyurethane varnish clear matt finish also grey stained concrete retaining wall of Patio Ideas supported with many elements like platta decking tiles, shade arbors for patios, and paver patio in addition to garden sail designs. Details should not be obvious however they should be right, improving the overall feel of your home design.
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Balcony in home of Jared Frank and Sam Jacober of Topsy Design, stylists, interior designers and art directors. Design Sponge Sneak Peek by Amy Azzarito. Photo by Juco Photo.
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Selling your properties today is not something so easy because you are many properties for sale competing for the same attention. The importance of sitting down and thinking is the fact that want to come up with something unique that can make buyers come looking for you. Apart from renovating the house itself, there are many other landscaping ideas that you can try out. For example, you to look for something that will be the evidence that many buyers are looking for to be sure that your properties are the best and one of the amazing ways to do that is by landscaping which can give the property a great appeal. This is because the landscape will always have an effect on the perception the buyer will have about your properties that is why you need to improve the aesthetic of your landscape. Here are the important front yard landscaping ideas you can try out.
Trimming the trees can be a great landscaping idea to try out. This is one of the best ways of ensuring there is lighter, but also to make the place look tidy. You don’t have to do this alone, you can outsource trees services. Another great way to increase the ability of the frontier is by taking advantage of the mulch. There are many advantages of trying this and the most important thing is to learn where to place it especially near the house because it will be more beautiful there. This can also be a great way of changing the buyer’s perception of your property. To make it even lighter, always ensure that you install new lighting. Are different types of lighting that can be very effective for the front yard and you can always discover more about them.
Flowers can speak volumes and that is why it is one of the other best ways of brightening your home’s landscape. This is because the color of the flowers itself is likely to produce a great inviting aesthetic. As plant the flowers also learn to water them regularly so that they can look healthy. It is also wise of you to keep the grass in control by ensuring that doesn’t overgrow but also ensuring that it is trimmed and healthy. Ensure that there is no appearance of weed on the front yard.


Specialists in the creation of beautiful gardens from hand drawn designs, build and planting, our team work with you to realise the true potential of your space.
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Why not take a look at some of our current projects to get an idea of what we are currently working on.
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The 4 Level Sandstone Boulder Water Feature consists of 4 boulder effect resin pools stood on top of each other. The realistic boulder effect will make this feature stand out on any patio, decking or garden area. Led lights illuminate the water as is passes from boulder to boulder. With cascading water this feature will add the sound of running water to your garden.
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Abies balsamea "Nana", called balsam fir in English, is a slow-growing dwarf conifer with a compact, round shape. The fine, soft needles are colored light green in the spring and dark green later in the season. The balsam fir flowers in May and June with inconspicuous red flowers followed later by small brown cones. Abies balsamea "Nana" likes a position in full sun and a slightly acidic, fertile, well-drained soil. The plant is very hardy, does not require pruning, tolerates drought and heat well, is air pollution and sea wind tolerant.


I can see the brewings of a ‘master project’ about to form this week. My husband left for Florida yesterday with our daughter, Betty. They will be away for 10 days. In his absence, two men will be working in our yard, and will be taking down five dead pine trees.
Our entire yard is covered in trees. We have 5 acres and no grass. So, removing pine trees won’t make a dent in the foliage that we have here.
What worries me is the part of the project that involves a chipper, and then spreading the chips around the yard in decorative places.
On top of that, my husband wants some other spindly trees removed because he thinks we look too penned in, having so many trees. Damn trees. What? Why? It’s like we’re living in a forest.
It’s the timing of the tree project that concerns me. We are leaving our house to live in a campground in less than a months’ time. Projects like these tend to escalate, causing us all-nighters. I have visions of us schlepping wood under headlamp to make our yard look beautiful. And, it will look nice, I’m sure. But, the effort. Flipping hell.


For tree surgeons and those who love trees, the disappointment at the end of summer is tempered by looking forward to the spectacular autumn colour of London’s trees. This year has been an especially good year; the spectrum of colours can be incredible. The diverse nature of London’s tree stock due to the planting choices of its homeowners, means that the autumn colours of the city can be much more impressive than in the countryside.
The array of reds, yellows oranges and browns help to distract the eye from the gloomy skies and perpetual rain and can help you to forget the fact that winter is close and summer has never been so far away.
The Benefits of Pruning Trees in Autumn
Autumn is a great time to get tree work done, as working on trees during the dormant period can help the trees to recover before the springtime and can avoid excessive reactions to pruning. Also, if a tree has been pruned in autumn then the effect will last for up to six months before spring brings new growth.
I have included a link to an interesting article in the Daily Telegraph about the best trees to demonstrate autumn colours. www.telegraph.co.uk/gardening/how-to-grow/20-best-trees/
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Urban Improvement Plan around Nau Bostik in Barcelona (PMU Entorn Nau Bostik Barcelona)
The scope of this urban improvement plan is in the Sant Andreu district, in the Sagrera district of Barcelona. They include the land bounded on the south by Clara Zetkin Street, on the east by Josep Soldevila Street, on the north by Camp del Ferro Street and Ferran Turné Street and on the west by Kobe Square and qualified land of teaching equipment.
The area has a total area of 12,158 m²
Barcelona Sagrera Alta Velocitat
DIRECTOR: EFAARQUITECTES Eduard Fenoy (Architect), Mireia Salvans, Marc Fenoy, Laura Termes (Architects)
Leandro Casero (architect)
EFAarquitectes is an architectural firm in Sabadell (Vallès Occidental) formed by a multidisciplinary team of architects and professionals with extensive experience, dedicated to urban planning, landscaping, architecture and rehabilitation. EFAarquitectes (Eduard Fenoy i Associats, SLP) will find the best solution for urban management, real estate development, rehabilitation, buildings and house alterations in Sabadell and abroad. Contact us and we will inform you without obligation.
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