Downtown Action Plan Finalized
The Grand Forks Downtown Action Plan is complete, and the public is invited to see the finished project on the City of Grand Forks website. “The whole community will benefit from this downtown initiative. People want to be where there’s people, action and excitement and that’s what we plan to bring to downtown Grand Forks,” says Mayor Michael Brown.
The Downtown Action Plan focused on four main areas: streetscape, parks and open spaces, development strategies, and wayfinding. Each part of the plan was driven by local factors and incorporated public input throughout, which was crucial in developing the plan’s themes of interconnectivity, multi-functionality, and accessibility, among others. Many of the plan’s concepts are already being implemented, such as the reconstruction of Demers Avenue and the distinctive light pillars set to line it, and many others will take shape in the coming years, such as the redevelopment of the water treatment plant site.
“Five years from now I think people will see one heck of a downtown. It really is the community’s plan, not the City of Grand Forks’ plan,” says Todd Feland, Grand Forks City Administrator.The development of the Downtown Action Plan began in late 2018 with a goal of advancing the vision of the Mayor’s Vibrancy Initiative, which called for creating bold public spaces, animating downtown street life downtown, improving access to and around downtown, spurring development in key emerging areas, and improving downtown through the mobilization of resources. To view the Grand Forks Downtown Action Plan, go to www.grandforksgov.com/downtown


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Can pavers and tree roots get along?
Often the easiest plants to grow are the ones you don’t want – weeds. Sometimes, weeds like to take up residence between paving stones where they are not only an unsightly annoyance, they can also be difficult to get rid of.
To prevent and remove weeds between pavers, it’s important to understand where they come from and how they grow. Weeds don’t grow from beneath the stones. They grow between the stones when the jointing sand washes away leaving space for the seedlings to fall in. Here in a moist, dark setting, the conditions are right for weeds to germinate and grow. Even a couple seedlings can quickly spread across your patio floor.
Prevent weeds before they take root
Despite how determined weeds are, you can take steps to prevent them from taking root on your patio in the first place.
1. Ensure that your paving stones are properly installed to deter weeds. You need a tightly packed sand bed foundation. Once your pavers are in place, fill the spaces between the stones with polymeric sand, which forms an effective barrier to weeds.
2. Never put plastic underneath the pavers. This will keep the joints wet and promote weed growth.
3. Ensure proper sloping away from the house to direct rainwater down the slope and prevent stagnant water from encouraging weed and moss growth.
4. Sweep your paving stones regularly to keep seedlings from settling in and taking hold between your pavers.
Ridding yourself of the weedy problem
If you already have weed growth between your patio stones, here are some tips to try.
1. First, manually remove large weeds from between the paving stones. Do your best to make sure you’ve pulled out the whole root.
2. Then, use a pressure washer to remove the existing sand from the joints. This will also remove all rooting zones. It is important to remember not to use the pressure washer on high power or too close to the surface when rinsing, or you risk damaging the surface of your stones. Always keep the nozzle at a 30° angle, 12’’ away from the surface and use the fanned nozzle setting.
3. Apply a solution of 20% dish soap and 80% water to the surface of your patio. You can also use white vinegar or just boiling water. Pouring any of these solutions over the infected areas will kill already existing weeds and prevent new ones from sprouting.
4. Let the surface dry and refill the joints with jointing sand.
While it’s hard to keep weeds from sprouting up on your paver project, a little prevention will go a long way towards keeping them at bay. Talk to a Unilock design consultant about professional installation of a weed-resistent paving project.
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The vast selection of pavers is dizzying. There are colors, materials and different styles to choose from, and then there’s the size. Should you go with large or small pavers for your outdoor project? The choice comes down to a few factors: the size and shape of your space, the ambience you want to create, and the purpose of your pavers.Read More
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Periodically we’ll feature one of our properties here to let our readers know about some great gay friendly places to stay.
Ballycommane House & Garden – a charming Irish country home on the Wild Atlantic Way. Tucked away in the green rolling hills of West Cork and surrounded by mature gardens, Ballycommane House is most inviting for relaxation. The sweeping views from the house and its well-tended gardens present the Irish landscape like in a nutshell: sheep grazing on green pastures, cultivated farmland, dense forests and wild open hills. Dotted with old Irish stone houses, the surrounding countryside exudes an intriguing Old World charm. Located on the famous Wild Atlantic Way, this accomodation is the ideal base for touring or walking Mizen Head, the Sheep’s Head and Beara peninsula. There are lovely sandy beaches nearby, most inviting for a swim during the summertime.


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Cherrill Sands is a garden historian with a great passion for the Arts and Crafts movement.
With the aim of combining beauty and practicality, the movement saw gardens as places to be explored and enjoyed.
Cherrill’s talk will highlight three talented and creative gardeners from the movement.
William Morris, with his first garden at the Red House.
William Robinson, whose books and magazines urged people to break away from the geometric seasonal bedding which was fashionable in the 19th century.
Gertrude Jekyll, who won great acclaim as a garden designer, working alone or with the architect Edwin Lutyens.
Please join us for a fascinating historical talk at
St Joan’s Centre, 19 Tilford Road, Farnham GU9 8DJ
Friday 15 November, 20:00
Refreshments from 19:30
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We live in a world of abundant choice. Look around! House paint comes in thousands of colors – and even when you go to the store to buy laundry detergent, you have about 50 different choices. This holds true for landscaping, and when it comes to pool decks there are a lot of alternatives to a typical wooden pool deck.
Modern manufacturing methods allow for an enormous range of modern pool decking options – and some of these are more appropriate for homes in Cape Vincent, Clayton or Alexandria Bay, NY. So before you begin your project, take some time to familiarize yourself with the alternatives. A good place to start is online. The Unilock website is full of attractive products designed to meet your hardscaping needs.
Consider pool deck materials that are in keeping with your current home exterior style. This doesn’t mean you have to go with the exterior colors of your house, but whatever you do choose should either blend or contrast nicely with the rest of your home. So whether you are just thinking about options or are at the point of sketching out your ideas, it pays to know of a few of the different types of material you have available. Let’s take a look at some of these alternatives to wooden decking.
Natural stone offers strength and is low maintenance, which is ideal in places like Cape Vincent, Clayton and Alexandria Bay, NY where cold winter weather can be harsh. As well as concrete paver options, Unilock also offers a range of premium natural stone options that are sourced from India, Asia and Europe. Design your outdoor pool deck with natural stone products that give you a distinctive style, texture and color options for your pool area. Sandstone, for example, is ideal for creating that beachy feel for your poolside setting. The styles, textures and colors available will allow you to design a luxurious pool deck that everyone will love.
Porcelain landscape tiles can also offer a luxurious finish for pool deck areas. This Unilock range offers an elegant European look for any pool area. This type of paver can give your outdoor pool area the look of a Roman bath or the garden area of a palazzo. It is a gorgeous option, but also one of exceptional quality and durability.
The title image features Golden Stone Caeser porcelain landscape tiles.
Unilock is a leading manufacturer of concrete products, literally and figuratively paving the way for the industry. One such concrete paver option is Yorkstone, part of the Unilock StoneMark range. Consider this as another option for your pool deck area. Yorkstone offers a natural sandstone appearance coupled with the long-lasting properties of concrete. The different hues offer that soft earthy color and subtle, naturalistic irregularities, which is why so many homeowners choose a sandstone finish. Also part of the StoneMark range is the Rivenstone option. Imagine a poolside deck made of pavers that have the classic look and feel of bluestone or the welcoming warmth of flagstone. Both of these are possible with Rivenstone’s Bluestone and Canyon color options respectively.


Originally my plan this week was to talk about forthcoming RHS garden shows and spring gardens to visit, but all this is on hold. If you are missing getting out and need some garden inspiration there are lots of virtual garden tours online so it’s possible to visit from your armchair at home with the owner or gardener providing a commentary.
My favourite is the National Garden Scheme tours - https://ngs.org.uk/virtual-garden-visits/. They are very personal tours, taking in the best that spring has to offer, and you’ll be able to visits gardens that perhaps were too far away to consider.
Or perhaps a trip abroad – Anne Dumas of the Royal Academy give s a short tour of Claude Monet’s garden at Giverny.


Metamorphous by Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture in Vancouver, BC, Canada. When you hear the word metamorphosis, you usually associate it with the caterpillar turning into the butterfly. And, even though, the caterpillar and the butterfly don’t apply here, you are about to witness something quite similar — a major change in the appearance and character of a landscape. Let’s continue with the meaning of the adjective metamorphous, which describes things related to or resulting from metamorphosis. The adjective is specially used for rocks that have been altered considerably from their original structure.
Clarifying the nature of these terms is perhaps much more relevant than it seems, mainly because of the strong presence of the inspired-by-nature design concept within the framework of a project in British Columbia, Canada. All of this leads to the question: Isn’t the design process much easier when there is inspiration? Even if you think you know the answer to that question, you’ll be surprised at the answer hidden in the eccentric project of Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture – “Metamorphous”.A Property Ruined Before discussing the project, you must first get acquainted with the prime reason for its beginning. Everything started with the King Tides (especially high tides), which in 2012 struck the British Columbia coastline. As a result, the entire bank and deck of a private Vancouver property were carved out and ruined. That’s when Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture helped the owners with a rational solution, entirely different from the previous oceanfront concrete walls that had led to foreshore erosion. To avoid such negative consequences, the landscaping team made every endeavor to create something durable, but extraordinary at the same time. Inspiration from Abstraction To develop that solution, the firm collaborated with ocean engineers in order to provide a retaining wall that will safely reinforce and preserve the foreshore. Through the creative aspect of the task, designers captured the opportunity of inventing a unique waterfront, distinguishable amongst the whole Vancouver strand. With the idea to transform the shoreline both physically and aesthetically, inspiration literally came into sight. The insight emerged from the sandstone formations seen on Saturna Island in British Columbia. The idea evolved into the design of a fancy, unique abstract seawall sculpture, inspired by the natural form of rocks. Following the line of metamorphosis, the material used for the sculpture was Corten steel, which is also known as weathering steel due to its curious ability to change its appearance over time. That’s how a retaining wall became an exceptional work of art, and a constantly changing attractive sculpture became a functional, resistant construction. An incessant change was born from a moment of inspiration. The Dissipation of Wave Energy Through Design All those remarkable characteristics of “Metamorphous” don’t cease here. To examine closer how that seawall functions, take a look at the beneficial effects that followed after the installation. The combination of the abstract shape of Corten steel and the strategically considered boulder arrangement along the coastline were of greatest importance for the even dissipation of wave energy. Besides that, the specific placement was also crucial for the facilitation of sand deposition, which could strengthen the foreshore and offer habitat to vegetation and wildlife. Related Articles:
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Another advantage of using Corten steel was the rational method of its fabrication. Physical and computer models were designed, with the last one being fed into an automated water jet cutter in order to minimize material waste. As a result of the efficiency efforts, the final cost turned out to be equal to the one that could have been spent on a series of concrete walls.Identity of Vancouver Waterfront Along these lines, “Metamorphous” proves that such design solutions can highly improve the functional and aesthetic qualities of a place. Through its appealing, one-of-a-kind design, the Corten steel wall has significantly contributed to the public engagement on the beach. In this way, that retaining seawall supports not only the coastline of Vancouver, but supports its identity. Pay It Forward Having reviewed the project in so many aspects, it is high time to discuss the last but the most important one – the ultimate purpose of the landscaping team. As it has already become clear, the team of Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture strongly believes in their philosophy, “Our aim is simple: to design beautiful natural environments that inspire and refresh those who use them”, as it is presented on their website. That aim is certainly accomplished, as through their own inspiration, they inspire. And all artists know that to be inspired is great, but to inspire is amazing. Recommended Reading:
- Urban Design by Alex Krieger
- The Urban Design Handbook: Techniques and Working Methods (Second Edition) by Urban Design Associates
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Outdoor illumination is a crucial facet of any kind of home. Not just does it supply safety and protection, but it additionally enhances the aesthetic appeal of your outside space, creating an enchanting yard feel. Whether you’re organizing a late-night yard event or merely taking pleasure in a silent evening on your patio area, the right outside illumination can change your yard right into a beautiful, captivating space. In this post, we will certainly explore some cutting-edge outdoor illumination concepts for a wonderful garden ambience.
The Value of Outdoor Lights
Before we delve into the different lights suggestions, let’s initial comprehend the importance of outdoor illumination. Outdoor lighting offers several objectives. To start with, it illuminates your yard, making it safer to browse at night. Second of all, it prevents prospective trespassers by getting rid of dark edges where they might conceal. Lastly, as well as possibly most significantly for our discussion, exterior lighting can substantially enhance the charm of your garden, producing a wonderful, inviting atmosphere.
String lights are a preferred option for outside lights. They are versatile, simple to install, as well as can develop a wayward, fairy-tale-like ambience in your garden. You can drape them over trees, hang them along fences, or wrap them around pergolas for a soft, warm radiance. Select LED string lights for energy efficiency as well as resilient performance.
Path lights not only make sure secure navigating via your garden but likewise include a touch of style. Solar-powered LED path lights are an eco-friendly option that instantly activate at sunset and off at dawn. You can additionally pick from a range of designs and finishes to match your yard’s design.
Lanterns are an ageless selection for exterior lighting. They can be hung from trees, placed on tables, or organized on the ground to produce a romantic, quaint beauty. Lanterns with candle lights can produce a soft, flickering light that includes a magical touch to your yard. Alternatively, you can select LED lights for a brighter, much more constant light.
Limelights are best for highlighting details functions in your garden, such as a stunning tree, a sculpture, or a water function. They develop dramatic shadows as well as contrasts, adding depth and intrigue to your yard. Go with solar-powered or low-voltage LED limelights for energy efficiency.
Deck as well as Patio Lights
Deck and patio area lights can develop a comfortable, inviting ambience for exterior events. Recessed lights set up in the floor can create a subtle, ambient glow, while wall-mounted lights can offer more straight illumination. You can additionally think about string lights or lights for an extra festive feeling.
Fairy lights, with their tiny, fragile bulbs, can develop a really enchanting atmosphere in your yard. They can be woven right into trees, hedges, or trellises, or set up in jars or glass globes for a lovely, gleaming result. Like string lights, fairy lights are very easy to set up as well as be available in a selection of shades as well as designs.
Fire Pits and also Lanterns
For a much more dramatic effect, consider including a fire pit or lanterns to your garden. The cozy, flickering light of a fire can produce a captivating, primitive ambience that is best for late-night celebrations. Fire pits and also lanterns also give warm, prolonging your outside period right into the colder months.
Exterior lighting is a powerful tool for changing your yard into a magical, charming room. Whether you favor the soft, cozy radiance of string lights, the dramatic effect of limelights, or the primal attraction of a fire pit, there are many ways to brighten your yard. Remember, the trick to producing a magical yard atmosphere is not nearly the sort of illumination you choose, yet also regarding just how you utilize it. So explore different lights suggestions, have fun with darkness and contrasts, as well as most notably, let your creative thinking shine.


If you are wanting to make the outside of your house look nice, you are going to want to call a professional landscaper. You require to put in the time to fulfill with the landscaper. The designers are more than just plants and pavement. You require to talk with them about what you are searching for, and they need to assist you establish a design you will enjoy.
How will you landscape be used? A great style is nice, however it needs to be practical also. They require to understand how you are going to use your yard and who else will be using it. This will make a huge difference in the design. exteriorarchitecture3. If you like to host big celebrations that you want a feature such as a large outdoor patio.
You desire your yard to be practical and gorgeous. What do you dislike about your present landscaping? You need to walk around the backyard with the landscaper and speak about the things you already like about your yard and a few of the things you do not like. They might be able to utilize a few of your existing plants in a new and creative way.
Having a negative experience can make a person mindful of working with a new landscaper. Landscapers will want to prevent things that customers do not like. Take a walk around and see the designs that look appealing and the ones that do not look so great.
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Various plants will require different levels of maintenance. If not they need plants that are simple to take care of.
The landscaper may have to recommend some ideas as far as coloring goes. Budgeting Details This is another problem that is going to require to be brought up.
The expense of the task should be discussed in advance so everybody is on the same page about what can be done. Is There a Personalized 3D Design?
While a drawing or perhaps a 2D image is accommodating individuals will be impressed at the style when they can see it in 3D. This brand-new innovation can likewise enable the landscaper to include furniture, little information, in addition to textures to their design. When an individual sees their job in 3D, they end up being very thrilled about it – exteriorarchitecture1.
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There are numerous options from the type of plants to use to where the outdoor furniture is going to be. This brand-new technology is a great way to develop brand-new designs and see the landscaping ideas come to life.
8. Are there above ground stuctural aspects I require to be worried about for my exterior landscape? Distance to surrounding buildings or structures, overhead wire height, energies. Exist restrictions to below-ground area? 9. Do I have a budget and is it realistic? 10. Can I phase the construction of my garden? There are numerous more questions to ask before progressing on a garden style strategy.
It may benefit you to seek advice from a garden designer or landscape designer and see if dealing with an expert is the direction that finest fits you – exteriorarchitecture3. ** All b/w illustrations Residential Landscape Architecture, style procedure for the Personal House by Booth/Hiss. Color illustration Todd Haiman Landscape Design 2016.
As a designer, I have actually ended up being rather proficient at this throughout the 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 Client Ahead of Time Rather than just springing the concern on your prospective customer 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 offer them something to believe about between the call and the time you meet on site. You’re not asking them to offer you a response right away, you’re asking them to make the time to believe about it.
The last thing I desire you to experience is a bunch of concealed surprises. We like to get things right from the start. If you might have a think of that, it would be a great assistance. If you’re not sure where to begin, I’ll bring some examples of previous jobs and we can talk more about it in individual.””Oh, and if you could bring some images or hard copies of the sorts of things you’ve seen before that you truly like, that would be actually useful too.


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Location: 1000 East Mishawaka Avenue - Mishawaka Ave to the north, Indiana Avenue to the east, and Niles Avenue to the west, across from Merrifield Park. (map)
Features: A Japanese strolling garden that symbolizes the Sister-City relationship between Mishawaka, Indiana and Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It contains more than twenty different varieties of large plant material, over two hundred large boulders, donated statue and a teahouse pavilion. This is also a very popular summer wedding area.
The Japanese have taken their love of growing things and their realization of man’s union with nature and refined them in the beauty of their gardens. The purpose of a Japanese Garden is to present natural forms and to create a tranquil beauty that leads the visitor from everyday life to a calm, serene, reflective communion with nature.
Shiojiri Niwa is one of the few Japanese Style Gardens in Indiana. Dedicated in August 1987, it is Chisen-Kaiyushiki “A Strolling Garden” in which one is enticed from one point to the next by the constant unfolding of new scenes. It was designed by Shoji Kanaoka, Japanese Landscape Architect at Epcot Center, Disney World, Florida.
In Japanese Gardens, bridges are always made of natural materials, stone, wood, or earth. The Garden Bridge is a symbolic link between this world and paradise; the arch representing the difficult path to be followed. Bridges in Japanese Gardens carry people across water, whether real or simulated, as in Shiojiri Niwa. There is one zig-zag bridge in the Garden. According to legend, a person pursued by evil spirits can elude them by running across a zig-zag bridge. Because evil spirits only move in straight lines, they will fall into the water when the person changes direction. More practically, these bridges force you to watch your step, thus making you more aware of your surroundings.
The four small bridges are all uniquely different. The largest was inspired by the bridge leading to Matsumoto Castle not far from Shiojiri City. Its beautiful red finish adds a lovely contrast to the natural colors of the Garden. (Bridges, Teahouse Pavilion and entry gate designed by Phil Cartwright)
Rocks are an important feature in the Japanese Garden. They are almost always used in groupings of uneven numbers, three and often the sacred number five symbolizing the five universal elements; Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Sky. There are over 200 boulders in the Garden. Stone arranging can be linked to sculpting, and the skill of the Architect can be judged by his use of stone. In a Japanese Style Garden, rocks are often partially buried to look as though they have been there a very long time.
Water is symbolized in the dry garden where the gravel is raked into patterns representing the ocean waves. The gravel is not to be walked upon, which is logical if it symbolizes a body of water. The dry waterfalls symbolize mountain cascades. The cascade constructed with three levels of boulders symbolizes heaven, man, and earth, the three most important elements.
The Teahouse, sometimes with a nearby water basin for performing the ritual purification before entering, is an important area of the Garden for the drinking of tea, appreciation and contemplation. Because of its elevation, the Teahouse Pavilion is the perfect place from which to view all of the 1.3 acres of Shiojiri Niwa.
The Bronze sculpture of two American and two Japanese children was designed by Hidekazu Yokozawa and dedicated in 1992. It symbolizes the beginning of the special friendship between the two cities that started in 1964 when, under the direction of Hiroo Takasuna and Helen Amos, students from Nishi Primary School and Battell Elementary School first started exchanging letters, artwork, and gifts.
Age is highly respected in Japan, and trees are made to look older by pruning, shaping, and training. The pine is the tree most often used in Japanese Gardens. Shiojiri Niwa has five different varieties of pine. It symbolizes long life and, in a sense, eternity �' timelessness of nature. Along with pines, boulders form the skeleton of a Japanese Garden. Most of the plants in this garden are ones that grow well in the Mishawaka area and are appropriate to the feeling and appearance of a Japanese Garden. Japanese Style Gardens usually incorporate plants found in the surrounding landscape.
Please contact us if you have further questions by email or by phone: (574) 258-1664. You'll be transported to another world in Shiojiri Garden!
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The design of a future kiosk for the Koolangka Koolangka Playground is with the Hames Sharley team this month. The City of Perth has commissioned a design competition to foster creativity and collaboration amongst our creative designers, with a design concept to strongly reference the overarching theme of the Australian Landscape and traditional landowners the Whadjuk people.
The project brief calls for a small permanent trading kiosk and amenity building amongst the $18.7 million Wellington Square revitalisation in East Perth, due for completion at the end of the year.
The overarching theme of the masterplan design is a playful landscape reflecting the beauty of Western Australia in an immersive nonprescriptive environment for play, recreation, social connection and fun for all ages. The masterplan design also incorporates several features to improve the safety and utilisation of this prominent open space in the Perth city landscape.
The Whadjuk representatives developed the name Koolangka Koolangka for the project, which means Children’s Children, Calling Out, and reinforces the importance of Wellington Square as a historical play space.
Designs will draw inspiration from Western Australian landscapes as well as its indigenous background. This will ensure the historical place will continue to have a strong social, spiritual, and cultural significance for the Noongar people.
While it is envisaged that the kiosk will operate during business hours and weekends, how the kiosk looks at night is a key consideration. Other requirements for the design must include a kiosk, suitable back of house areas, 1 x UAT and 2 x unisex toilets with external access, and a secure, vandal-proof structural facade with a ‘fold away’ design.
The Hames Sharley team can work individually or together to produce a concept design for the new project. The winning design will be announced by The City of Perth on the 7th of April and will receive a $500 prize, plus a position on the project team. Two, $100 commendations will also be awarded to the other shortlisted designs.
We are looking forward to the free-thinking and inspiring designs which will come from this competition that will reflect the historical context of Wellington Square and creatively meet the project brief. Best of luck to the team!


You have to work on decorating your garden the same way you would decorate your house. Even though it might seem like a bigger task to succeed in, it can be broken down into several steps to make the process more accessible and easy. What type of garden décor would you use? Will it be metal, stone, or made by plaster of Paris? Do you want to place a gateway at the entrance? Are you thinking of any theme? We have included everything you might need to know before you start to decorate your garden.
The ultimate guide to identifying a theme for garden décor
Why theme is important?
If you have decorated your home in a certain way then it is advised that you decorate your garden keeping the same thing in mind. If you don’t happen to have an interior theme, then decide on one for the garden. How do you want to approach the garden? Are you looking for a casual appearance for the garden, or you want to host formal tea parties in your garden? Choosing a theme is important because it lets you then decide which garden décor would go best with the theme.
Different themes you can choose from
Formal garden décor
Start by providing your garden pavement. There are different types of garden paving you can choose from that suit your taste. It draws up directions for people when they visit your garden so that they don’t step on the flower plants or start wandering about. A garden décor having a water feature could also look really formal and could keep your garden engaged.
Also, if you happen to think of a more formal theme for your garden then arbours and gateways are the right fit for the garden. Along with providing a royal look, it helps to add a distinct touch of formality to it.
Casual Garden décor
For people wanting to do a casual garden décor then choosing the right stone or metal statues is important. Keep in mind that you are making the garden a fun place to be around for not only the kids but also everybody in the family and even those who come to visit you.
If you are looking for casual garden décor then you could go for gnomes, gypsies, and even oriental. They not only make your garden look fun but also make your garden look similar to a hidden treasure island.
Magic themed garden décor
The website of garden ornaments has everything you need to decorate your garden in a magic theme garden décor. Right from urns and sundials to statues of fairies, angels, and even pixies, you name it, they have it.
If you are looking for any country-based cultural garden décor or even time-based garden décor then you can still find everything at the garden ornaments. Right from Chinese statues to cater to the needs of Chinese garden décor to Japanese and even Buddha statues, the website caters to everybody’s needs.


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This project is a successful example of a transformation from an ordinary house to a luxury house with a limited budget.
We emphasized each portion of the design including the addition, exterior, interior, landscape and structure design. We made sure that each of these different aspects came together cohesively to complete the overall design.


With all that’s going on in the world, it’s likely that you’ll be spending more time in your own backyard than usual this summer.
That isn’t necessarily a bad thing — especially if your backyard oasis includes a refreshing pool! Your kids will love frolicking about in the shallows and you can relax with a good book and a refreshing drink either poolside or lounging on a pool float.
Whoever said you had to go to a 5-star resort to enjoy a poolside holiday?
Making a Splash
However, there is something missing. Those 5-star resort pools often have little waterfalls cascading down into the pool. The sound of falling water is so relaxing and is actually known to reduce stress.
That would certainly complete your backyard pool experience.
Did you know that building a grotto pool with a waterfall is quite easy and relatively inexpensive? With our faux rock panels, it’s simple to create a handsome structure that will not only add elegance to your pool and give it a resort feel, but also provide the perfect spot for a waterfall.
With your very own grotto pool, you and your family will feel like you’ve gone on vacation in your own backyard. Now the only thing that’s missing is the poolside massage!
Building Your Grotto Pool
To get started building your grotto pool, don’t hesitate to contact us. We can help you create the perfect design to elevate the look of your pool.
Our high-quality artificial rock panels create gorgeous, natural-looking grottos and waterfalls that are long-lasting and made to stand up to the elements. Don’t worry about your grotto giving out before your pool, it will be going strong!
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"I am going to make everything around me beautiful, that will be my life."
- Elsie de Wolfe
Joshua is an energetic designer with peerless taste and a penchant for scandal. He works with individual clients to balance refined beauty, welcoming livable appeal and attention to detail. Specialties include: Residential Interiors, Construction & Project Management, Landscape Design, Auction Consulting, Fine Art and Antique Selection, and Sourcing Printed Fabric and Textiles, Unique Stone and Elegant Hardware.


Calluna Vulgaris Firefly
Flowers are deep purplish-pink in August to September, and contrast nicely with the upright pale yellow summer foliage that turns bright red in winter. Grows to 18” spreading to 20”.
- Common Name 'Firefly' Heather
- Variety Firefly
- Zone Zone 5
- Mature Size 18" x 20"
- Bloom Time Late Summer
- Plant Type Evergreen Shrub
- Flower Color Deep Purplish Pink


When choosing LED garden lights, consider the following factors:
Brightness: Look for lights that provide the level of brightness you need for the area you want to illuminate.
Color temperature: LED lights come in a variety of color temperatures, from warm white to cool white. Choose a color temperature that complements the aesthetic of your garden.
Durability: Look for lights that are made with durable materials that can withstand the elements.
Energy efficiency: LED lights are more energy efficient than traditional incandescent bulbs, which can save you money on your electricity bill over time.
Design: There are many different designs and styles of LED garden lights to choose from. Select a design that complements the style of your garden.
Installation: Consider the ease of installation when choosing LED garden lights. Some lights may require professional installation, while others can be easily installed by homeowners.
Brand and warranty : Look for well-known and reputable brands that offer a warranty on their products.
Control options: Some lights come with control options such as a dimmer or timer, which can be useful for creating different lighting effects or saving energy.


How Colored Mulch is Made
Colored mulch is made through a multi-step, technical process:
- Wood is brought to a processing facility where it is passed through grinders, creating smaller wood fibers or bare mulch.
- The mulch enters a coloring system, whereby ultra-concentrated, environmentally safe colorant is mixed with water and applied to the wood fibers.
- The colorant completely encapsulates the wood, ensuring maximum adherence and UV protection.
- The mulch is bagged or transported in bulk to your local landscape professional.


Established in 1992 in the Catskill/Hudson Valley Region of New York, our firm seeks to honor the sense of place, the specific requirements of each client and the people who will experience each landscape.
Restaino Design is a DBE firm certified by the NYSDOT, a WBE firm certified by the Empire State Development Corporation, carries professional liability insurance and uses the latest version of AutoCAD as well as other graphics software. We are an ASLA and Upstate NY US Green Building Council member and fully licensed to practice in the State of New York.
Restaino Design Landscape Architecture, PC offers site planning and landscape architectural services and partners with other design professionals to realize a spectrum of noteworthy projects.
Barbara Z. Restaino, RLA, ASLA, LEED AP
Ms. Restaino is a licensed Landscape Architect in New York State and Principal of Restaino Design Landscape Architecture where she has practiced for 23 years. She is a Board Member of the New York State Council of Landscape Architects, holds an MLA from Cornell University, MPA from Syracuse University, BFA from Pratt Institute and is a LEED Accredited Professional. She is certified by the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards. She combines her landscape architectural design experience with a commitment to environmental and community issues.
David Munford, Graphic Designer, CAD Technician, Artist
Mr. Munford has been with Restaino Design for over 10 years and is an accomplished Artist, Graphic Designer and CAD Manager. He is well versed in AutoCAD as well as other graphics programs and produces construction documents and details, conceptual plans and presentation drawings. He is a graduate of the SUNY Empire College with a degree in Fine Arts and has a Certificate in Computer-Aided Design from New York University.


Eastern White Pine
Eastern White Pine, a native from Canada into northern Alabama, is a great stand-alone as well as screening plant. Trees retain their lower limbs and exhibit a beautiful blue-green coloration making them a favorite. Once established, Eastern White Pines are drought-tolerant and can handle a good amount of Southern heat.
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Walls come alive at EIA
Walls Come alive at EIA
Airport unveils Living Wall vertical garden as part of Expansion 2012
April 30, 2012 (Edmonton, Alta.) – EIA and Living Wall design company Green over Grey unveiled the amazing Living Wall vertical garden today in the International Arrivals area near the Canadian Border Services Agency.
The Living Wall serves as both a work of botanical art and statement about the airport’s commitment to sustainability.
The Central Wall design is inspired by cirrus cloud formations typical in the prairie sky. The side wall designs take their inspiration from the Group of Seven. In addition to being beautiful, the plants in the Living Wall help purify the air by adding oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide and air pollutants typically found indoors.
The Living Wall takes up about 1,400 square feet of wall space and is made up of 8,000 individual plants from 32 unique plants species from around the world. It is the one of the largest Living Wall gardens in Canada and may be the largest inside any airport in the world. The plants require very little water, no soil and will continue to change, grow and strengthen over time.
Green over Grey is a design firm that focuses on the creation of spectacular Living Walls throughout North America. The team provides in-depth knowledge of incorporating sustainability into design.
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An experience that’s all about nature
This course was designed in 1988 at the foot of the Sainte-Baume mountain range by renowned French architect Robert Berthet and has everything a nature lover could wish for.
The course enhances the site’s landscape features such as terraces, untamed garrigue, green oak trees and Aleppo pines in the design of a rolling terrain suitable for any ability. Elevated teeing areas, raised greens, water hazards and more bring you an exciting game in a leafy setting that plays with the season’s colours.
Safeguarding the ecosystem and protecting the flora and fauna are among this golf course’s priorities in the new Saint Baume Regional Nature Park. The Golf de la Sainte Baume is the 4th golf course in France to be awarded the international GEO label from the Golf Environment Organisation, proof of its commitment.
The chance to experience the natural surroundings is a real asset here.
Tee off and soak up Provence…
The Regional Nature Park is overlooked by the mountain’s rocky ridge and popular for the exceptional standard of its botanical heritage making it the perfect peaceful Southern French holiday setting.
The unspoilt natural haven that is the Golf de la Sainte-Baume houses the Domaine de Châteauneuf, an elegant 18th century country house where you can experience the magic and secrets of the Provencal countryside.
A sweet blend of greenery brings you a break that’s all about sport, relaxation and nature.


The Modification of the PGM in the Prim Sector aims at a global reorganization of this area of the district of Sant Martí, neighborhood of La Verneda and La Pau, proposing a permeable and integrated management with the environment with a change of use of land, consistent with the future urban context and current housing policies.
The proposed operation must maintain the basically residential character of the current planning, with reserves of sun for equipment and free spaces in the proportion necessary to build a high quality urban fabric inserted in a city environment that must transform – in the coming years, and which will take the form of the Sagrera – Sant Andreu railway corridor, with the creation of a new intermodal station, and the Camí Comtal Park, which will be developed on the resulting railway slabs of this.
The aim is to create a compact and equipped city model, respectful of the pre-existing and historical memory of the place, following criteria of sustainability and complexity, and given the high percentage of sheltered housing of all kinds provided for: social cohesion.
Barcelona Sagrera Alta Velocitat
DIRECTOR: EFAARQUITECTES Eduard Fenoy (Architect), Mireia Salvans, Marc Fenoy, Laura Termes (Architects).
Leandro José Casero Marín (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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The pin oak is a popular tree that is planted because of its quick growth and the dense shade it provides. It has a distinct form that is pyramidal during early maturity but turns more oval later in life.
|Latin Name||Quercus palustris|
|Color of Leaf||Dark green, scarlet red fall color|
|Shape of Leaf||Broadly oval in outline, 5 to 7 narrow lobes, forked & bristle-tipped|
|Color of Flower||Reddish|
|Shape of Flower||
Male Flower—Hairy catkins 2″ to 3″ long.
Female Flower—Catkins are shorter.
Both borne on the same tree.
|Shape of Bark||Smooth when young, shallowly fissured & rough when mature|
The pin oak is a popular choice of tree for landscaping and it has a distinct branching pattern that separates it from the other oaks. Unlike most oaks which have heavy horizontal branches, the pin oak has many slender branches which arch out and hang down; these main branches have pinlike branchlets, hence the name “pin oak”. In addition, the pin oak is very susceptible to pH levels in the soil and cannot tolerate high pH soils which cause chlorosis (yellowing).


Mr F has been very attentive to this new grass we have. He’s been watering it and it’s looking lovely. We’re under strict instructions ‘not to walk on it yet’. Apparently it’s good to resist the temptation to use the lawn for two weeks. He’s also added the timber to the small platform. The back area is starting to take shape.


Client: Jamestown Regional Medical Center
Location: Jamestown, USA
Completion date: 2012
To create an artwork for the hospital reflective of the surrounding landscape.
The client wanted to create a way-finding focal point in the elevator lobby of the hospital. They wanted it to reflect the landscape of the surrounding area, the prairie with wildflowers and the fields of North Dakota.
The art consultant knew what the hospital committee was looking for and sketched an idea for the artist. They wanted each of the spaces to flow from one to the other. The artist then worked up the idea into its final form, which was then presented to and approved by the committee by the art consultant.


Pergolas are a great addition to your backyard and a great place to enjoy the beauty of nature right in your backyard. Pergola can be a great option for using the backyard space, which provides shade in the summer, as well as an ideal place to relax in the fresh air. However, you do not need to spend too much to have one. In fact, you can build your own Pergola.
If you like some DIY projects, you can get a good construction plan and build your own Pergola. By creating your own, you can also customize it to your liking. To help you get started with your Pergola project, here are a few things to consider.
Your choice of materials
The frame of your Pergola can be made of aluminum, vinyl, metal or brick if you want to give your Pergola a modern look or complement it with the modern look of your home, although aluminum can be expensive. However, the most popular material for a pergola is wood. In addition to being a good combination of wooden arbors for gardening, they also look great when they are planted with vines.
Your Pergola plan
To build your own Pergola, you must prepare your sun shade for condominium plan. You can find them in home improvement stores or online. Make sure you have a Pergola plan that is easy to understand and build, especially if this is the first time you are doing it.
If you plan to make your own design, you can also refer to existing pergola plans for reference and make changes if you wish. However, make sure that you have step-by-step instructions on how to create your own Pergola that will guide you through the whole process.
Build your Pergola
With your materials and plan in hand, you can now decide how to build your Pergola. You may need to ask for help, especially during the construction of the frame, but as a rule, this can be easy. Also, note that the length of your work depends largely on the design of your pergola. Of course, the more complex the design, the more time it will take to complete the project.
The design will mainly include the installation of support pillars, and then connect the beam beams, stringers, and columns. After you have built your structure, you can add plants around it to make it more attractive. You can also put vines on the sides of your Pergola so you can climb the structure and add more beauty to it.


Hardy, long-lasting, and fast growth...that's a pretty tall order!
Eastern hemlock would not be my first (or second) choice for establishing a noise buffer...growth is too slow. Emerald Arborvitae would work, as would white pine or white fir. I suggest planting them 10-feet apart.
A double row is also suggested, if you have the real estate to accommodate the extra shrubs. You may want to think about dogwoods, hazelnut, wild plum, or viburnums. I suggest planting them 4-6 feet apart.


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You might be looking for how to make your backyard more stylish and create amazing views around your home. Okey in this article we have for you something very nice that will help you with that, the bamboo hedge is one of the best hedges that will make your home stylish.
The nice thing about it is easy to cut and grow. Also, you can use it to create a privacy screen for your home and protect your backyard from animals. The bamboo hedge is made from varieties of bamboo plants to make a solid privacy screen and give a great view.
Which Types of bamboo can be used to hedge?
If you are looking for which bamboo can be good for the hedge, you are in the right way, here we are going to give you great bamboo that can be hedged in your yard or anywhere you want.
We have collected 8 different bamboo that can be used to hedge, and I’m going to share them with you and explain about them below to find which one will suit your yard soil. I’m going to rate them one by one,
1-Hedge Bamboo (Bambusa multiplex).
This hedge bamboo is on our top list why? because it is easy to maintain, grow, cut, and hedge. Any adult can maintain it to create a favorite hedge, It is a compact species that grows up to 25, it’s tall, right? if you want to control it and make your yard organized you need to cut it uniformly.
Its homeland is southeast Asia, including China, Vietnam, and Thailand. It is dense there and they have a forest of it. their leaves are narrow and pointed and they can grow between 4 and 8 inches in length. Actually, it’s a great bamboo for a hedge because its leaves are length which will cover the twigs and make your hedge greener.
2-Alphonse Karr Bamboo (Bambusa multiplex ‘Alphonse Karr’).
Some people are recommending this kind why? I have searched a lot about it and what I find is unbelievable, this type of bamboo has a dense growth habit, attractive golden-yellow canes, and variegated foliage. I would say this type can add amazing decor to your yard.
But if you live in a snowy place I don’t recommend this type, why? because is native to warmer climates. so maybe it will die and lose your money for nothing, but no worry about that because there are other types that can live in a snowy place, I will share them with you at end of this list.
3-Chinese Goddess Bamboo (Bambusa multiplex ‘Riviereorum’).
If you need a small bamboo hedge that does not need to maintain much and gives a nice look to your home, you can get this type because is highly suitable for hedging due to its compact growth habit, small size, and attractive foliage. It is called a dwarf bamboo cultivar because due to its small size, It typically grows to a height of around 6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters), with a spread of around 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters).
So if you want to create a tall bamboo hedge you need to look for the other types, read more below to find your perfect type if you don’t find the one that suits where you want to grow it.
4-Dwarf Whitestripe Bamboo (Phyllostachys nigra ‘Henon’ f. tenuis).
Also, this type is dwarf bamboo is mostly the same as Chinese goddess bamboo, the difference between them is the size and growth, This Dwarf Whitestripe Bamboo typically grows to a height of around 6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters), with a spread of around 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters) which mean are taller than other one.
There is another difference that might many people consider, which is foliage. The Chinese goddess of bamboo has attractive foliage, but it is not variegated like this dwarf Whitestripe bamboo, Instead, it has distinctive narrow green leaves with white stripes. So if you are looking for the stylish, I recommend this bamboo Whitestripe.
5-Crookstem Bamboo (Phyllostachys bambusoides ‘Castillon’).
If you scare from spread bamboo hedges to make your yard and soil messy, you can have this type because it is a clumping bamboo and grows in tight which means that it grows in tight and compact clumps to create a cramped hedge.
It’s not only for a hedge, one of my friends has used it as their privacy screen around his home and it works very well, but he also has some flowers in the backyard, and when he planted this croolstem bamboo, he protects them from the wind.
I visited my friend’s house I was surprised by the beauty that gives to the yard, imagine, the upright canes are 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) thick, and still growing, this type can range to 3 inches (7.6 cm) in diameter.
My friends told me they can tolerate a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, or clay soils and they will withstand temperatures as low as -10°F (-23°C). So if you live in some cold place you can have this bamboo to hedge it.
6-Japanese Timber (Phyllostachys bambusoides).
These species are very tall and vigorous, they can reach 70 feet in length, but you can hedge them to make a private screen anywhere you want.
Do you know this type of bamboo Japanese is used for construction and as a timber resource? also, there are some people who are using them to make home furniture. I will share some products made from bamboo later.
It’s good bamboo for hedging too due to its dense growth habit, upright canes, and attractive foliage. But you have to know it needs too much water and fertilizer in the first year to get it solid after.
This Japanese timber bamboo is fast growing too and it can grow in a cold place and withstand low temperatures as -5°F (-21°C). So the people who live in Alaska I guess will not get any species of bamboo for a hedge because there is no bamboo that can withstand low temperatures here.
7-Golden Bamboo(Phyllostachys aurea).
This kind of bamboo is fast-growing and can grow more than 20 feet and 10 feet wide. The nice thing about it is can be grown in most soil and it’s easy to grow and maintain, but maybe it will be hard for some people to maintain because it can grow up to 1 foot per day during the growing season. so You need to maintain it because it can spread quickly and become invasive if not properly contained and maybe will make your yard messy.
Which Species of Bamboo Hedge can Withstand the Low Temperature?
From our tester and comparison between the species of bamboo, our choice is Japanese timber bamboo, which can live in the low-temperature place as (-21°C).
Which Species of bamboo can Be Easy to Hedge?
Based on our search and comparison with my team between the seven types above and we have a choice of two types, is Hedge Bamboo (Bambusa multiplex), and Alphonse Karr Bamboo (Bambusa multiplex ‘Alphonse Karr’), You might ask why right? okay, They both of them have well-packed foliage and a bushy growth habit, so are easy to maintain and hedge to any decor you want.
How to Plant and Care for a Bamboo Hedge?
There are a few steps that you need to follow to grow your bamboo in the right way and make it good for hedge.
1-Choose a suitable location: You need to choose a place where there s good soil and sun because these two factors will make your bamboo grow fast and dense, which will help you to create a dense hedge.
2-Prepare the soil: Bamboo plants thrive in soil that is rich in organic matter, so you need to bring compost or well-rotted manure and add it to your soil to provide nutrients for your bamboo to grow in good health.
3-Space your bamboo plants: In during cultivation you need to space your bamboo plant from each other by about 3 feet to make them grow fast, also, bamboo is a dense plant, so after growing they will be close form each other and create a dense hedge.
P.S: Dig a hole that is twice the size of the root ball of the plant and backfill it with soil to make it hold well.
4-Water the plants regularly: In the first year of growing you need to water your bamboo 2 times a week to establish healthy roots and promote growth, which will make it stand while you hedge it.
5-Fertilize the plants: In the spring and summer bamboo plants’ growth increases, so you need to apply a balanced fertilizer to the soil around the base of the plant, which will make your bamboo easy to hedge.
6-Mulch the plants: In the summertime, if you want to make your bamboo plants retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, you need to put a layer of mulch around the base to keep it moist.
7-Control spreading: There are species of bamboo that can be aggressive and spread quickly, so if you want to create an organized hedge, you need to take necessary measures such as a barrier or root pruning to prevent it and remove the extreme sides.
8-Prune the plants: In the first year of growing, you need to check if there are any dead or damaged canes and remove them, and if you want to start to prune your bamboo to control it, You need to avoid excessive pruning until the plants are well-established.
Follow these steps then you will grow your bamboo in a good healthy and easy hedge and will not turn yellow.
Which Materials do I Need to Hedge My Bamboo?
To hedge your bamboo you will need pruning shears, loppers, a hand saw, and possibly a hedge trimmer. And if you have a thorny bamboo that is out of your control, then you need to use twine or wire to help support the plants to hedge. Also, have you thought about what to do with these bamboo leaves? okay, we have made an article about that, you can check it.
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Dwarf Sunspot – Helianthus annuus 'dwarf'
Single headed sunflower. Great for garden edges as it is lower growing than other sunflowers. Kids love ‘em and they are great for birds and bird cover as well as growing in a pot.
Zones: 1 through 10
Height: Up to 2-3 ft.
Flower Color: Yellow with Brown Ctr.
Plant Type: Annual
Light Requirement: Sun
Bloom Time: Mid - Late Season
Seeds per Packet: 20+
Seeds per Pound: 23,000
Is this wildflower invasive: No
Is this wildflower endangered: No
Is this wildflower edible: No
Is this wildflower medicinal: No


Architecture and landscape layout can be really a mixture of art and science that involves innovative thinking about construct and design structures, landscapes and gardens. In addition, it requires the application of knowledge from sciences to both architecture, resulting in landscape and architecture style. You will find respective processes used in the practice of landscape and architectural style. These techniques form the cornerstone of art and sciencefiction. You can find a number of firms providing landscape and architecture products and services. These companies are participated by individuals, organizations, community associations and communities.
Architecture denotes this structure of distance. Landscape structure on the opposite hand identifies into the designing aspect of buildings and their own surroundings. Architecture and landscape designers come with each other to learn the perfect way to organize and also fit building spaces. Their task will be to plan your layout, lay bases , develop the structure and also continue maintaining it.
In a few places, architectural and landscape designers ' are also called architects and landscape designers. They perform different functions and fulfill various roles. These designers normally do the job with architects to figure out how their layouts will change the organic surroundings and how they can be built. The task of developing the house typically falls in the hands of their project directors along with the architects.
This course of action can be an associated one. Planning, planning, and construction are all 3 significant sections of the process. The first thing is study. It is the stage where the designer decides exactly what must be constructed, the way that it's going to be intended and the way that it will be arranged. Research consists of understanding the natural facets which are essential within the area to be made, collecting information about the existing blogs along with the potential prospective kinds, and collecting data about the people that can occupy the land.
Project planning is your next point. The job manager determines exactly what specific features that the establishment should comprise and these features will likely be implemented from the places. He establishes the funding for the project and also the period during which it'll be worked out. He decides your website that will be utilized for the establishment, perhaps the website will be assembled to a concrete base or on a soil or perhaps a patio. Website preparation usually involves beating the property and draining the ground, preparing the base , also installing drainage apparatus.
Landscape structure is the past crucial stage. Landscape architects supply the notions, the notions and also the layouts for the establishment. They truly are responsible to the invention of the landscape of the site. They can cause the plantstrees, and landscape structure that is necessary to support the full job. They provide a concept in the event the project may be designed inside the enabled budget and the neighborhood available.
Architectural design is another important aspect of the design market. It deals with all the visual component of the project. A professional architect should possess a superior eye for color, line, form, texture, proportions and also material. The design of these buildings should be artistic in addition to practical.
Architecture may be of a variety of types. Each type has a specific endeavor and operate in the construction construction industry. It may be combined together with others such as home design, interior architecture, and outside design and style to produce the overall architecture. The sphere of structure has many sub fields to tell apart among so that the architectural design may be different and unique.
There are many professional organizations whose specialty is in the analysis and teaching of design. The Academy for City Design and Development Education is one such association. This organization stipulates a certification program to qualifying candidates. The program includes not only the theoretical part but also program of the concept. The program emphasizes around the design aspect of the field and also not the technical discover the way.
Students can choose to use either the professional or the non-professional region of the area. The expert part consists of a bachelor's level for those that wish to pursue an design level. A master's degree will be the minimal requirement of the expert class. The Freestyle category entails a minimum of a master's degree. In this category, an architect will do the job with virtually any current corporation or start their ownpersonal.
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Contemporary yet versatile, this extraordinary OLEG3 garden path light can fit into any style architecture from modern to traditional. Great modern and machined path lighting adding a contemporary solution to a wide range of architecture.
They are an excellent choice for use on pathways, walkways, patios, and any small area.
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A master plan is a large-scale plan that provides overall guidance for the development of a physical area. It generally includes a maps, goals, and/or specific guidelines for land use and infrastructure. A master plan may be prepared for an entire region, city, neighborhood, or campus.
The process of creating a master plan generally begins with a review of the existing conditions of the area to be planned. This will include an analysis of the existing land uses, infrastructure, topography, and other factors. With this information, the planning team can identify any constraints or opportunities that may exist.
The next step is to develop a vision for the future of the area. This will involve creating a plan that outlines the desired land uses, infrastructure, and other features. Once the vision is established, the team can begin to develop specific goals and objectives that will guide the plan.
Once the master plan is complete, it can be used to guide the development of the area over time. The plan can be used to inform decisions about zoning, land use, infrastructure, and other factors. It can also be used to help secure funding for projects and programs.
Making a master plan for your architecture project can be a daunting task, but there are some simple steps you can follow to make the process a little easier. First, you need to gather all of the information you have on the project. This includes drawings, sketches, blueprints, and any other relevant materials. Once you have all of this information, you need to sit down and brainstorm what the overall goal of the project is. Once you have a clear goal in mind, you can start to create a plan that will help you achieve it. This plan should be detailed and include every step you need to take to complete the project. Once you have a complete plan, you can start to work on your project and bring your vision to life.
What is a master plan in architecture?
A master plan is an important tool for long-term planning and development. It helps to connect buildings, social settings, and their surrounding environments. Master planning can be a complex process, but it is essential for creating cohesive and sustainable development.
1. Pre-Application Phase: This phase includes the identification of the project sponsor, the project area, and the project purpose. In addition, the objectives and goals for the Master Plan are developed during this phase.
2. Master Plan Initiation Phase: During this phase, the project team is assembled and the Master Plan process is initiated. In addition, a study of the existing conditions is conducted and a land use analysis is performed.
3. Master Plan Preparation Phase: This phase includes the development of the Master Plan concepts and the preparation of the draft Master Plan. In addition, public input is solicited and considered during this phase.
4. Master Plan Hearing and Adoption Phase: During this phase, the Master Plan is presented to the governing body for review and adoption. In addition, the Master Plan may be amended during this phase based on public input and feedback.
How do I make an architectural site plan
When creating an architectural site plan, you will need to include the title of the project, the site, and any other relevant details. It is also important to include the north point, the scale of the drawing, the site boundary, key dimensions, and levels. You may also need to include information on landscaping and tree locations, as well as any tree protection orders.
A concept plan is a high-level plan that outlines the overall ideas for a project. A master plan is a more detailed plan that includes all the elements of an individual contract plan. Master plans are often used in subcontracting arrangements.
Which is better M plan or M Arch?
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A master layout plan is a plan that shows the overall layout of a property. It is used to show the location of buildings, roads, and other features on the property.
Who typically does master planning?
The primary purpose of an architectural master plan is to narrow down the style and aesthetic of the project. Since master planning involves developing a framework for the entire structure, it also defines every last detail. Typically, architects work with their team outlining the design scope of the project.
A master plan is a comprehensive guide for development. It specifies permissible land use and densities, with the aim of guiding development over the next 10 to 15 years. A well-crafted master plan can help ensure that development progresses in a orderly and efficient manner, while also protecting the environment and preserving the character of the community.
What is the duration of a masterplan
A master plan is a long-term planning document that generally outlines a vision for development over a 20-year period. It can also be a comprehensive planning document that outlines the likely spread of a city’s development over that same time period. A master plan typically describes all works that will be required in the next 20 years in a phased manner.
A master plan is a long-term strategy for an organization or community. It provides a framework for decisions about growth, land use, and investments. A master plan is not a short-term fix; it is a tool to help guide decisions over time.
The first step in developing a master plan is to engage the community. This includes stakeholders, elected officials, and the general public. It is important to get input from as many people as possible to ensure that the plan meets the needs of the community.
Next, gather and analyze the relevant data. This data will be used to identify trends and patterns, and to set goals and objectives. Once the data has been collected and analyzed, it is time to identify and narrow down your options. This step will involve considering the trade-offs and making decisions about what is most important.
Prepare a strategy for moving forward. This step will involve putting together a plan of action, setting deadlines, and identifying who is responsible for each task. Once the strategy is in place, it is time to implement the plan. This includes managing and tracking the performance of projects and programs.
A master plan is a powerful tool that can help an organization or community to achieve its long-term goals
Can I draw my own architect plans?
1. Know the dimensions of your room or home. This is critical in creating an accurate floor plan.
2. Draw to scale. This will ensure that your floor plan is accurate and can be used to create a realistic 3D model.
3. Use furniture and appliances to create a realistic floor plan. This will help give you a sense of the scale and layout of your room or home.
4. Use lighting to add realism to your floor plan. This can be done by adding lamps, overhead lighting, and windows to your floor plan.
A set of architectural plans typically contains the following components:
1. Floor plan
2. Site plan
6. Detailed view
The floor plan is probably the most well-known of all the architectural plans. It provides a bird’s eye view of the layout of a particular space. The site plan includes details about not only the building, but also the surrounding area. The elevation provides a view of the building from the side, while the section gives a cross-sectional view. The perspective is a more detailed view of a particular area, and the detailed view is an even more close-up look at a specific element.
What are the disadvantages of a master plan
Master plans can be inflexible, expensive, and may not be used at all. Hiring experts such as landscape architects may not guarantee success.
When making decisions, it is important to be consistent in order to maintain a sense of stability and order. Having a plan in place that lays out the facts and figures can help to make more informed decisions. Knowing the existing conditions and trends can help to better understand the potential impact of decisions.
What is a master plan called?
The Master Plan is a very important document that sets forth the goals, objectives and policies for a community’s growth and development over the next 20-30 years. It is often referred to as a comprehensive plan, future land use plan, basic plan, or general plan. It is a very important tool that is used by city planners, developers, and other decision makers in order to make sure that the community grows and develops in a way that is desirable and sustainable.
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A master plan is a detailed guide that outlines the overall vision for a project. It includes the specific goals, objectives, and steps necessary to achieve those goals. The level of detail varies depending on the scope and complexity of the project, but a master plan should always be tailored to the specific needs of the client.
After you have decided what you want your project to achieve, you need to make a master plan. This plan should consider all aspects of the project, including the budget, timeline, and scope. Once you have created your master plan, you can begin to flesh out the details and make your project a reality.


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Sikes Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Sikes Dwarf'
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Dwarf shrub produces 3 seasons of colour for small spaces. Full sized blooms in midsummer start lime-green changing to ivory-white and finally pink. Brilliant fall foliage starts with shades of red and finally burgundy. Great specimen, hedge, border or container plant.


Cottage Garden Series: Cottage Garden Plants – Annuals
Picking and Planting Annuals in Your Cottage Garden
Continuing this series on the Cottage Garden, and this post on annuals follows Perennials for the Cottage Garden, and Just What is a Cottage Garden? Annuals provide beauty, texture and amazing color to the cottage garden layout, and there are sooooo many to choose from. Here are some of our favorites, with a list to follow:… Read the rest
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|Botanical Name||Iris Pumila Blue|
|Mature Width||1.5 Feet|
|Light Requirement||Full Sun|
|Hardiness Zone||Zones 3-9|
|Tolerance||Deer, Rabbits, Drought|
ℹDwarf iris. Ruffled, purple-blue falls and standards with lighter centres. Blooms in early to mid-spring; earlier than bearded irises. Green, sword-shaped foliage has purple-blue veins. Requires well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.


Barleria ovata is an erect shrublet with funnel-shaped flowers that may be magenta, reddish to purple or shades of blue or white in colour. The plant gives a hairy impression from leaf, stem and calyx, but the corolla is hairless. The leaves are opposite, elliptic, ovate or sometimes obovate. It will resprout from the woody rootstock in spring.
This lovely small perennial deserves a spot in any grassland garden. Growth is not aggressive and that makes it an ideal companion plant. Plant Barleria ovata, preferably, amongst rocks or amongst small grass species. It requires a well-drained soil.


We have already moved on to the outdoor parts of the Shabby-Chic Style Outdoor Design home in this showcase of the style. Now we are going to move on to the Shabby-Chic Style Outdoor which can be a very nice addition to your backyard, garden or terrace. The best part about the deck is that it can enable you to enjoy the outdoors in any place you want. It can transform a dirt area so that it can host just enough furniture for you to be able to relax or even have meals. The Outdoor is also a great place to have your outdoors parties at.
Welcome to our latest collection of outdoor designs in which we have featured 25 Shabby Chic Outdoor Designs That Will Allow You To Enjoy The Outdoors. This new collection is full of very creative and unique designs that can be your source for inspirational ideas. Like to get more ideas about Jiefeng Fence you can visit here, It can help you to get some ideas if you are renovating or creating a Outdoor or if you are a fan of this style you can just enjoy the images. Enjoy!
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The Aquascape Spillway Bowl and Basin Landscape Fountain Kit bundles the perfect combination of products, providing a unique, easy-to-install kit that includes everything you need to create an impressive recirculating fountain.
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If you are seeking to make the beyond your home look nice, you are going to desire to call a professional landscaper. You need to make the effort to consult with the landscaper. The designers are more than just plants and pavement. You require to talk with them about what you are searching for, and they require to assist you establish a design you will enjoy.
A terrific design is nice, however it has to be functional. They need to understand how you are going to use your lawn and who else will be using it.
You desire your yard to be practical and beautiful as well. What do you dislike about your existing landscaping? You need to walk the lawn with the landscaper and speak about the things you currently like about your yard and a few of the important things you do not like. They might be able to utilize some of your existing plants in a brand-new and creative way.
Having an unfavorable experience can make a person cautious of working with a brand-new landscaper. Landscapers will wish to prevent things that customers do not like. Can We Tour the Community? While there are some towns where all the home looks the exact same, the landscaping can set them apart. Walk around and see the designs that look enticing and the ones that do not look so great.
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Just How Much Will be Invested In the Task and Upkeep? This is one of the most critical questions to ask prior to any designs are made – landscape design a backyard Sutherland Shire. Different plants will require various levels of maintenance. If the homeowner desires to garden they may like manicured shrubs. If not they need plants that are simple to take care of.
The landscaper may have to suggest 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 must be gone over upfront so everybody is on the very same page about what can be done. Is There a Personalized 3D Style?
While an illustration or perhaps a 2D image is accommodating individuals will be astonished at the design when they can see it in 3D. This new technology can likewise enable the landscaper to include furniture, little details, along with textures to their style. When a person sees their task in 3D, they end up being very delighted about it – front yard landscaping design Sutherland Shire.
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There are lots of options from the type of plants to utilize to where the outside furnishings is going to be. This new innovation is a terrific way to produce new styles and see the landscaping ideas come to life.
8. Are there above ground stuctural elements I need to be interested in for my exterior landscape? Proximity to surrounding buildings or structures, overhead wire height, utilities. Exist restrictions to below-ground area? 9. Do I have a budget and is it practical? 10. Can I phase the construction of my garden? There are numerous more questions to ask before moving on on a garden style plan.
It may benefit you to seek advice from with a garden designer or landscape designer and see if dealing with an expert is the direction that best fits you – landscape design near Kirrawee Sutherland Shire. ** All b/w illustrations Residential Landscape Architecture, design procedure for the Personal House by Booth/Hiss. Color illustration Todd Haiman Landscape Design 2016.
As a designer, I have actually become rather great at this for many years so before you go charging into your next on-site assessment, here is my step-by-step guide to distilling the dollar worth from your brand-new customer. Step One Prepare Your Client Ahead of Time Instead of simply springing the question on your possible client and putting them on the area for a response, 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 something to believe about in between the call and the time you satisfy on site. You’re not asking them to offer you an answer immediately, you’re asking to make the time to think about it. Here’s a few of the important things I say: “I’m truly anticipating conference you on -day, before you go, among the important things I was hoping you could have a think of before we fulfill is how much you’re thinking you want to purchase this job.””I’m unsure if you’ve currently considered this and I do not need a response from you now, because I understand this is a really uncomfortable subject to talk about, however it will truly help me to make sure you get the very best value for cash if I have some concept of the budget plan we’ll be working within.””To provide you an idea, my clients normally come back to me with a figure variety to the closest $5k, so for example $45-50thousand.
The last thing I want you to experience is a lot of concealed surprises.”Oh, and if you might bring some images or hard copies of the sorts of things you’ve seen before that you really like, that would be really valuable too.


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Meriden Green Project Honored by Economic Development Group
The Connecticut Economic Resource Center has recognized the Meriden Green for its positive impact on the Meriden community! This critical flood control project doubles as a beautiful park in downtown Meriden. We are proud to have been a part of realizing the City of Meriden’s vision to transform the downtown.
You can read more about this project here.
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One pallet holds 50 yards of sod. Each piece is 18 inches wide by 6 feet long (1.5 feet x 6 feet = 9 square feet). One pallet of 50 yards will cover 450 square feet. Square feet is determined by multiplying length by width.
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HYDRANGEA MACROPHYLLA VEITCHII
Hydrangea Veitchii makes a medium sized shrub with large dark green leaves and a good display of lacecap type flowers of an attractive grey blue surrounded by white ray florets which age with a faint pink tone. A useful shrub for tougher and drier conditions than most hydrangeas, prefers part shade.
Available in economy and premium selection
Economy - rooted into its pot but a further season before moving up a pot size.
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Field Guide to Riparian Restoration and Upland and Arroyo Erosion Now Available
The Cienega Watershed Partnership is pleased to announce the availability of the Field Guide to Riparian Restoration and Upland Arroyo Erosion for Rural and Natural Landowners, Managers, and Restoration Practitioners.
The Field Guide includes information on breaking bad cycles, getting started, selecting the right strategy, planning your project, monitoring and maintenance, glossary, and structure design and implementation.
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Field Guide to Riparian Restoration and Upland Arroyo Erosion


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Discover the natural simplicity of pebble wallpapers!
Pebbles are created by rhythmic waves or flowing rivers that tumble rocks and minerals together. The water not only breaks apart large rocks over time, it also polishes the sharp edges of each tiny stone into a smooth, soft texture. While pebbles are found in many places, they are only naturally occurring where water is or once was. Their smooth, uniform nature make pebbles an excellent material for landscaping and decorative features; a sleek representation of nature and earth. Pebbles can even be used for healing! They are found in reflexology gardens or paths, where people walk barefoot to experience the gentle pressure of the stones and pebbles on healing pressure-points in the foot. These pebble wallpapers show closeups and wide shots of all types of pebbles. You'll be amazed at the variety of colors - from grey to blue to red pebbles!
Pebbles of various colors make the perfect, simple backgrounds. See for yourself today!
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Living on a property frequented by wildlife is a unique opportunity to have an up-close view of nature. It's all fun and games, though, until your beautiful landscape is destroyed as a result!
Do you want to be the hub of the neighborhood? You can’t do that without a yard that’s set up for entertaining. If you’re looking to upgrade your backyard, then consider these landscape ideas for ultimate backyard hosting.
Gardens across the Pacific Northwest are producing all sorts of fruit and veggies--including zucchini, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, raspberries, and more! Did you miss out on starting your garden earlier this spring? Or are you hoping to keep harvesting throughout the fall?
Either way, we have good news for you! There are plenty of vegetables that thrive in the heat and into fall
The Wall Street Journal came out with an article last month that emphasized an up-and-coming trend in landscaping. According to the article, "quiet gardens" have become increasingly popular in the previous year to reduce anxiety. Gardening and landscape maintenance are known to reduce stress, but this new trend refers to a calming landscape design from the start. Keep reading as we flesh out this new trend
Experts say that due to our "quarantine spring," more people are gardening this summer than ever before! Because of this, today's blog is about composting. It is not only one of the best nutrient-rich supplements for your garden's soil, but an excellent way to reduce waste!
Here's a step-by-step guide to composting!
Whether you believe sustainable living is vital for our planet's longevity or you simply enjoy a flourishing landscape, you won't regret making gardening a family affair! Cultivating a love for plants and home-grown food in your children creates sweet memories for everyone!
Perhaps the most significant benefit of gardening with your children is the opportunity to work alongside them, showing them the joys of hard work and responsibility! When planting flowers and seeds, younger kiddos can use kid-friendly tools to play in the dirt next to you, pick weeds with you, or decorate garden areas with rocks and leaves!
Nspire Magazine featured one of our latest and largest projects; with a fire pit, pool, water features, and a gorgeous view, the project's ins and outs are explained in this article.
For eight years, Alderwood Landscaping has won the Best of Houzz Design and Best of Houzz Service awards. We are so grateful to represent our Houzz.com community.
Our project, Hillside Backyard Renovation, was featured on the Curbed Seattle website! Curbed's city sites breathe life into real estate and neighborhood news with witty and insightful coverage of the country's most vibrant urban centers.
Our project, 'Floating Concrete House', was featured on the cover of the September 2014 edition of Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine! It was also the featured story.
Several of our projects, including Backyard Sanctuary, Luxury, and Newcastle Backyard Oasis have been featured on Huffington Post's website and articles. Huffington Post is an American news aggregator and blog.
Our projects Mountain Golf Course Retreat, Refined Outdoor Living, and Rustic Romantic Mountain Spa have been featured in Seattle Magazine. Seattle Magazine has been the area's most trusted magazine.
Our project, Private Backyard Escape was featured on Money Magazine's website. A part of TIME Inc, Money's articles cover topics regarding personal finance and investing.
Our projects Bellevue Waterfall House and Refined Outdoor Living were featured in 425 Magazine. 425 focuses on local living and offers ideas and resources for gardening, decor, crafting, and building.
HGTV has featured many pictures from our projects, with Refined Elegance as a highlighted project as well. HGTV is a network providing resource for everything home and garden.
Expertise.com chose Alderwood Landscaping as Bellevue's #1 landscape architecture company in 2022.