Over one weekend, the city's parks and gardens invite you to celebrate the beauty of nature during the Fête des Jardins (Garden Festival).
As autumn comes to Paris, the city's parks and gardens invite you to celebrate the beauty of nature during the Fête des Jardins (Garden Festival). For 24 years, this annual event has been bringing together thousands of nature-loving visitors. Explore and rediscover the green spaces of the French capital over one weekend. In total, over 150 places will be open to the public - the parc Monceau (8th), the parc Georges Brassens (15th), the parc de Bercy (12th)... -, offering a rich and varied programme of special events aimed at raising awareness among children and adults about the issues linked to the environment and ecology. Free activities are organised in every district in the capital. These will include guided tours, gardening workshops, concerts, beginners' sessions, demonstrations, walks and so on. There is something for all tastes and all ages.


Isabel Joaquina Ramos
PhD in Urban and Regional Planning - Instituto Superior Técnico, Technical University of Lisbon, 2002.
Master in Urban and Regional Planning – Technical University of Lisbon, 1996.
Current professional situation:
Assistant Professor at Universidade de Évora / School of Sciences and Technology, Department of Landscape, Environment and Planning.
Current interests of investigation:
Urban and Regional Planning | Land Use and Landscape Planning.
Public participation / Conflict resolution.
Multicriteria decision aid methodologies.
Territorial Dynamics | Regional and Local Development.
Education and Development.
(O conteúdo é da responsabilidade do investigador)
|Starting Date:||Ending Date:||Project Title:|
|2016||2017||Development of a Sustainable Plan for Alentejo Wines.|
|2016||2018||Alentejo Circular – Promotion of circular economy in Alentejo farms and agroindustries|


A site was utilized in order to create a design for a multi-use area. The different types of forms used included stacking, piling, and heap. The final form was created using four cores that each had three cubes within them. After studying Aldo Rossi, the idea of projecting squares to create ad opening was developed. Finally, the form was joined to the ground in order to make it appear as if it was coming out of the ground.


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Chicago Living Corridors: Invite Nature to Your Yard
June 17, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CDT
This webinar will provide information for those new to native planting as well as experienced native gardeners. Our presenter, Jim Kleinwachter, leads the Conservation Foundation’s Conservation@Home program to promote the creation of more eco-friendly yards. Join us to learn a variety of techniques for transforming your yard, including the selection and use of native plants, identification of invasive species, and solutions for water problems.


Talentjourney project participated at the kick-off meeting of a new CoVE project – European Platform for Urban Greening. The Talenjourney project aims and objecitves were presented as well as our experiences of the first year of implementtion.
Urban Greening project aims to increase the knowledge and skills required to address biodiversity, climate adaptation and well-being in the urban, green living environment, and to broaden the expertise among professionals in Europe. The project specifically addresses the development of innovative curricula and teaching methodologies in the field of urban green landscaping, in order to rise the quality and adaptability of the skills ecosystem.
Partner organizatons come from Denmark, Finland, Romania, Spain, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands, Green Hotspot Houten – part of Wellantcollege.


Boulder Springs Diving Base™
The Boulder Springs Diving Base™ provides an elegant base option for customers who want to incorporate the look of natural rock into their backyard design. The Boulder Springs Diving Base™ is available in 4 attractive granite rock colors. Pair the base with an upgraded color diving board for a sleek look to match your backyard decor.
Passive Base – Spring Feature is Derived from Board
Unique Diving Base Adds Beauty and Functionality to Pool Area
Available for Use With 6′ (1.83m), 8′ (2.44m) & 10′(3.05m) Length Boards
Compatible With Optional Duro-Beam aquaBoard


What will happen to the 10-acre parcel of riverfront property that once was home to Transpo's headquarters? How will it be developed into a residential community? Will it be a neighborhood like Sunnymede or a highly-dense project with condos and apartments with 940 bedrooms?
Here are the plans for the future.
Envision an urban neighborhood featuring more than 80 new homes with riverfront vistas. Consider improved riverwalk amenities with a more pedestrian-friendly area. Imagine an expanded park space, where a cloverleaf now occupies valuable land near Northside Boulevard and Eddy Street.
Those are some of the big ideas in Phase 2 of the East Bank Village master plan.
The City of South Bend presented strategic plans for the second, southern phase of the East Bank Village during a public meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, at the Bendix Theater in Century Center. Consultants from Chicago-based JJR and representatives of Holladay Corp., volunteer facilitators for the planning process, shared a 45-minute presentation that was followed with a public comment and question-and-answer period.
"This is an exciting but realistic plan that we can achieve without extensive public investment," said Jeff Gibney, executive director of Community and Economic Development for the City of South Bend. "This plan complements the expanded green space and walkable, mixed-use development that characterized the first-phase master plan for the area north of Howard Park."
The master plan, which builds upon work developed in previous plans in 1912, 1980 and 2005, consists of two phases:
Phase 1 focuses on the East Bank north of Jefferson Boulevard to LaSalle Avenue and east to the alley between Hill Street and St. Louis Boulevard. Phase 2 follows the riverfront south from Jefferson to the Transpo garage site, near Northside Boulevard and Notre Dame Avenue.
Across the river from the central business district, the "East Bank Village" is considered part of the formal downtown area. It also is situated between the University of Notre Dame and Indiana University South Bend, and includes features such as Howard Park, the East Race Waterway and several major health-care institutions.
"This neighborhood is a key bridge between two buttresses of South Bend's high-tech future – Innovation Park at Notre Dame, now under construction near the north end of Eddy Street (along with Eddy Street Commons) and Ignition Park, a home for future nanotechnology commercialization efforts in the heart of the city," said Mayor Stephen J. Luecke. "The East Bank Village will provide exciting options for artists and scientists, faculty, young professionals and families who enjoy the vitality of city life."
Phase 2 of the plan proposes that neighborhood leaders draw a clear distinction for the neighborhood south of Jefferson Boulevard. "The Howard Park area would greatly benefit from having its own unique identity and should be commonly referred to as The Howard Park Neighborhood,'" according to an executive summary. "This branding of the neighborhood has exciting potential and should strengthen the neighborhood's identity independent from the surrounding areas."
During a two-day design charette, hundreds of community residents, business leaders, city officials and other stakeholders looked at three primary approaches and provided feedback that led to the final plan.
Phase 2 of the plan includes:
- Celebrating the river location with expanded public and neighborhood space. Continue Northside Boulevard as a scenic greenway for cars, bicycles and people, realigning the roadway after the cloverleaf is removed to provide a more open riverfront.
- Creating a quality urban neighborhood much like nearby Sunnymede with a variety of housing types and price points. Most new housing would be built on the Transpo site once the firm's new maintenance facility is completed near Ignition Park. Infill housing, like Weiss Homes' work along Notre Dame Avenue, also would continue.
- Replacing the cloverleaf portion of the Cooper Street Bridge (from Eddy St.) with an at-grade intersection (at South Street) to enable the land to be reclaimed for better public use.
- Providing for alternative types of housing, including townhomes, that appeal to young professionals.
- Architectural gateways at intersections marking key entrances to the neighborhood.
Returning homes along Jefferson Boulevard over time to residential use to restore the residential character, while relocating incompatible industrial uses in the neighborhood over time.
- Continued support for upgrading Howard Park, including the creation of a new community building and use of the historic stone house for river race planning.
The Phase 1 master plan received final approval from the South Bend Common Council and the city's Redevelopment Commission in summer 2008.


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Nov 13-14: Community Forestry Conference
November 13-14: 16th Annual Pennsylvania Community Forestry Conference, at Chatham University. Talks on greenspace law, tree selection, pests, streetscape design, planting practices, ecosystem services, volunteering, and the TreeVitalize program. Schedule, speaker info, and registration at


Our professional design team bring their expertise to everything that we do. From full-scale garden designs to long-term development and small border design they offer innovative and exciting concepts for large and small spaces alike. Our design process is clear & simple - a free no-obligation initial consultation allows our designers the chance to discuss a project and crystallise exactly what is involved. This consultation gives the client a change to discuss our work and get to know us, as well as giving us a chance to really get a feel for the client’s needs. From here, we provide a cost to arrange a survey (if necessary ) and to produce drawings and, once this is agreed, the designs are created. Once the drawings are presented, we are happy to make amendments within the original brief and continue to work with our clients until they have a plan that meets their needs. One of the many benefits of having our full-time design team is that they continue to be involved with all our projects from conception to completion ensuring continuity and design integrity.
Our maintenance gardeners cover a wide area offering a full maintenance contract. We have a minimum visit time of 3 hours, and manage gardens both large and small. Whether it’s a full weekly management service, or a helping hand once a month, our many years of experience allow us to plan the work needed in your garden throughout the year, so that you need only be involved when you want to! Many of our customers have been with us for over 12 years and continue to be delighted with the service we provide. Year-round regulars have access to free border designs from our design team as well as input from all aspects of the business whenever required. One of the many benefits of using a multi-disciplinary company such as Green & Gorgeous.
We cover a huge range of works here. From small patios up to large garden transformations. Not everybody needs a design for their garden, and we build many gardens based on a simple on-site conversation. Green & Gorgeous work with other designers to realise their designs as well as building many of their own designs - we are happy to work with anybody to get what the client needs. Our skilled team of landscapers can build walls, patios, decks, ponds & water features & pergolas (to name a few!) as well as soft landscaping with lawns and planting. Our skilled horticulturalists from the maintenance teams often work alongside our landscapers when planting & renovating gardens and our many years of experience allow us to suggest a wide range of materials and solutions to problems.
Get in touch to find out how we can give you the garden you’ve always dreamed of


ABOUT BROTHERS BY NATURE
We’ve made it our mission to create memorable landscapes that complement and enhance your outdoor living space. We approach every new project with dedication, precision, and exception customer service. Not only do we strive to build outstanding landscapes, but we also strive build customer relationships that will last a lifetime. Our team specializes in landscape design, irrigation, and carpentry for your residential or commercial projects. We seek out the best talent in the industry and fill our company with team members that love what they do. From start to finish our team will ensure you feel guided and confident that your project is in the best hands.
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Throughout the plan and design stages of our process we will discuss your vision and we will develop a plan that will bring your vision to life. Our team of professional, experienced, and skilled tradesmen will oversee installation and deliver you a quality-crafted outdoor space thats built to last and is exactly what you been dreaming of. We are committed to making sure our customers are always 100% satisfied with our services.


Every property is unique
We create a detailed and unique design plan while on site during the demonstration and consultation appointment that will address your goals and desires, combined with our expertise and experience. We try to stand out from others by taking into consideration the specific characteristics of each property. Whether it’s a type of tree that needs a specialty light that can show off its height or a notable art feature that should be highlighted. Northwest Outdoor Lighting never has two designs that are ever the same.


Having a patio is an absolute must for entertaining in your backyard and making the best of your property. If you want a beautiful paver patio that is something unique and special, we’ve got some great design ideas for you. Make your Greenwich, NY, landscape stun with these creative patio designs:
Adding levels to your patio design is a great way to define space, add aesthetic appeal, and maintain functionality. One unique design idea is to create a step down level with a seating area as a transition from your home, to patio, to lawn. This way your patio can flow from the inside of your home to a dining area or bar as the main area of the patio. For larger patios, a dining area and bar can be on either side of the entrance. The lower level can be a transitional space defined by curved or linear seating walls. You can implement this design for a modern home by using a more contemporary paver like Artline, a plank-like paver that’s durable with a minimalist style. For something a little more natural, try the classic look of Unilock Limestone or Sandstone. Finally, choose your wall components. Lineo Dimensional Stone is a great complement to the modern aesthetic, while Rivercrest Wall gives a rustic accent to your Natural Stone or patio.
Related Read: Tricks for Adding Division to a Sizeable Patio
Adding curves to your patio is a unique twist that is a sure hallmark of an updated style. To get this look, work with your contractor to design a patio that is rounded or has the appearance of multiple arcs. Brussels Dimensional Stone is perfect for this type of project as it has tapered components that can give you the beautiful curves you’re looking for. This is especially great for tighter spaces, as cutting out the corners can make the space feel less restricted and a bit more open. Complement Brussels Dimensional Stone with Beacon Hill Flagstone pavers and Copthorne or Courtstone accents, or both. If you want to keep it as open as possible, let your patio flow directly into your yard without any barriers. For a more defined space, finish your patio with walls that will provide a completed feel and tons of casual seating for your guests. You could also compromise and add a few feet of wall to frame the space, but leave the rest open to allow easy access when you’ve got lots of guests. Complement the curves of your patio with round dining furniture, or even a rounded daybed for lounging!
Fiery Focal Point
A fire pit is a great casual focal point, as it provides warmth to your guests, and the open flame gives your guests a stunning visual to talk about. Fire pits usually stand on their own or need at least 10-15 feet of room, making them perfect for a focal point. Unilock has several Firepit Kits that are ready for installing, like the Sunset Fire Pit Kit that’s available in both round and square styles to fit any design. If you prefer your fire contained, perhaps a fireplace would be a better choice for you. Fireplaces are by nature a bit cozier, and by design they create definition in the space. Unilock Pre-Built Fireplaces make installation a breeze. The Tuscany fireplace, made with Brussels Dimensional Stone and Copthorne accents, has a gorgeous rustic feel that will instantly draw the eye and make it the center of attention. Accessorize with the outdoor furniture of your choosing and some potted plants, and you’re ready to go!
The title image features a Beacon Hill Flagstone patio with Copthorne and Courtstone accents, along with Brussels Dimensional Stone verticals.


Thumb through any home and garden magazine and you will see the allure of vintage inspired rustic wood. It is evident through the deliberate efforts to make new furniture look old. It is also evident through the continued use of reclaimed materials in home building and furniture design. Reclaimed materials are given a new lease on life in a design world where everything old is new again! It is clear that the older wood appears, the more appealing it becomes. The appeal of “rustic chic” extends into the realm of outdoor living designs as well. Homeowner’s want their new deck to look old, and some are making the choice to use wood in lieu of materials that display no imperfections.
Design trends come and go, but the attributes associated with wood have never gone out of style. Wood is coveted for its rustic appearance and its natural flaws. Streaking, veining, knots and even worm holes are all appealing aesthetics of wood. Many times the more knotted the wood is, the more people want it. Knots create more of a visual sense of the natural state of the wood. The more rustic the wood appears, the more character the wood has. When you look up the definition for the term “rustic” it reads made of the rough limbs of trees. This explanation defines rustic and speaks volumes about the characteristics homeowners are looking for when they make the choice to use wood.
The imperfection of the tree adds to the character of the wood
Many times clients will call and tell me there wood has some checking. Checking is a natural part of wood’s aging. Checking can safely be as much as six inches long. Wood is natural and porous and therefore it is expected to expand and contract. This is why clients choose wood. These are the elements that give the wood character. By the function of wood aging you get some rustic appeal like checking.
Knottiness in wood also delivers a rustic appearance. Clear wood which is made from the innermost part of the tree is less likely to contain knots, but is a lot more expensive. Different grades of wood will display different degrees of knottiness. The knots should not be of concern because they are part of the timber, are tight and will not fall out.
The very nature of certain types of wood lends itself to a rustic appearance. Cedar and pine are commonly used in outdoor structure design. Pine is more yellow where cedar is more gold. Pine is a softer wood than cedar and will expand and contract more than cedar. Cedar naturally contains oils that won’t allow for as much expansion and contraction as pine. Ipe’, even though it is a dense hardwood will weather to a rustic grey patina if left alone.
The popularity of wood with more character has come full circle. Thirty years ago, redwood was the most popular choice for decks. It was a status symbol to own a redwood deck. Over the years mahogany and cypress have both had some popularity. Cedar has been popular for many years and today is still our most commonly requested wood in outdoor designs. So you see everything old is new again.
If you are looking for a way to incorporate naturally beautiful wood like cedar into your outdoor living space, Archadeck of Columbus can get the job done. Our diverse selection of exterior materials can turn your boring space into rustic chic. Contact us today for a free consultation (740) 879 – 3730
You can see more examples of outdoor spaces with character and charm by visiting our extensive wooden deck gallery, and our porch galleries located on our website.


The space was designed to house a local landscape design firm. The architect planned to construct an intimate and small-village-like work environment under the plant-house’s original building skin, maintaining the natural daylight and ventilation in the new working cluster to achieve a low-energy-cost green spatial infill.
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Freedom, openness and returning to simplicity are the spirits that Blue Space advocates. When Bloom Design is commissioned to do the design for this old space, it decides not to cater for popular aesthetics but to look at how to make a difference and how to shape the temperament of fashion of Blue Space.
The experience center is consist of five areas ,art gallery, drinking area, reading area, life experience area and business negotiation area. In addition to information about real estate and show flat, a variety of art creation about “home” are interspersed in the center, which is achieve the fusion of experience and functionality of each area.
The whole design is intended to fully demonstrate the merits of the mall, and precisely deliver the principles and values behind the design to the potential tenants; consequently, they will not only be impressed by the fashionable atmosphere, but also grasp a full understanding of the marketing position of the mall.


Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) has completed the purchase of 178 acres in the East Escarpment Wetland Restoration project area. The acquisition was announced at the October 1 Board of Directors meeting.
The two properties purchased are adjacent and also link to the Dofasco 2000 Trail and the Devil’s Punchbowl Conservation Area, making the purchase a major step in the project, which aims to acquire floodplain lands, existing and former forested and wetland areas in the East Escarpment with the potential for restoration and enhancement and to provide for passive recreation.
The first property is 102 acres, (41.29 hectares) and contains significant woodland in its northern area. 422 metres of the main channel of Battlefield Creek traverses the property from east to west, with additional tributary watercourses on the property draining to the main channel.
Significant karst features including small caves and sinkholes are located on the subject lands with existing watercourses flowing through the karst features.
The second property is 76.4 acres (30.9 hectares) and contains forested, meadow and agricultural lands. 409 metres of the main channel of Battlefield Creek traverses the property from east to west, with additional tributary watercourses on the property draining to the main channel.
In total, 831 metres of Battlefield Creek’s main channel runs through the properties, plus tributaries.
Funding for the acquisitions came from donations from the Heritage Green Community Trust and the City of Hamilton, who committed to donate $2 million towards securing land in the East Escarpment area.
The areas where acquisitions will be targeted are mostly rural with a mix of agricultural lands and former agricultural lands. In the rural areas, floodplain lands, remnant forest and wetland features and habitat exist but they have been heavily impacted by past activities and development. These remnant features and habitats are a high priority for conservation and restoration.
Wetlands act as natural sponges that trap and slowly release water, whether from precipitation, snow melt or surface water. This regulates the flow of water through the watershed during periods of low flows and high flows.
In future, design plans will be created to allow for more natural flow of streams and watercourses through the subwatersheds, with the goal of restoring the watercourses, wetlands and forests to improve the habitat and function. Many of the current watercourses through the areas have been diverted through the use of roadside ditches and other channels rather than following their natural path.


Hosta 'Island Breeze'
Hosta 'Island Breeze'. The grandfather to this new colorful hosta is 'Fire Island'. The parent is variegated 'Paradise Island'. 'Island Breeze' is an improvement in stamina, color and performance of this "Tropical" family. PP#27151. (Walter's Gardens)
Walter's Gardens explains "The improvements in this cultivar include more impressive variegation due to its wider margins, thicker leaf substance, and a strong growth rate. Wide, dark green margins stand in sharp contrast to the bright yellow centers in early spring. As summer approaches, the centers become more chartreuse when plants are grown in heavier shade or lighter yellow if they are grown in more sun. Like 'Paradise Island', this one also has showy red speckled petioles that bleed up into the leaves."
DESIGNER HOSTA: This variety joins a select few other hostas in the exclusive "Designer" category. This plant has distinctive garden presence and exemplary landscape performance. The foliage is of good substance and demonstrates superior resistance to garden pests. This plant grows well in all parts of the country. A premium plant that looks great all season long!
MATURE HEIGHT: 12".
MATURE SPREAD: 18".
HARDINESS ZONES: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9.
FLOWER: Dark lavender, mid season.
SUN EXPOSURE: Part sun to shade.
SIZE SHIPPED: 2.5" pot.
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Most plants are going dormant and are currently being shipped with foliage completely trimmed off.
*Orders ship free but do incur a $4.99 handling fee.
Orders to the west coast incur added fees.


All City of Whittlesea standards and guidelines are now superseded and incorporated into the Guidelines for Urban Development and Appendices documents - listed below.
The guidelines represent an integrated sustainable planning, landscaping and engineering framework for preparation of subdivision layouts and the creation of infrastructure as part of new developments.
The guidelines reference a number of documents, including the Engineering Design and Construction Manual (EDCM) published by MPA in 2011, and do not override the requirements of the EDCM standards.
Guidelines for urban development (Manual)
A - Procedures and flow charts
B - Checklists
C - Standard drawings
- C1 – Standard drawings – Engineering details (City of Whittlesea)
- C2 – Standard drawings – Landscape details (City of Whittlesea)


Vine Hill Partners is a multi-disciplinary company with expertise in:
Real Estate Development
Custom Home Design and Build
The VHP team has diverse backgrounds in Real Estate Development, Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture and Engineering.
VHP is focused on developing and building projects with an architectural focus that are innovative, sustainable and value oriented. This focus brings diversity to our projects that range from custom traditional homes to mountain homes and event centers.
VHP is a unique building and development company with the experience to transform ideas into reality.
Cory and Heather Lepper started VHP and merged their educational and professional design and business backgrounds to create a boutique development and construction company with an emphasis on creating value in every project while focusing on design and attention to detail.
After college and graduate school Cory worked for the nations largest developers and builders leading the land development teams in the design, entitlement and construction of homes and homesites in the Midwest and Southeast. This experience lead to the formation of VHP with a unique focus based on sustainability and attention to detail in land planning, home design and construction
Heather has lead design teams and managed projects of all scales and complexity at the largest and most qualified Interior Design and Architecture Firms in the country. With an eye for details and vision to meticulously select materials and products that are cohesive Heather leads the interior design and selections for all Vine Hill Partners projects.


Rock Fire Pit Ideas.
– Nice of fire starts keeps growing rapidly will be the most desired accessory to obtain in your playground. The variety available these days on the market today is seemingly unlimited, so finding the right one for yourself along with your budget never simpler.
Rock Fire Pit Ideas – Fire pits can be as simple or because elaborate as you want, or perhaps can pay for. Having a produce a stunning landscape design feature or perhaps recreate the particular campfire connection with childhood reminiscences. You could possibly only want to take advantage of the usage of your outdoor area when the nights have a lot cooler, all things considered, nothing is such as warmth of your fire together with flickering flames to get a cozy gathering area.
For Fire Pits, You can find many ideas on the topic diy rock fire pit ideas, flagstone fire pit ideas, natural rock fire pit ideas, river rock fire pit ideas and many more on the internet, but in the post of Rock Fire Pit Ideas we have tried to select the best visual idea about Fire Pits You also can look for more ideas on Fire Pits category apart from the topic Rock Fire Pit Ideas.


Before you purchase sod, you need to determine how much.
Sketch your yard
Make a sketch of the yard. You can mark the areas that you want to fill with sod. Measure the area around it. Next, take measurements around the area.
Garages and sidewalks should not be included in your calculations. You should always do the calculations to ensure that you don’t spend more or buy less sod.
Measure the area to be sodded and write down the numbers. You may need to divide the area into smaller parts in order to get a more exact result.
To cover an area in a circle, you will need to measure its radius. You should start at the center, and then work your way out to the edges.
Sometimes, you may need to buy enough sod to cover the entire area of your yard. Measure the base of the triangle and its height.


- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Height 9 - 12 Feet
- Width 6 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 5-9
Colder climates have a hard time growing true pampas grass (Cortaderia Selloana). Ravenna Grass or hardy pampas grass is the answer. Structurally this grass is very similar in size and shape with tall white wispy plumes, but it can handle negative degree weather, unlike its original counterpart. Ravenna Grass is in another genus and species altogether. Erianthus ravennae is a hardy perennial to zones 5 to 9. These are one of the tallest ornamental grasses on the market reaching 9 to 12 feet tall.
This grass is native to Southern Europe and North Africa. When planting, make sure to site this grass correctly because it can get very large. It works great functionally to screen eyesores or it has a more ornamental value when used as a mixed border or used in a dried flower arrangement. Be aware that in warmer southern zones 8 and above this grass self-seeds freely and has a tendency to be invasive. Ideally, Ravenna grass is geared more toward the more northern gardening zones where its growth is more in check.
Ravenna Grass Care
This grass thrives in full sun and has average soil and watering needs. Areas that have more moisture with periods of dryness are preferred. Err on the side of caution with fertilizer. Too much fertilizer can cause stems to flop over. Adding an annual topdressing of compost will do the trick. In early Spring, cut back dead foliage to 6 inches above the crown. A new flush of growth will arise from the thatch.
The most enjoyable part of this plant is when it has gone dormant in the Fall. All winter long dried golden brown plumes of grass wave in the wind. Think outside the box and recycle the dried grass stalks into free mulch for your vegetable garden when you clean up in the Spring.
Ravenna Grass Spacing
Ensure that this grass has room to grow. It is not only tall vertically, but it can reach 6 feet in diameter. The dense clumps of grass make for a phenomenal green wall. Space plants 72 to 96 inches apart in the landscape and enjoy!
Ravenna Grass Information
|USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
|Plant Type: Perennial Grass
|Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun
|Mature Height: 9 - 12 Feet
|Mature Width: 6 - 8 Feet
|Plant Spacing: 6 - 8 Feet
|Growth Habit: Upright
|Flower Color(s): White
|Seasonal Interest: Late Summer
|Foliage Type: Herbaceous
|Foliage Color(s): Green
|Features: Cut Flowers, Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance
|Uses: Border Plant Cut Flower Dried Flower Specimen or Focal Point
|Plant Brand: Proven Winners
|Botanical/Scientific Name: Erianthus ravennae
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
Time of Order:
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.


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Straightaway and slightly downhill, the wide fairway eventually runs into a crossing wash. The approach is uphill over the wash to a green guarded by a bunker short and left, with open space on the right.
A gradual dogleg left and a bit downhill, bunkers line the left side of the landing area. A bunker 67 yards short of the elevated green determines strategy for laying up, or going for the green in two.
The only water hazard on this nine sits to the right and partially in front of the green, enticing a left-to-right trajectory. The green, surrounded by bunkers, slopes left to right, and down toward the water.
The pond stretches in front of the tees, which look out to a fairway with five bunkers that stud the landing area. The approach is a carry over a wash to a small green with a devilish false front.
A wide, welcoming fairway forms a gentle double dogleg, first left and then right. A series of pot bunkers lines the final 40 yards on the right to the back of the elevated green.
A straightforward target, the relatively level green is angles right to left, wrapping around a bunker that is set right-center. A tightly mowed swale on the left is safe, unlike the waste area on the right.
An uphill dogleg right, the wide fairway is guarded by a bunker 60 yards long at the right corner. A deep "Black Hole" bunker fronts the elevated green, which slopes sharply to the front, left-to-right.
A wash splits the fairway into a dogleg right, with bunkers along the wide landing areas. An impressive hilltop bunker complex 40yards short of the green can hide most of the flagstick.
A wash creates a carry from the tee and reappears in front of the green, wrapping around it as well. A raised fairway bunker hides the green, which slopes in front to a grassy area on the right.


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Elegant wanting backyard garden planters could make the position appear advanced. In organizing an outdoor space, It will be significantly better to work with bigger planters. They might keep much larger plant life and gives A lot extra space to the roots. Huge out of doors plant containers may be as big as 84'' in diameter along with fifty two" in top. They are available in several colour and magnificence that may give solution to decoration need. Retailers have used large outside plant containers just because it appeals to men and women's fascination and the world being decorated is a great deal more spacious. Positioning a beautiful Dracaena on Just about every from the doorway pillars or a couple of flower crops on the stairways will glimpse enticing into a passerby. Other industrial institutions utilize huge outside plant containers for Ficus, sea hogs, or palm trees as out of doors decorations.
The big variety of plant decisions presents way for a great deal of suppliers to style and design even more intricate plant containers. In modern day container gardening, the use of clay products in pottery has actually been the very recognized. Although it is acknowledged that this sort of planter stop working as time passes. Now, planters are made from several materials including PVC, fiberglass or resin and several a lot more. They can be found in many models, designs, and dimensions. Since terra-cotta planters are very well-recognised within the container gardening industry, nearly all the layouts are already designed to appear like it and still have the durability that other resources can provide.
Backyard planters gardening has never glimpse fantastic with no jug shaped planter. This has become the most frequently used planter with regards to out of doors variations. The jug shape presents a much more functional design and style option for out of doors or indoor use. The perfect sites to own these types of plant containers are patios, entrances to retailers, or gardens. They're even applied as centerpieces for flower crops.
Your indoor garden planters could incorporate any variety of fabric you drive considering that they will not be exposed to any from the outdoor elements. When you decide to get an indoor garden planter, you'll want to have the right sunlight together with space for the vegetation or vegetables you would like to grow. When that has been recognized, you should buy your crops and planters. Be sure you Get the planters with adequate drainage holes so that you can assist prevent root rot or diseases. You likewise want to make certain your planters have drainage trays to collect the surplus drinking water Therefore the surfaces your planters are sitting on will likely be safeguarded. You might invest in planter bins in your own home improvement shops, boutique backyard garden shops or florists. It's also possible to re-use an previous planter or flower box by supplying a fresh coat of paint or developing it if you want to suit your furnishings.
In spite of size, form, or shade of the back garden planters, the bottom line is still dependent on the design in addition to designer. Up to date, groundbreaking, futuristic or perhaps a peculiar structure wouldn't be feasible without the appropriate alternative of planter and vegetation. It will likely be best to take into consideration components such as the climate problem wherever the planter is positioned or the material it is actually check here made from. Decide on a suited plant for that area and it would be a good get started.


Angel Falls Hosta
This attractive large variety produces cascading, deeply ridged, glossy chartreuse to white leaves with dark green margins; provides beautiful texture and contrast to other plants; spikes of light lavender flowers in mid-summer
Angel Falls Hosta is a dense herbaceous perennial with tall flower stalks held atop a low mound of foliage. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition.
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Chemionix has introduced BIM for landscape architecture, keeping in note a number of benefits and features that it can offer.
BIM is simply the next generation technology that has made things much convenient and transparent in the AEC industry such as the landscape industry. The technology has replaced printed drawings with a digital landscape model.
Many experts have earlier considered that the digital landscape model can be created with the use of many different options also such as tools that can create 3d models. But soon the main difference came up that the models created by other tools lacked information of the landscape. While in case of BIM, it offered 3d model of the landscape along with proper information and detailing of it.
Apart from this, there have been various benefits that have led BIM to be one of the best options in landscape architecture.
Enables proper planning
The very first and most crucial benefit of BIM is that it allows the architecture to have a proper planning done before starting the work. This is possible because the model offers a complete detailing about things so that a number of elements can be estimated such as quantity scheduling, model coordination, material takeoffs, and many others. Hence, a number of times, extra cost that may have got levied on the raw materials are saved. It offers a proper documentation process through which the work can be started with a full confidence.
Providing a 3d designing of the landscape architecture by BIM Modeling can also help in a number of other things such as getting design decisions that are actually critical in nature. One of the examples is that you can estimate looking at the design about capturing and storing of the rainwater. Similarly, there are many other such decisions that can be made by having a look at the 3d model created by BIM.
Efficient in all means
BIM created a 3d model of the landscape architecture that is much transparent in nature in comparison to the traditional one. This also helps the architects and the experts to have a deep look in the design and review about any errors in the design. Such errors can be checked out much in advance so that no issues can come up when the construction starts. Also, the system offers better coordination among the team so that the task can be done in a much efficient way in all means.
Thus, BIM comes loaded with a lot of benefits and it is highly capable of provide efficient outcome and saving money. Currently, BIM is becoming a standard in places such as UK and architects are relying upon it much more for various projects due to its benefits and also an interesting approach towards landscape architecture.
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Published at Tuesday, February 05th, 2019 - 21:32:30 PM. stones. By Pierrette Marques.
There are various paving stones available in the stone market. There are many of them which come with life long warranty as well. It is interesting as such a warranty does not come with any type of pavement. So, you do not need to worry about anything because first, this kind of pavement is durable and second, because even if there is slight wear and tear then there is life long warranty. One can choose from this range as per individual budget.
If the stones are to be set in mortar then planning in advance is extremely advantageous. Any mistakes made in this type of stone laying are very hard to correct. Also, always take into consideration any problems with drainage and give the walk a gentle slope so that puddles will not gather especially in areas that have heavy rainfall.
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Pour de Nouvelles Ruralités
+FOR NEW RURALITIES+
Since June 2020 our team has been working with the 6 Regional Natural Parks of the Grand Est Region in an action-research project on rural territories.
On January 21, 2021, we presented the program of architecture and landscape residencies for the years 2021 and 2022 and the white book "For New Ruralities" that will accompany the reflection of the actors.
All information coming soon in our web site.


MITUR starts work on the improvement of the seawall of La Caleta, La Romana.
The work will be executed for an amount of 96 million pesos and will have a positive impact on the municipalities.
As part of the program for the renovation of the country’s tourist destinations, Minister David Collado started the works for the “Improvement of the seafront of the Caleta Municipal District, La Romana province”.
This work of beautification of public spaces will have a cost of RD$96,000,000 and includes the renovation of 600 linear meters of paved road and concrete sidewalks, from La Playita Park to Botello Park.
Minister Collado highlighted the importance of this intervention, which will make this destination more attractive.
“By initiating these works here in La Caleta, we are fulfilling a long-standing demand and we continue to comply with our program of turning every corner into a tourist destination,” said Collado.
The work also includes storm drainage with a system of pipes, collectors and complementary installations to collect runoff water from rainfall, such as scuppers, filtering wells and grates.
The work will facilitate communication between the town and important and emblematic places of tourist interest.
The intervention also includes the reconstruction of infrastructure, the renovation of Mirador Vista Catalina Park (formerly Parque Botello) and Playita Park, viewpoints with benches and urban equipment, as well as road conditioning and works of art.
Also, electrical installations and lighting, storm drainage solution, landscaping, green strips on both sides of the vehicular and pedestrian traffic lanes, gardens in the internal area of the leisure space and Almácigo trees.
The work will be carried out by the Executing Committee for Infrastructure in Tourist Zones (CEIZTUR).
In addition to Minister Collado, the activity was attended by the vice-ministers of Tourism, the general director of CEIZTUR, Gabriel Español, among other personalities, as well as local authorities.
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Few of us realised the science that lies behind the strips of meadow flowers that have been planted around not only the Manor in Sheffield but other parts of our city along with other towns and cities. The Company was originally founded by Professor Nigel Dunnett and is part owned by the University of Sheffield and the environmental social enterprise Green Estate. Mike explained that there is a bit more to the seemingly natural meadow flowers than meets the eye. With some stunning pictures he showed how derelict land, that would otherwise encourage vandalism and bad behaviour, can be turned into a scene of beauty and tranquillity. Those of you who went to the Olympic Park will have seen the results of their work in full bloom.


ALLAHABAD: As part of Smart City project
, around 1.35 km of riverfront
would be developed around Yamuna Bank Road
and Arail Ghat by the Allahabad Development Authority (ADA), Irrigation and power departments at a cost of Rs 147.36 crore. Decorative and herbal plants would be planted along the stretch to give the area a serene look. The stretch would also house cafeteria, multi-purpose halls and commercial complex for domestic and foreign tourists. A children’s corner is also proposed.
A ramp with chairs and benches would be built along the riverfront to make it visitor friendly. The power corporation would ensure round-the-clock lighting arrangements. The riverfront would be developed in two phases. In the first phase, around 650 metres at Arail, Naini would be developed along with Yamuna, while in the second phase 700 metres of stretch between New Yamuna Bridge and Boat Club in Kydganj area would be taken up.
The total cost of the project would be divided among four departments with ADA incurring Rs 111.46 crore, irrigation department Rs 34.55 crore, power corporation 1.01 crore and Jal Nigam Rs 34 lakh. “As part of the plan, saplings of decorative plants and herbal plants will be lined up across the riverfront. It will be equipped with cafeteria and multi-purpose halls. A ‘Kund’ would also be built near the ghats in which Yamuna river water would be flowed in for domestic devotees,” said ADA executive engineer RD Rai.
He said that the process for construction of riverfront was already underway. “A Noida based firm has been entrusted with the task of designing the riverfront after which the construction work will start,” he said.
The trees to be planted along side the river front, includes flowery trees of Palash, Amaltash, Chandan, Morphankhi, Arjun, Kadamb, Gular and Kachnar. Neem trees would also be planted along the river front.
Further, ‘Paidal Path’ (footpath) would be built for the morning and evening walkers. To facilitate the aged persons and children, ramp and chairs would be set up.


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The City of Independence has partnered with Olsen Agriculture and the state Transportation and Growth Management program to create a conceptual design for the development of Olsen's 66 acre property north of town. Much of the property lies within the floodplain of the Willamette River, rendering those areas unbuildable.
The conceptual design process will explore possible uses for the buldable portions of the land, and also examine the feasibility of developing the low land for use as city ballfields. Olsen Agriculture, the property owners, are interested in a mixed use development, which led to the involvement of the Transportation and Growth Management Quick Response team.
The TGM program exists to encourage development that consideres land use issues as well as transportation issues when developing a site plan. The Quick Response team will work with the City, Olsen Agriculture and the public to develop a conceptual design for the property that is compatible with area land uses and provides the maximum potential for public benefit and return on the owners' investment.
A series of public workshops will be held to solicit input from the public on this exciting project. The first will take place on Wednesday, May 9th from 5-7 pm at City Hall. This will be an "opportunities and constraints" workshop, to answer people's questions and determine what people would like to see happen and what might worry them about the project.
"Consensus Concept(s)" to be Presented
A public workshop will be held Wednesday June 27th from 5-7pm at City Hall to present a refined conceptual plan for the property. We are interested in hearing the public's opinion of the concept. Please attend the workshop or contact Shawn Irvine with any comments 503-838-1212 sirvine [at] ci [dot] independence [dot] or [dot] us
UPDATE: The concept plan was finalized, an image of which can be found below. The City is currently working to develop the North Riverfront Ballfield Complex with the Oregon National Guard.


An example of using containers to create a typical hedge. Instead of plantings these boxwood straight in the ground, they are higher up to block views, and can be moved if necessary. - Gardening For Life
Pérgolas para terrazas. Cerramientos fijos para terrazas.
his DIY branch coat rack is an incredible example of repurposing/recycling a natural object for a stunning effect in the home that’s also a really useful piece of furniture design! Your own DIY coat rack in disguise of a frosted tree


Arnold Lumber carries the largest variety of stock bluestone products. One of the Backyard's most popular products, the versatile stone can be used in patios, walkways, stair treads, retaining walls and accent pieces. We feature Natural Cleft Blue, Natural Cleft Mixed, Thermal Blue and thermal Mixed varieties.
Natural stone is a great way to create breathtaking landscapes, building exteriors, patios and fireplaces. The variety, color and shapes available make for almost endless options, limited only by your imagination. These are just a few examples of the colors and styles available.
From backyards to bathrooms, stone and brick veneer is a versatile and economical way to add the beauty of masonry to your home or yard. Available in a myriad of styles and pigments, it's the perfect option to add style to your home. We feature top quality veneers from the most sought after brands.


Wonderland Lake’s natural beauty is gem-like. It’s a special place in Boulder, given many of the lakes and bodies of water such as the Boulder Reservoir and Viele Lake have been overwhelmed by human interference.
There is rich and varied animal life. Coyotes, deer, owls, hawks, songbirds, ducks, diving birds and numerous small animals live at the lake and in its surrounding grasslands.
Yet for some baffling reason, city government, the Open Space trustees, and Open Space Mountain Parks Department have approved a plan to develop and “Disneyfy” the lake and its surroundings by constructing an Urban Park better suited to New York City. The plan includes building fixed permanent structures, including an enormous T-shaped fishing pier extending to the deepest park of the lake, boardwalks, a bird blind, a picnic pavilion, a permanent shade structure, signage, numerous trails along the creek, an enormous nature center, and parking lot with bus parking. Where will they fit all this in this small park? What will happen to all the wildlife when the bulldozers and hammers arrive? After they are frightened away from this sanctuary will they ever return? The character and feel of the lake shall be permanently altered for the worse.
Boulder is rapidly expanding and degradation of open space is a natural result. Where Wonderland Lake is concerned, leave it alone and wild. As Boulder inevitably continues to become denser and more built up, it becomes even more important that we have these jewel-like spaces. Better connections on hiking trails would be welcome, but heavy construction and built structures in this wild space do not belong. In Dr. Seusses’ “The Lorax,” the Once-ler cut down all the forests despite the Lorax’s pleas and destroyed the land. Hopefully OMSP and Boulder City Council won’t do the same.


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Wotu Square is in front of the city government. It can be called the heart of Lyon. In the center of the Square is an artistic fountain built in 19 facts. It depicts four steeds pulling chariots. They symbolize the river running into the sea all the way. The sunshine is so good that there are few people in the square and they are comfortable.


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Makes an attractive small tree with stiffly ascending branches and large clusters of bright orange berries. Good where space is limited.


There are many different kinds of lights available for your outdoor area, so you may have to choose between fixed lighting or hanging, portable lighting, if you wish to change or move your outdoor areas. A great idea is to leave hanging lights near pathways and terraces. Once you have your lighting chosen, make sure you think about how it will affect your gardens. You need to look at the lighting brightness and colours, and match them with wall features, or garden plants. A great idea is to string fairy lights around a small pond, for added reflection of the light.
Outdoor lighting used to be very basic. If you needed an outside light, you bought one of a handful of selections and installed it. Now that people are using their outdoor spaces as extra living spaces, contemporary outdoor lighting and other lighting styles have emerged. There are nearly as many options for outdoor lighting today as there are for indoor lighting, and you are sure to find exactly what you want. Even those who are shopping on a budget will be able to find a variety of lighting solutions for their needs, so don't worry if money is an issue for you.
These are yet another beautiful and magnificent choice for your outdoors. Outdoor post lamps are a little different from pilaster-mounted lamps, but both are equally good alternatives for lighting up your outdoors. These lamps can easily light up your mood after sunset and the surrounding environments that you live in. Yet another popular choice of outdoor post lamps is street lantern lights that have a unique glint in them that make them pretty and delightful. With outdoor post lights, you can light up your home outdoors beautifully and you can even control your lighting costs if you are careful about wattage and other factors. Surely, you can feel blissful with the right outdoor post lamps.
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V&E at ParkRoyal Collection
Bed Full of Ferns
Location: Park Royal Collections, Marina Bay
Event: Wedding Lunch Reception
When the couple first approached us for their wedding, their keywords were wild, lush and ‘not much florals frankly’. V had a strong vision for a wild arrangement and loved the idea of using what we have around us, she also offered us her garden for us to forage from!
This provided inspiration for us to create a lush, wild and green arrangement for their special day, using ferns and tropical plants were already present in her
We took inspiration from lots of places for this piece- from the avenues in Singapore, to beautiful curated parks and gardens. With an almost only-green palette, we knew that nailing the textural compositions and balance was essential.
After hours of thronging in the gardens and nurseries, we decided on a large array of ferns of varying scales- from a large 2m tall tree fern to frame the walk in to small pots of rabbit fern to place in the nooks. The textural difference of the various ferns came together really nicely to create a fun and wild form.
Echevaria was extremely easy to work with and I enjoyed the process! The conceptualisation and proposal prepared helped to align our expectations from the onset and gave me the assurance to enable Echevaria with complete creative freedom (which I would now recommend!). I loved the eventual design and received many compliments where it also complemented the venue.


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There is often confusion about when to add mulch. The best time is to wait until the ground begins to freeze. Sometimes that can be into mid-to late November. However, since many of us are under time constraints, we mulch when we find time. It is more important to get some insulation down than to worry about the critters that might burrow under the mulch.
If snow falls before the ground freezes, lay the mulch on top of the snow. Unless it's a really heavy snowfall, there is still a good chance it will melt off at some point, before the cold weather stays for the winter.
Snow is the best natural mulch provided to our plants. It is a good insulator that helps to hold the soils heat and prevents frigid air from infiltrating the soil. Bare soil loses heat, which allows the ground to freeze to greater depths. However, in the last few winters the snow has offered little protection for our plants. Whenever we had an adequate snowfall, it came too late in the season to protect plants.
How thick a mulch layer you apply in the fall depends on what you are using. Straw is the most effective winter mulch because it has hollow stems that trap air and insulates the soil the same way a down jacket holds your body warmth in. A depth of four to six inches should be sufficient. Straw is getting more difficult to get because fewer farmers raise oats, also, supply and demand makes it more expensive than some other mulches.
Speaking of straw, it is by far the best mulch for strawberries. Again, the hollow stems give it room to breathe while other mulches pack down the strawberries. This packing could affect the plants come spring.
Leaves can be effective mulch, especially because most of us have plenty of them. While straw mulch should have a four to six inch layer, leaves should have a 10 to 12inch layer. One of the best ways to use leaves is to bag them and pile the bags on top of the plants you want to protect. This method has been tested in the Duluth area on roses with good results.
It's a good idea to put shredded bark or wood chips around young or newly planted trees and shrubs. If you have done this in the past, check to see that the depth is about six inches. Remember to leave a little space around the trunk or stem so the bark can stay dry and not mold or rot.
When we think of annual flower beds, we often think about the small flowers. Don't forget that dahlias, glads, cannas, and sunflowers are also annuals. After they are dug, the soil should be treated much like that of a vegetable garden. Many gardeners mulch their small flowerbeds with compost, pine needles or straw after the flowers are well established. Clean out any vines and weeds and dig the mulch into the bed before the ground freezes.
Perennial gardens need to be treated differently. Clean out any weeds, and prune each accordingly. Depending upon which perennials we are talking about, mulch after the ground freezes with a four to six inch layer of loose mulch, such as straw, leaves, pine needles, compost, etc. Fall mulch is to keep the frost in, not to keep it out. The freeze/thaw process that often happens during late winter can expose the roots or crown of the plant. Spring winds can dry out the roots or crown resulting in the death of the plant.


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If wishes come true, the island will dry out. The trees will shake off the shock, unfurl their leaves and breathe out pure oxygen in a massive sigh of relief. The river silt coating the land after the waters receded will become fertile ground for a lush carpet of new lawn. The kind that repels mosquitoes, of course, while we are wishing.
And the music will play.


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Fionn Byrne recognized at 2020 CELA Awards
Mar 19, 2020
Byrne received the Excellence in Studio Teaching Award (Junior Level)
Assistant Professor Fionn Byrne has received the Excellence in Studio Teaching Award (Junior Level) at the 2020 Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA) Awards.
The award recognizes Byrne's "ability to direct design studio projects that demonstrate outstanding quality and/or emphasize the critical thinking and creative process."
CELA was established to encourage, support, and further education in the field of landscape architecture specifically related to teaching, research, scholarship, and public service. Byrne joins Kees Lokman, Cynthia Girling, and Ron Kellett as recent SALA winners at the awards.


2021 McIntosh&Marques_FABRIC-Iconic.pdf (4.46 MB)
Applying FABRIC as a Tool to Understanding Architectural and Landscape Icons in a Time of Travel Restrictions
journal contributionposted on 2021-11-09, 19:23 authored by Jacqueline McIntosh, Bruno MarquesBruno Marques
Iconic architecture and landscape architecture are most often understood through photographic media that mediates between the idea and the reality for those learning to design. The drastic lockdown responses to COVID-19 and the limitations on local and international travel highlighted the importance of the visual and the potential of the virtual. However, visual media can also be understood as systems that go far beyond a strict representation of an object. In this climate where publicity, politics, and perception play ever more crucial roles, representations of iconic architecture and landscapes increasingly blur the boundaries between the imaginary and the tangible. This paper examines the experience of iconic architecture and landscape in four iconic European cities (Paris, Barcelona, Seville, and Lisbon) as seen through the eyes of fifty postgraduate architecture, interior architecture, and landscape architecture students from New Zealand. It compares their understanding of a building or landscape from its photographic image before engaging with the physical reality. Students were asked to first identify iconic architecture and landscape, then closely analyze and document the essential qualities which established its pre-eminence. A subsequent visit to each of the places provided the opportunity for comparison and the testing of the realities and fictions of the icons themselves. Our research finds that today’s architecture students are savvy and sophisticated consumers of technology. It also presents FABRIC, a conceptual framework that offers additional scaffolding for educating design students through experiential learning in a time of travel restrictions.
Preferred citationMcIntosh, J. & Marques, B. (2021). Applying FABRIC as a Tool to Understanding Architectural and Landscape Icons in a Time of Travel Restrictions. Architecture, 1(2), 99-116. https://doi.org/10.3390/architecture1020009
Online publication date2021-11-09


Online retailer Needs & Wants Studios has collaborated with a Toronto architecture student to transform a shipping container into a mobile boutique that serves as the brand's first physical store
Meeting space-- could this be an idea for a pop-up stockbrokerage location? a pop-up lawyer? banking?
touch of green
PRINT + PATTERN INSPIRATION: an insightful forecast of mood boards & color stories
Spaces of note by Luigi Rosselli
A nice design idea for a modern garden. Love the simple furniture with lots of refreshing details.
outdoor walkway lights ideas
Inexpensive lighting idea - I want there in the patio area just outside the barn
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DEER PROTECTION - SUPER NICE Protect your garden from deer in a stylish way! Southampton-based landscape designer Lisa Bynon created this inspired deer fence to protect her vegetable and flower garden. A must see article! Lots of pics.
I like this, but I think I'd use a slimmer size of PVC pipe. Black hanging lanterns - fixtures are suspended with decorative chain. PVC pipe, wrapped with rope conceals the chains and helps support the lanterns.


Expo 2020 organizers have announced that water will defy gravity and flow upward as one of the attractions at the site. The stunning ‘Expo 2020 Water Feature’ will feature an orchestral score by the award-winning composer of the Game of Thrones theme song.
“Explore giant water sheets tumbling down 13-metre-high vertical walls that, by day, cascade into a multi-hued circle of fire, and by night, defy gravity by flowing upwards,” organizers said.
As a result, the Expo team announced more details about two new attractions coming to the site. One of the other attractions was the 55-metre observation tower with a ‘flying park’ when His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited the site on September 1.
The Expo 2020 Water Feature combines the elements of water, earth, and fire between Al Wasl Plaza and Jubilee Park. From Al Wasl Plaza, visitors enter a verdant 40-metre-wide garden of towering palms and fragrant plants rising above a series of curving paths that encircle a central water feature. A central area takes visitors down beneath ground level, where large plant walls rise up around it. Three entrances lead to the feature,” Expo 2020 said.
It features 153 individual waves, ranging from glistening sheets to bursts of water that “literally leap from the walls as they make their dramatic descent to the plaza below”. It is possible to walk to the base of the falls to see how the water disappears through the stone. Nighttime, the waves reverse their direction – sending them up the walls in a gravity-defying display.”
An immense circle of flames bursts from the center of the feature in hues of red, green, and yellow. These huge flames are made from pure hydrogen, in keeping with Expo 2020’s theme of sustainability.


S. Korea’s $18 bln water vision nears completion
South Korea is nearing completion on an USD18 billion project that will realize President Lee Myung-bak’s vision for the restoration of the country’s four major rivers while supporting green power and green agriculture.
Three years after Lee launched the project in 2009, the project is almost finished and will be completed before the end of the year, the project’s environmental administrator, Cha Yoon-jung, recently told the Hürriyet Daily News.
The project is called the “National River Restoration,” better known as the “Four Rivers Project,” a reshaping and rehabilitation of portions of four of South Korea’s biggest rivers, the Han in the northwest, the Nakdong in the southeast, the Geum in the west and the Yeongsan in the southwest.
The overall project was broken into three sets: revitalizing the four rivers, projects on their 14 tributaries and the restoration of other smaller-sized streams. The project had five key objectives as well, namely, securing abundant water resources to combat water scarcity; implementing comprehensive flood-control measures; improving water quality and restoring river ecosystems; creating multipurpose spaces for local residents and fostering regional development centered on the rivers.
The restoration entails the building of 20 new dams, the raising of 87 existing dams, the raising and buttressing of hundreds of kilometers of river banks, as well as the dredging of almost 700 kilometers of river to a depth of six meters.
Paraguay, meanwhile, is now looking to South Korea’s experience in the project for advice on revitalizing a new South American plan that accommodates environmental impacts and seeks an eco-friendly and sustainable development approach to developing one of the largest river systems in the world.


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Lesser calamint: Calamintha nepeta ssp. Glandulosa
This very aromatic, hardy herbaceous perennial belongs to the family of the Labiatae and grows in the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere. It spreads by means of creeping rhizomes. The leaves of some of the species are used for medicinal purposes and as herb tea. The lesser calamint is an aromatic, bushy plant with an erect habit and oval, often serrated, dark green leaves. In summer it bears loose spikes of blue flowers that are white in the ‘White Cloud’ variety. The species owes it name to its similarity to catmint (Nepeta). C. grandiflora has violet-pink flowers. This undemanding herbaceous perennial is ideally suited to theand flower beds as well as window boxes. It is also good for under planting in containers on balconies and terraces. It tolerates sun but prefers shade. The should be rich in humus and be kept moist at all times. It can be raised from seed or propagated by division in spring.


Historic & Design Review Commission
The Historic and Design Review Commission's primary function is to conduct preliminary review of buildings and site designs for proposed projects, and to assist applicants in developing designs compatible with adopted criteria and standards; with powers and duties as specified in the Arcata Land Use Code and as outlined in Arcata Municipal Code Sections 2212 to 2218.
Meetings & Agendas
Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, or at the call of the Chair, at 4 p.m. in the Council Chamber. Meetings are held in an open-public session as set for in the Ralph M. Brown Act. For conduct of meetings, the Historic and Design Review Commission follows Rosenberg's Rules of Order for parliamentary procedures. See the meeting agendas.
The Commission consists of five members who shall be selected for their interest, knowledge and experience in one or more of the following: A) Historic preservation; B) Architecture, landscape architecture, landscape design or building design; C) Building construction or landscaping; and D) Solar siting, green building or energy efficiency in building design.
Historic & Design Review Commissioners serve four-year staggered terms ending October 31.
Conflict of Interest Provisions of the City of Arcata Conflict of Interest Code, Title II, Chapter 8, apply to all commission members. Commissioners must file California Fair Political Practices Commission Form 700's with the City Clerk's Office.
Annual Reports to the Council
- 2014 Historic and Design Review Annual Report
- 2013 Historic and Design Review Annual Report
- 2012 Historic and Design Review Annual Report
- 2011 Historic and Design Review Annual Report
- 2010 Historic and Design Review Annual Report
- 2009 Historic and Design Review Annual Report
- 2008 Design Review Annual Report
- 2007 Design Review Annual Report
- 2007 Design Review Report Data
- 2006 Design Review Annual Report
- 2006 Design Review Report Data
- 2009 Design Awards
- 2006 Design Awards


Fire pits have become increasingly popular in recent years, as they provide a cozy and inviting atmosphere for outdoor gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or simply enjoying a quiet evening under the stars, a fire pit can enhance the ambiance of any outdoor space. However, when it comes to choosing the right stone for your fire pit, there are several factors to consider. The type of stone you select can greatly impact the durability, aesthetics, and overall functionality of your fire pit.
- Fire pits can be made from a variety of stones, each with their own unique characteristics and benefits.
- Granite is a durable and classic choice for fire pits, while sandstone offers versatility and a natural look.
- Limestone is a soft and beautiful stone, while slate provides a unique and textured option.
- Basalt is a dark and dense stone, while travertine is light and porous.
- When choosing a stone for your fire pit, consider your needs and preferences, and be sure to properly maintain and care for your fire pit to ensure its longevity.
Understanding the Different Types of Stones Available
There are various types of stones commonly used for fire pits, each with its own unique characteristics and benefits. One popular option is granite, known for its durability and classic appearance. Granite is a natural stone that can withstand high temperatures and is resistant to cracking or chipping. It also comes in a wide range of colors and patterns, making it a versatile choice for any outdoor space.
Another versatile option is sandstone, which is known for its natural beauty and ability to retain heat. Sandstone is available in a variety of earthy tones and textures, allowing you to create a fire pit that seamlessly blends with your outdoor decor. It is also relatively easy to work with, making it a popular choice for DIY enthusiasts.
Granite: A Durable and Classic Choice for Fire Pits
Granite is a popular choice for fire pits due to its durability and timeless appeal. This natural stone is formed from cooled magma deep within the earth’s crust, resulting in a dense and hard material that can withstand extreme temperatures. Granite fire pits are not only resistant to heat but also highly durable, making them suitable for long-term use.
In addition to its durability, granite offers a classic and elegant aesthetic that can enhance the overall look of your outdoor space. With its wide range of colors and patterns, you can choose a granite fire pit that complements your existing decor or creates a focal point in your backyard. Whether you prefer a sleek and modern design or a more rustic and natural look, granite can be customized to suit your style.
Sandstone: A Versatile and Natural Option for Fire Pits
|Varies from beige to red and brown
|Coarse and grainy
|High resistance to heat and weathering
|Widely available in many regions
|Relatively affordable compared to other natural stones
|Requires occasional sealing and cleaning
|Can be cut and shaped into various sizes and shapes
|Considered a sustainable and eco-friendly option
Sandstone is a versatile option for fire pits, thanks to its natural beauty and ability to retain heat. This sedimentary rock is composed of sand-sized grains of mineral, rock, or organic material, giving it a unique texture and appearance. Sandstone fire pits can be found in various colors, ranging from warm earth tones to vibrant reds and oranges.
One of the key advantages of sandstone is its ability to retain heat for extended periods. This means that even after the fire has died down, the sandstone will continue to radiate warmth, allowing you to enjoy the cozy atmosphere for longer. Sandstone is also relatively easy to shape and work with, making it a popular choice for custom fire pit designs.
Limestone: A Soft and Beautiful Stone for Fire Pits
Limestone is a soft and beautiful stone that can add a touch of elegance to your fire pit. This sedimentary rock is formed from the remains of marine organisms such as coral and shells, giving it a unique texture and appearance. Limestone fire pits are available in various shades of white, beige, and gray, allowing you to create a sophisticated and timeless outdoor space.
One of the main advantages of limestone is its natural beauty. The soft hues and subtle patterns of this stone can create a serene and inviting atmosphere in your backyard. Limestone is also relatively easy to shape and work with, making it a versatile option for custom fire pit designs.
Slate: A Unique and Textured Stone for Fire Pits
Slate is a unique option for fire pits, thanks to its distinctive texture and natural beauty. This metamorphic rock is formed from layers of clay, volcanic ash, and other minerals, resulting in a fine-grained stone with a smooth surface. Slate fire pits are available in various shades of gray, black, and green, allowing you to create a modern and sophisticated outdoor space.
One of the key advantages of slate is its unique texture. The fine-grained surface of this stone adds depth and character to your fire pit, creating a visually appealing focal point in your backyard. Slate is also highly resistant to heat and can withstand high temperatures without cracking or chipping, making it a durable option for long-term use.
Basalt: A Dark and Dense Stone for Fire Pits
Basalt is a dark and dense stone that can add a touch of sophistication to your fire pit. This igneous rock is formed from cooled lava, resulting in a hard and durable material that can withstand extreme temperatures. Basalt fire pits are available in various shades of gray and black, allowing you to create a sleek and modern outdoor space.
One of the main advantages of basalt is its density. This stone is highly resistant to heat and can retain warmth for extended periods, allowing you to enjoy the cozy atmosphere for longer. Basalt is also relatively low maintenance and requires minimal care to keep it looking its best.
Travertine: A Light and Porous Stone for Fire Pits
Travertine is a light and porous stone that can add a touch of elegance to your fire pit. This sedimentary rock is formed from the precipitation of calcium carbonate, resulting in a unique texture and appearance. Travertine fire pits are available in various shades of beige, cream, and brown, allowing you to create a warm and inviting outdoor space.
One of the key advantages of travertine is its porous nature. This stone has natural holes and divots that add character and visual interest to your fire pit. The porous surface also allows for better heat distribution, ensuring that your fire pit remains warm and cozy throughout the evening.
Marble: A Luxurious and Elegant Stone for Fire Pits
Marble is a luxurious option for fire pits, thanks to its timeless beauty and elegant appearance. This metamorphic rock is formed from limestone that has undergone intense heat and pressure, resulting in a dense and durable material. Marble fire pits are available in various shades of white, gray, and black, allowing you to create a sophisticated and refined outdoor space.
One of the main advantages of marble is its luxurious aesthetic. The smooth and polished surface of this stone adds a touch of elegance to your fire pit, creating a visually stunning focal point in your backyard. Marble is also highly resistant to heat and can withstand high temperatures without cracking or chipping, making it a durable option for long-term use.
Choosing the Right Stone for Your Fire Pit Based on Your Needs and Preferences
When choosing a stone for your fire pit, there are several factors to consider. First and foremost, you need to determine the level of durability required for your specific needs. If you plan on using your fire pit frequently or in harsh weather conditions, it’s important to choose a stone that can withstand high temperatures and is resistant to cracking or chipping.
Another important consideration is the aesthetic appeal of the stone. Take into account the overall style and theme of your outdoor space, as well as your personal preferences. Some stones, such as granite and marble, offer a classic and elegant look, while others, like sandstone and slate, provide a more natural and textured appearance.
Maintenance and Care Tips for Your Stone Fire Pit
To keep your stone fire pit in good condition, regular maintenance is essential. Start by removing any debris or ashes from the fire pit after each use. This will prevent buildup and ensure that the stone remains clean and free from damage.
For routine cleaning, use a mild detergent and warm water to gently scrub the surface of the stone. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the stone and affect its appearance. Once clean, rinse the stone thoroughly and allow it to dry completely before using the fire pit again.
To protect your stone fire pit from the elements, consider applying a sealant. This will help to prevent staining and discoloration, as well as protect the stone from moisture damage. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions when applying the sealant, and reapply as needed to maintain its effectiveness.
In conclusion, choosing the right stone for your fire pit is crucial for both functionality and aesthetics. Whether you opt for the durability of granite, the natural beauty of sandstone, or the elegance of marble, each type of stone offers its own unique advantages. Consider your specific needs and preferences when making your selection, and don’t forget to properly maintain and care for your stone fire pit to ensure its longevity and beauty for years to come.


Restoring Public and Cultural Spaces
One of the primary objectives of this funding is to enhance public and cultural spaces in key areas of Walthamstow, fostering stronger connections between the High Street and market as well as existing and emerging cultural hubs. The ultimate goal is to make these spaces inclusive and accessible to everyone, transforming Walthamstow into a true cultural destination.
While this initiative focuses on public realm improvements, which involve enhancing the physical environment, it's important to note that the funding cannot be allocated to marketing or security patrols. However, by improving the town's physical environment, it is anticipated that both the appeal of the area and its safety will improve, thereby reducing the opportunity for crime.
In a promising move towards revitalizing the vibrant community of Walthamstow, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities recently granted Waltham Forest Council a substantial sum of £17.2 million. This funding is dedicated to the restoration and reimagination of underused spaces within Walthamstow.
On the evening of September 26th, the Council’s Area Regeneration Team hosted an informative presentation to unveil their plans for the allocation of these funds. This article aims to review the key highlights of the presentation and what this investment means for the future of Walthamstow.
The Vision for Walthamstow
The presentation outlined an ambitious vision for Walthamstow, with specific plans for key areas:
Already underway, the transformation of public spaces near the new Soho Theatre Walthamstow will make the area safer at night and more accessible. Additional works will extend to the creation of a Juniper House Pocket Park, improvements to Rosebank Villas and The Scene as well as to the Walthamstow Station gyratory. These enhancements will include increased lighting, new plantings, and street furniture to create more inviting and secure spaces.
St James Street
The plan includes improving the St James Path and Courtenay Place, implementing public realm improvements, and exploring the possibility of opening up arches for small or medium-sized business enterprises (SMEs). Moreover, a safer and more activated link will be established between St James Quarter, High Street, and Walthamstow Central Station.
The main high street will undergo a facelift, focusing on improving layout and interfaces to enhance the customer experience. "Space pocket" areas will be created to improve accessibility, while landscaping and art installations will infuse vibrancy into the market atmosphere. These improvements are designed to extend visitor stays, entice more traders, and rekindle the market's former glory, cementing its reputation as Europe's longest market.
The extensive engagement work carried out in Walthamstow over the last few years has helped to shape the projects which will be delivered via the LUF funding. The presentation concluded with a call to action for all businesses, community groups and local representatives to join the Walthamstow Town Team. This group will work in partnership with the town's team to translate the ambitious vision into a tangible reality.
The Levelling Up Funding plans for Walthamstow represent a significant investment in the rejuvenation of this historic borough. By focusing on enhancing public spaces, fostering cultural hubs, and collaborating with local businesses, Walthamstow is poised for a transformation that will not only make it a more inviting and vibrant place but also provide a substantial economic boost to the local community.
It is an exciting time for Walthamstow, and the promise of a brighter future is within reach. To contribute your thoughts and ideas to these business developments, reach out to the Council’s Town Centre Activation and Engagement Officer James Martin at


Chiswick Contemporary Garden
We highly recommend Beaufort Landscapes. We are delighted with the stunning garden they have created for us. It is exactly what we wanted (in fact far beyond our expectations). The design is contemporary and stylish and the workmanship was to an exceptional standard. The garden lighting also ensures it looks great at night and a fantastic focus point to look at from indoors. They are very professional and knowledgeable, with incredible attention to detail and not happy to finish until everything was 100% perfect. They had lots of great, creative ideas, including advice on ways to save money whilst not compromising on the overall look. Tom's advice on the planting scheme was excellent too.


One of the many projects we’re undertaking this year, is relining the pond at Brackenridge Park. We’ve drained the southern portion of the pond and are waiting for the liner to arrive. Please pardon the mess, we’ll be finished as soon as possible.
While the pond might look “dry” it most definitely is not and will not hold your weight when walked upon. Please stay out of them for your own safety.
The finished product will have a much improved look for years to come.


"Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake knows a truly exceptional getaway experience doesn’t begin and end with just a comfy bed. Nor is it all about the ocean—a still, sunset-soaked lake offers extra quiet with its peace. the fireplace
A small wooden deck originally anchored the backyard, which has since been transformed into a larger social area. “We wanted something that was sunken into the earth that would feel like you’re enveloped by the surroundings,” Michael says.
A Los Angeles home takes advantage of the climate with a spacious outdoor seating area, complete with a water fixture and firepit. Photo by Misha Gravenor. Photo by Misha Gravenor. This originally appeared in Echo Logical.
MillHill Terrace - modern - patio - sydney - by ANNA CARIN Design-wood and concrete deck to denote separate areas. Space between deck and wall for planting beds. Mirror along background wall for an illusion of space. Cupboard in far right


Big Twister Rush
Juncus effusus 'Big Twister'
Pronunciation: JUN-kus eff-Yoo-sus
|Description||Large, spiraling foliage, resembling giant corkscrews twisting and turning, creates a dramatic effect over water. A great deer-resistant accent plant that collectors dare not do without. Clumps slowly broaden by creeping rhizomes. This low maintenance plant is ideally sited in a bog or other very moist, bright shade location. Adapts well to containers.|
|Light||Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun|
|Watering||Keep soil consistently moist.|
|Blooms||Insignificant; prized for foliage.|
|Mature Size||Moderately fast; 18 to 24 in. tall, 24 in. wide.|
|Special Features||Easy Care, Fast Growing|
|Companion Plants||Hosta (Hosta); Bee Balm (Monarda); Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium); Turtlehead (Chelone)|
|Care||Provide average soil with consistent moisture; thrives in a moist, boggy environment, but tolerates drier conditions when established. For a tidy appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new foliage emerges. Clumps may be slow to establish, but once established will spread by creeping rhizomes. Adapts well to containers.|
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