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The warbler wood at present, we have now finished earth works on the former poplar plantation for this year. Really happy with the outcome in trying to create the most natural looking water bodies possible. Next we will begin forming a low scrub woodland to help further attract many members of the warbler family.
Also created during the earth works is a small mound which within the next year will become The Wader Watch, a screen hide over looking the wader meadow as shown in the example picture below.
We are looking forward to further works on the rest of the former poplar plantation nearest the lake, once the timber has been removed in the new year.
Reserves Manager at the Kingfishers Bridge wetland creation project in Cambridgeshire.


Elmhurst, IL, December 07, 2014 --(PR.com
)-- David Yocca, RLA, FASLA, AICP, LEED AP, and principal at Conservation Design Forum was one of four individuals to be honored with a 2014 Outstanding Service Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects. The awards were presented at the ASLA's annual meeting held November 21-24 in Denver.
Mr. Yocca was recognized for his "notable contributions to or on behalf of the Society", especially his work to help formulate the first-ever landscape performance rating system called the Sustainable Sites Initiative which is the environmental equivalent to the momentous LEED building rating system. SITES provides a new context for innovation and strategic thinking about natural resources, environmental impacts, land use and building approaches that enable landscape architects, engineers, developers, land-owners, policy makers and others to guide land design and development.
The prestigious award was presented to Mr. Yocca by ASLA President Mark A. Focht and Executive Vice President/CEO Nancy C. Somerville at the annual meeting in front of an audience of 2,500 ASLA members, meeting attendees, and exhibitors at the Colorado Convention Center.
The Outstanding Service Award was created in 2013 to in order to recognize the valuable contributions and lasting impact of volunteers whose work benefits the ASLA and its members. Winners are selected from a field of nominees encompassing the Association's more than 15 thousand members across the Americas and internationally.
In welcoming Mr. Yocca to the stage to receive his award, Ms. Somerville recounted his role in the development of the Sustainable Sites Initiative beginning with the first planning summit in 2005, and recognized his willingness to share his expertise in sustainable design and stormwater management, adding "he continues to serve as the ASLA's voice on SITES, stormwater and sustainability issues from Capitol Hill to professional venues around the globe."
Throughout his career as a landscape architect, Mr. Yocca has served as an expert/presenter for numerous ASLA educational sessions highlighting economic and other benefits of using green infrastructure. His outreach efforts include presentations at annual regional and national conferences for the ASLA, the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the American Planning Association (APA), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) including Greenbuild, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities and Cities Alive! conferences. As an advocate, he has provided testimony at a congressional briefing before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on the importance of developing government policies that support sustainable landscapes.
Since joining Conservation Design Forum in 1997, Mr. Yocca has fortified CDF's position at the forefront of sustainable design; leading projects that span a wide spectrum of uses, contexts and scale including campuses, parks, neighborhoods, municipalities, waterways and other land districts. He continues to be a frequent presenter and lecturer at various workshops, conferences and universities speaking on a variety of sustainable planning and landscape architecture topics. He serves as a board member with the national organization Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, and sits on the River Corridor Planning Committee in Grand Rapids, MI where he makes his home.
For more information, contact Conservation Design Forum at 630-559-2000 or Terry Poltrack, Director of Public Relations and Communications at the American Society of Landscape Architects in Washington D.C. via email at: email@example.com
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Sunshine Coast-based landscape architect Cassandra Fenaughty is the founder and owner of a concept design business that provides clients with options that range from a simple in-home consultation through to sketch plan ideas and photo-real concepts. With the new year upon us, we thought there was no better time than now to help you kickstart your renovation home projects. Thanks to Cassandra, we are giving one lucky reader the chance to win a $200 renovation design consultation gift card from Ms Fenaughty.
For more information visit cassandrafenaughty.com
This competition closes on February 21.


Global Stone Premium Sandstone Paving Country Green
Ethically sourced Natural Premium Sandstone in Country Buff by Global Stone. This premium sandstone paving is gently riven in texture and each piece is handpicked and cut, with the natural variation in tones. Country Buff Displays warm shades of grey, brown and buff. Colours vary in all natural stone products, all the images shown are as a guide only.
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Global Stone Premium Sandstone Paving in Country Green will add a classic and natural touch to your garden with its blend of dark and elegant charcoal tones.
Made up of a gorgeous blend of olive and charcoal tones, Global Stone’s Premium Sandstone in Country Green will add a classic touch to your dream garden design. Beautifully riven and naturally textured, this Sandstone provides flexibility for modern Landscape and Interior Home Design. This Premium riven Sandstone provides a modern twist on a beloved decorative and durable stone.
Each riven Sandstone slab is carefully hand-cut and handpicked to ensure a stunningly unique and professional finish. Colours may vary in all-natural stone products, all images shown are as a guide only.
This beautiful Premium Sandstone is one of Global Stone’s most popular range’s due to its versatility in both outdoor and indoor living spaces. The collection comes in a variety of natural colours, sizes and features that include circles that will transform your home and garden.
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Do you think your yard is an eyesore? Do you happen to have a slew of negative words that you would describe it using more colorful adjectives? Do you ask them to come to your backyard parties? You do not have to be the landscape of your neighborhood.
Before beginning your next Landscaping companies toronto project, draw out how you want the yard to look first. You will also adjust the sketch more easily than to actually change your landscape.
Before beginning your project, make sure to have a list of every item you need. You do not want to begin your project and then realize something is missing, which would result in you having to stop working.
Use local plants in your yard. Native plants are a lot easier to take care of upkeep. This means they’ll still thrive. Your local gardening store will be able to provide you with all the information you need about native plants you can use.
A basic Landscaping contractor toronto tip that can help anyone is to comprise a list of all the materials you will be needing prior to starting on your project. You don’t want to get started on your landscape project and then have to stop to go back to the store for something crucial.
Have your soil tested before you begin your project. This can help your garden and increase the likelihood of a greater opportunity to flourish under optimum conditions.
Prior to starting a landscaping project, get the soil tested. This can give you valuable information about anything that your soil might be lacking in. You can use this information to make changes to the soil which will encourage healthy plant growth. This can help your plants grow more easily and increase the likelihood of a successful project.
It is pretty tough to landscape your entire property at once. Dividing your overall project into phases will make it much easier on your budget. It can also assist you in changing your design changes that become necessary.
Toronto Landscaping goes well beyond simply planting a few trees and there. To add substance and texture, look for places to add wood, wood or iron structures. You can find visual and other sensory pleasures in your lawn through the use of birdbaths, birdbaths, arches or perhaps a nice deck from which to survey your handiwork. You can find these items are priced to fit any budget.
This will just ends up costing you large amounts of money. You may want to consult with a landscaper, and pay them for the service, but doing the work yourself will save you a lot of money.
Choose quality products over cheap ones. Big chains and home improvement stores usually carry cheaper, lower quality products. A niche retailer will offer you great advice and high quality products at a reasonable price. The extra cost associated with the specialty store will be worth it when you see the results.
Consider the structures before beginning any landscape project. Make sure to know where cables, water lines, and air conditioners are positioned so that your cheap Landscaping toronto modifications don’t infringe upon them. Call the city or county before you dig to make sure you do not damage any underground lines won’t be damaged.
Before embarking on a DIY landscape project, look into a quick consult with a pro. The average price of a consultation is around $75 and this will spend on it can be worth every penny by helping you prevent costly mistakes.
Stop thinking that you should try and spend less on every item. Many times, the less expensive landscaping supplies lack quality and will not stand up and to the extremes in weather. Choosing a specialty store can give you the expertise of the staff, a guarantee that the product will work as advertised and the ability to support your local economy.
Peat moss can help your plants thriving. Peat moss helps provide nutrients to your plants lots of nutrients that they might not get otherwise. It can also make your Landscaping toronto look more attractive contrast to it.
Mulch is a necessary foundation for most flower beds into your landscape designs. Mulch is a protective layer that they can provide nutrients. Mulch helps your plants to use as much water as they need.
Consult with garden and landscape professionals prior to starting your project. Even when you are the primary landscaper, talking to a pro is a wise idea. They can give you don’t make any big mistakes and save you the time and hassle of having to redo things. Even if you have some prior knowledge they can give you advice from outside perspectives.
If your landscaping project is on a tight budget, keep in mind that you don’t have to do everything simultaneously. Breaking it up into smaller chunks can make the process simpler. It is easier to accomplish this financially. Write each step in the process down and choose ones that are important to do first.
Weeping cherries are just one example of this type available.
When you’re going to buy materials, don’t instantly gravitate toward the cheapest options. Consider every alternative before you purchase any money.
If any large plants are part of your design plan, keep in mind that they will cast a shadow. This can be helpful when trying to protect your patio or even help with privacy. Be certain not to put smaller plants in the shadowy space.
To make sure that you protect your money, have a whole plan before spending a single dollar. Create a sketch of the landscaping plans to help you figure out the materials you need. Impulse buys are entertaining to be sure, but your wallet does not enjoy them.
Now that you have the information needed to start your Landscaping toronto project, you are only moments away from creating a wonderful yard that will be the envy of your neighborhood. The most difficult thing will be to convince them that you did the work on your own, because the results will look professional due to the tips that this article has provided. You may have an uphill battle ahead!
These days, everyone wants to know about the world of toronto Landscaping, but not everyone knows where to turn for the right information. You have found the information you require to get going, right here in this article. All you need to do now is put it into action.


Heligan, seat of the Tremayne family for more than 400 years, is one of the most mysterious estates in England. At the end of the 19th Century its thousand acres were at its zenith, but only a few years after the Great War of 1914 – 1918 bramble and ivy were already drawing a green veil over this ‘Sleeping Beauty’.
After decades of neglect, restoration was commenced by a small band of enthusiasts. Heligan, voted “Best Heritage Site” by BBC Countryfile Magazine, now offers 200 acres open for the public to explore.
Heligan’s Victorian Productive Gardens are once again intensively cultivated throughout the year, growing over two hundred varieties of heritage fruit and vegetables. Thanks to the crop introductions by the plant hunters and the Victorian revolution in garden technology, pineapples, citrus, melons and peaches were home-grown for luxury consumption. Today, the Paxton glasshouses, cold frames and manure heated pineapple pit are also home to the same cornucopia of produce.
First laid out over 200 years ago, the Pleasure Grounds conceal an unusual series of romantic structures and unexpected features, including restored New Zealand and Italian gardens, summerhouses and pools, a superb pre-Jekyll herbaceous border, a rocky ravine, a crystal grotto and wishing well. A network of walks, lined by magnificent historic flowering shrubs, links these special places. Heligan’s ancient rhododendron and camellia collections are not much longer for this world, but as over mature specimens they hold an awesome and captivating grace.
Heligan’s exuberant ‘Jungle’ garden hosts a riot of luxuriant foliage, sub-tropical plantings and specimen trees. Set in the micro-climate of a steep-sided valley, the boardwalk snakes down through bamboo tunnels, palm-lined avenues, around four ponds and a cascading stream, enticing you on a journey far from our temperate shores. Lose yourself amid almost pre-historic tree ferns, giant rhubarb, succulents and banana palms. Wander through woodland and farm walks through beautiful Cornish countryside, where sustainable management practices promote habitat conservation and an interactive Wildlife Interpretation Centre offering visitors a close-up view of native wildlife.
The variety of habitats throughout the gardens and estate provide a breadth of seasonal interest. This includes spring flowers, mosses and lichens, ferns and autumn fungi, as well as a considerable range of resident and visiting birds, owls, bats, butterflies and moths, insects, reptiles and small mammals.
Heligan is so much more than a garden restored; its own special atmosphere encourages exploration and contemplation, satisfying the broadest range of horticultural and wildlife interest.
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6EN
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24 Nov Bamboo participatory design workshop for children
Last 18th September, as a celebration of the World Bamboo Day, MANA bamboo with the support of AsIB, organized the participatory workshop for the children’s park that will be built at the Esperanza en Acción space. It was a fun and creative saturday morning, with 25 children and family members discovering bamboo as a sustainable construction material.
The 18th September 2021 started with a beautiful sunny morning in Cadiz, perfect to celebrate the World Bamboo Day.
At 10h00, 25 children and family members arrived at the Fundación Esperanza en Acción’ selected space, under a tree, in front of the eco garden, ready to start dreaming and designing together the best children park that they would love to enjoy in that place.
Eva, MANA bamboo founder, introduced the bamboo as an excellent sustainable construction and design material, and guided the participants of the workshop through the design process, encouraging them to interact with the bamboo and the context.
Some kids felt more comfortable designing with drawings, but most of them were excited to experiment creating beautiful models, using bamboo sticks and other materials.
After 4 hours, all participants presented their designs with the drawings and models, and left the space excited looking forward to coming back and enjoying the bamboo park.
From all proposals presented, the final design is being developed, which will be built in phases, following the available budget for Esperanza en Accion Foundation.
In order to make it happen, Eva and other AsIB members will coordinate the bamboo park construction, inviting all people from the area willing to learn how to use bamboo as a construction material.


Creeping Charlie is an insidious weed that is commonly referred as ground ivy. It is a weed that is resilient which makes it hard to control. Creeping Charlie can fill up an empty space fast especially in early spring. It is known to fast fill landscaping beds and lawns. It kills everything on the ground. It is important for you to act fast once you see Creeping Charlie. To get more info, visit creeping charlie removal. Below are a few ways to get rid of Creeping Charlie.
Another method of getting rid of Creeping Charlie is smothering. It means that you deprive it of sunlight for a long time. Weeds normally do well in shade. Covering it completing such that you block the sun is an effective method. Keep in mind that if there are other plants, they will also die together with Creeping Charlie. For this method to be effective, you will need gloves, disposal bag, cultivator, rocks, newspaper and tarp. You will have to cover the area with Creeping Charlie with a newspaper and tarp. Use rocks or bricks to hold the tarp. Learn more about weed removal. Wait for at least a week or more before Creping Charlie is smothered. If the plant is brown and shrivelled, it means that it is dead. Pull it off the ground and dispose it.


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The stobie poles that have lined Gumeracha’s main street for decades were recently removed along Albert Street from the Soldiers Memorial Hospital to Randell Terrace in the first step in the Gumeracha streetscape upgrade.
With underground power cables now operational, Mayor Jan-Claire Wisdom says the community-driven upgrade of the Gumeracha main street, that emerged from extensive consultation in the local area, is helping to transform the economic sustainability of local businesses and the visual appeal of the whole town.
“We have a wonderful community project that has been many years in the making and involved an award-winning community engagement process.
Gumeracha Main Street Project Community Working Group members Hugh French and Libby Barber excitedly watched the first stobie pole come out of the ground.
“This process began many years ago when a range of … goals were proposed to improve the economics and aesthetics of the township — the ultimate of which was the removal of the stobie poles. And here we are today watching them come down,” Libby says.
“Community spirit and pride in the town has been really high since the transformation of the main street began and the removal of the stobie poles is a major milestone in this ongoing beautification project,” Hugh says.
“All of these changes, as well as future public art installations and traffic calming projects are going to make Gumeracha an even more appealing place to live and visit,” Mayor Wisdom says.
Watch out for the next stages of the upgrade which include new storm water management infrastructure due to be completed by August 2021 and streetscape upgrades including footpaths and kerbs, trees and street furniture by February 2022.
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The Slippery Elm tree, 'Ulmus rubra', is also known as Red Elm. It is a medium-sized tree that prefers moist soils. The leaves are large and very rough to the touch.
It is distinguishable from other elms by its red, hairy buds and its rough, hairy twigs. The buds are covered with rusty red hairs and the wood is red to dark brown, hence the Latin name rubra, meaning red.
The bark is deeply furrowed and brownish red. The inner bark is stringy, and slimy or slippery, hence the common name Slippery elm.
The red, brown, or orange branches grow downward. The flowers are arranged in dense clusters and have no stalks. The plant's leaves are long and green, and they darken in color during the fall. The bark has deep fissures, a gummy texture, and a slight but distinct odor.
Slippery elm can persist on poorly drained soils and occasional flooding. It grows best on moist, rich soils of lower slopes, stream banks, river terraces, and bottom lands.
It is less susceptible to Dutch elm disease than many elms, and has a different branching pattern. The inner bark was historically used for medicinal purposes, and is still used in the preparation of some throat lozenges.
* Branches downward
* Flowers in dense clusters
* Likes moist soil
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GMDA seeks proposals to work on a Nagar Van
Gurugram The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) is seeking proposals to start working on an urban forest — an extension of the Aravalli Biodiversity Park — that will be developed on a 100-hectare land in Gurugram, said the officials on Sunday
Gurugram The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) is seeking proposals to start working on an urban forest — an extension of the Aravalli Biodiversity Park — that will be developed on a 100-hectare land in Gurugram, said the officials on Sunday. The authority started seeking proposals for the project, which will be undertaken as a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, on Friday.
According to the GMDA, interested agencies, companies or NGOs have to send proposals for the project, as development partners under the CSR Initiative, within April 12.
As per the project description uploaded on the website, the GMDA is planning to develop Nagar Van (Urban Forests) at Sikanderpur or Chakkarpur Aravallis as per the guidelines of Nagar Van Yojana of the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Government of India. “It will provide a healthy living environment to the residents of Gurugram, thus contributing to the development of a green, clean, healthy and sustainable city,” it said.
Subash Yadav, divisional forest officer and head of urban environment division, GMDA, said, “We already have a biodiversity park, but we do not have an urban forest which is more accessible to the public. This park will focus on public utilities like a space for sitting, recreation, an interpretation centre for learning about plant species, and development of water bodies for groundwater recharge among others. We are planning to develop the forest over a 100-hectare area near Sikanderpur.”
According to the Nagar Van scheme, the Gurugram authority is likely to carry out activities like fencing the area, establishing and maintaining wood blocks with emphasis on locally appropriate tree or shrub species, theme-based plantations like Smriti Van, Rashi/Nakshatra Vatika, and arboretum.
The officials asserted that Gurugram needs an urban forest to work on issues like decreasing water table and improving air quality among others.
“As the population is increasing, so is the pressure on natural resources. The demand for development of green spaces as per growing population is also increasing. The urban forest on the borders of the national capital in Sikander Ghosi and Chakkarpur will be an expansion of the already developed Aravalli Biodiversity Park in Nathupur, and will act as green lungs for the residents of the national capital region. It will also act as the centre of biodiversity conservation, recreation, water conservation (as recycled water is proposed for plantation activities), eco-tourism, and public awareness,” said a senior GMDA official.


As the city of Pasadena continues to grow, the need for more green spaces as a haven and respite is increasingly vital. Every five years, Pasadena Beautiful presents the Commercial Design Award to select businesses, institutions and multi-family residences in recognition of their effort to create exceptional landscapes for their projects that benefits the people working nearby, living in it, the environment and the community. This award is dedicated to the memory of founding members Ted Behr, Bob Cheesewright and Mary Frances Russell who contributed to the success of Pasadena Beautiful.
Commercial Design Awards 2021
The Commercial Design Awards are given out by Pasadena Beautiful every five years to recognize excellence in architecture and landscape design. Commercial buildings such as offices, multi-family apartments, schools, and restaurants within the City of Pasadena are considered for the awards.
This year’s winners include: The Neuroscience Research Building and the Courts at Cal Tech; Crown City Rehabilitation Institute; the Pasadena Christian School; Condominiums at California/Orange Grove; McDonald’s at Washington/Altadena; the Shatford Library; Crown City Rehabilitation Institute; the Huntington Medical Research Institute and the Gardens on Hill.
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We are a volunteer organization both in our leadership and our services. Everyone who is interested in making the City of Pasadena a better place to live and work through enhancement of the urban forest and streetscapes is welcome to join.


Most people want a beautiful garden of their own in their house, but this dream may not come true because there's no space for a backyard. Some people are fortunate enough to have a rooftop which can be turned to a dreaming garden.
Nob Hill Underground Hive [London´s Old Vic Tunnels Space. The Old Vic Tunnels Space was an underground arts venue and performance space beneath Waterloo train station in London. The space consisted of almost square feet of unused railway tunnels.


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Our Bark Products are a byproduct of the Timber Industry and are created in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Bark Products are created using tree bark from various different types of trees. Bark Products are popular in landscaping as a decorative ground cover that is more aesthetic than bare soil. Bright Medium Hemlock is made of Hemlock Bark and is ground and screened to a medium grade. Bright Medium Hemlock has a layer of fines, as well as a layer of small shreds that settle on top. Bright Medium Hemlock is a rich red color, with orange and yellow accents. Bright Medium Hemlock is sliver-free which makes it child and pet friendly.


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Working with a Landscape Designer
We understand it can be challenging to visualize your garden’s possibilities. For instance, where should you put plants for the best overall effect? Your landscape designer’s role is to help you do just that.
From start to finish, your landscape designer will listen to your ideas and combine them with their design and plant expertise. Above all, their goal is to exceed your expectations.
NATORP’S LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS BELIEVE MOST IMPORTANTLY, THAT GREAT LANDSCAPE DESIGN SHOULD:
- Reflect the owner’s taste and needs
- Mirror and complement the home’s exterior and interior
- Balance style and function
An essential element of a successful design reflects your personal preferences.
- What are your favorite colors?
- What are your favorite plants?
- How much time do you prefer to spend in the garden?
- What style of landscape do you prefer? (Formal, Natural, Water Gardens, etc.)
- Is there a view you would like to screen?
- Are there any areas you would like to preserve?
- What areas stay wet or possibly extremely dry?
- What is your present or future budget?
LANDSCAPE DESIGN PROCESS
- Firstly, the designer will develop an initial design that represents your preferences, home, and budget.
- Secondly, after receiving your feedback a Master Plan is designed for your project.
- Thirdly, preparation of any needed construction documents and startup for your project.
- Lastly, Your designer will coordinate and oversee your project through completion.
For each project, Natorp aims to deliver exceptional design and superior customer service.
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The Correct Answer Is: Oxydendron Arboreum
One of the first times I went nursery hopping in North Carolina I noticed the roadside landscape littered with small seedlings. I then began to see larger trees with the same foliage and I was in disbelief that the plant I was looking at was Sourwood or Sorrel tree. Indeed Oxydendron grows native from Pennsylvania to Georgia. I always fact check myself so as not to give out any misinformation. The Missouri Botanic Garden website lists as one of its attributes a straight trunk. If any growers read this they would probably laugh as the plant tends to grow crooked. Many times nurseries will give up on the plant because it requires work to grow it straight.
Once past its infant stages and staked, the tree will remain straight. Why sourwood? How about a white lily of the valley/Andromeda type flower that lasts for about two weeks. How about if I told you it blooms in July? You can count the number of trees that bloom in the summer on one hand. How about if I told you that you would be hard pressed to find a better fall color tree. The leaves are deep red with occasional orange mixed in, truly outstanding. Yes, and finally, it’s a native. Oxydendron will go to about 20 feet or so and will grow in light shade, but prefers full sun. Moist soil is preferable. This is one that the detectives would highly recommend.
Keep those guesses coming!


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Well, we’re here to tell you otherwise. You don’t need big bucks to improve your curb appeal. All you need is a little inspiration.
Here’s a list of easy and affordable ways to improve your yard.
- Get creative with unexpected materials
Take a good look at what you already have lying around your home. They can be used as design elements or building materials. Think of wood scraps and metals like corrugated steel and copper.
Found items like old furniture, antiques or vintage items, and even boxes can become eye-catching accents when thoughtfully placed in your yard.. Brass and copper items also make for artful design features.
Remember not to go overboard, though – unless that’s the look you’re going for. Find a good balance that suits your taste and personality.
- Go for fuss-free plants
Growing plants that require little maintenance is especially useful for those who can’t tend their garden regularly.
Evergreens provide color year round. Common boxwood evergreens are great for all types of hedges. They can keep their rich green color and shape even in winter. Plus, you don’t need to worry about falling leaves.
Perennial flowers bloom year after year unlike annual flowers which last for only one season. Great looking perennials for today’s styles include alliums, baptisia, buddleia, coneflower, kangaroo paw, sage, and veronica.
Drought-tolerant plants can have many interesting shapes and don’t need a lot of water. Great examples include the honey mesquite, gray desert spoon, creosote bush, potentilla, and Adam’s needle.
You can head to your local growers and wholesale suppliers to get better prices on plants or you could ask your friends for clippings of ornamental plants. You can also mix soil with homemade compost to cut down on plant care costs.
- DIY it
The internet has hundreds of easy, affordable, and enjoyable DIY projects you can take on.
For example, paint can transform old boxes, pots, and cans into artful planters. You can even use an old tub.
If you have extra pavers and ground covers but don’t have enough to make a full path, turn them into stepping stones. Lay them down in a geometric pattern to make things more interesting. Plant moss or stonecrops like creeping sedum between the seams for contrast.
You can also use gravel in spots where there is heavy foot traffic to create durable, low-maintenance paths. It adds a modern architectural feel to your yard.
- Light up your yard
Go for the unusual and inexpensive. Use waterproof rope lighting to demarcate your garden or highlight a special spot.
Pots, too, can be coated with glow-in-the-dark paint. No need to turn anything on when dusk settles.
If sunlight hits your wooden fence, drill holes into them and insert marbles to speckle your yard with pretty colored lights. You can use multicolored marbles, opt for monochrome, or choose complementary or contrasting colors for the effect you want to achieve.


New Railway Sleepers
July 3, 2017 | New Products | By Lindsey Hart
Charltons have developed a new style of sleeper that can really complement any garden, no matter the size. They have curved edges on two sides with the bark on allowing the Rustic Sleepers to naturally blend into the garden. This new style has been hugely popular and we are now introducing a second size into stock, 100x200mmx1.2m.
Mini Rustic Sleeper
The mini sleepers (150mm wide) are perfect for smaller gardens, courtyard gardens and path edging. Grown in Britain and Made in Britain from naturally durable Redwoods.
These products are great additions to our large range of stocked sleepers which include new sawn treated and reclaimed. For more information about the rest of the range, please click here.


Monday, March 19, 2012
Planting for Clean Water Workshops
Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) in conjunction with area cities, watershed management organizations, and Dakota County will be offering "An Introduction to Planting for Clean Water." This free workshop will be held in various cities throughout Dakota County, including Apple Valley on Thursday, April 5, from 6:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.The presentation will focus on native gardens, raingardens, and native plant shoreline stabilizations. Attendees will be invited to attend more in-depth design workshops later in the spring. To register for this free workshop, contact the SWCD at 651-480-7777 or visit their website.


Illuminating Elegance: Transform Your Home with Exterior Lighting Upgrades
Exterior lighting serves a dual purpose: not only does it illuminate your outdoor spaces, but it also adds an artistic touch to the overall aesthetic. Whether you want to showcase your home’s architectural features, enhance your landscaping, or create a warm and inviting atmosphere, exterior lighting upgrades offer endless possibilities.
By investing in well-designed lighting fixtures, you can effortlessly elevate your home’s curb appeal, increase its value, and extend the usability of your outdoor spaces. So, let’s embark on this enlightening journey together and discover how to make your home truly gorgeous with exterior lighting upgrades.
Planning Your Lighting Upgrade
Understanding Your Goals
Before diving into your exterior lighting upgrade, it’s essential to define your goals. Consider what you want to achieve with your lighting, whether it’s creating a welcoming ambiance, highlighting architectural features, or improving safety and security.
Assessing the Existing Lighting
Take stock of your current outdoor lighting setup. Evaluate the fixtures, wiring, and placement to determine what is working and what needs improvement. Look out for outdated fixtures, inadequate illumination, or areas with uneven lighting distribution. Assessing your existing lighting will provide valuable insights into where upgrades are needed and help you plan accordingly.
Determining Lighting Requirements
To ensure a successful lighting upgrade, it’s crucial to determine your lighting requirements. Consider the desired ambiance for different areas of your outdoor space and the functional needs you want to address. For example, you may want brighter lighting for pathways and entrances, while a softer, more ambient lighting may be ideal for garden areas. Additionally, consider energy efficiency goals and explore options like LED lighting.
Selecting Lighting Fixtures
Exploring Fixture Types
When it comes to exterior lighting, there is a wide range of fixture types to choose from. Familiarize yourself with the various options available, such as wall sconces, pendant lights, spotlights, and pathway lights. Each type has its unique features and applications. For example, wall sconces are excellent for accentuating architectural elements, while pathway lights provide guidance and safety. Explore the different types to find fixtures that align with your design goals and functional requirements.
Considering Design and Style
The design and style of your lighting fixtures play a significant role in enhancing your home’s overall aesthetic. Consider the architectural style of your home and aim for fixtures that complement its design. Whether you have a modern, traditional, or eclectic home, there are lighting options available to suit every style. Explore different designs, finishes, and shapes to find fixtures that harmonize with your home’s exterior and create a cohesive look.
Assessing Light Output and Energy Efficiency
Light output and energy efficiency are essential factors to consider when selecting lighting fixtures. Evaluate the light output of the fixtures in terms of lumens, which indicates the brightness level. Different areas of your home’s exterior may require varying levels of illumination. Additionally, prioritize energy-efficient options such as LED fixtures, which consume less energy and have a longer lifespan.
Ensuring Durability and Weather Resistance
Since exterior lighting fixtures are exposed to the elements, it’s crucial to choose options that are durable and weather-resistant. Look for fixtures made from materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, or brass, which are known for their longevity and ability to withstand outdoor conditions. Additionally, consider fixtures with proper sealing and protection against moisture to ensure their durability over time.
Setting a budget for your lighting upgrade is essential to guide your choices. Determine the amount you’re willing to invest in fixtures and plan accordingly. Keep in mind that while high-end fixtures may offer exceptional design and durability, there are also mid-range options available that provide a balance between quality and affordability. Prioritize key areas where lighting upgrades will have the most impact, and allocate your budget accordingly. With careful planning, you can find lighting fixtures that meet your aesthetic and functional requirements while staying within your budget constraints.
Designing Lighting Layouts
Creating a Lighting Plan
Before installing your lighting fixtures, it’s essential to create a lighting plan. Assess your outdoor space and identify key areas that require lighting, such as pathways, entrances, focal points, or outdoor living areas. Determine the number and placement of fixtures needed for each area based on your goals and lighting requirements. Consider factors such as spacing, angles, and heights to ensure optimal illumination and visual appeal.
To create a visually appealing and dynamic outdoor lighting design, consider the concept of layering light. Layering involves combining different types of lighting, such as ambient, task, and accent lighting, to create depth and dimension. Use ambient lighting as a base to provide overall illumination, task lighting to serve functional purposes like pathway lighting, and accent lighting to highlight architectural features or focal points.
Highlighting Architectural Features
Architectural features of your home can be enhanced and showcased through strategic lighting. Identify key architectural elements such as columns, arches, or unique textures, and use lighting techniques like uplighting or wall grazing to highlight their beauty.
Illuminating Pathways and Entrances
Lighting pathways and entrances is crucial for both safety and aesthetics. Install pathway lights or low-level lighting fixtures along walkways to ensure safe navigation during nighttime. For entrances, consider using statement lighting fixtures such as wall sconces or pendant lights to create a welcoming and inviting atmosphere.
Enhancing Landscapes and Gardens
Your landscaping and gardens can be transformed into enchanting spaces with the right lighting. Utilize techniques like uplighting, downlighting, or moonlighting to accentuate trees, shrubs, or garden structures. Experiment with different beam angles and color temperatures to create the desired mood and ambiance.
Installation and Maintenance
DIY vs. Professional Installation
When it comes to installing your exterior lighting fixtures, you have the option of doing it yourself or hiring a professional. Consider your level of expertise, comfort with electrical work, and the complexity of the installation. While DIY installation can save you money, it’s essential to ensure safety and compliance with electrical codes. If you’re unsure or not confident in your abilities, it’s best to hire a licensed electrician or lighting professional who can handle the installation efficiently and safely.
Essential Installation Steps
Whether you choose DIY or professional installation, understanding the essential steps involved can help you ensure a successful lighting upgrade. Begin by preparing the installation area, including clearing obstacles and determining the wiring requirements. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions for mounting and connecting the fixtures, ensuring proper grounding and weatherproofing. Test the lighting system before finalizing the installation. If you’re uncertain about any step, consult a professional for guidance.
By investing in these enhancements, you have the power to transform your home into a captivating and elegant haven. We have explored the importance of planning your lighting upgrade, selecting the right fixtures, designing thoughtful lighting layouts, and ensuring proper installation and maintenance.
Remember, exterior lighting upgrades not only enhance the beauty of your home but also improve functionality and security. With a well-designed lighting scheme, you can create a welcoming ambiance, accentuate architectural features, illuminate pathways and entrances, and enhance your landscapes and gardens.
Light up Your Landscape!
Transform the yard into a safe and highly functional space perfect for outdoor fun by upgrading the exterior lights. Contact an electrical contractor for safe outdoor lighting installation.
If you need a highly-reviewed, licensed electrician in Woodstock, Georgia, call Poss Electric at (404) 787-7262. We would love to hear from you!


You require to take the time to satisfy with the landscaper. You require to talk to them about what you are looking for, and they require to assist you establish a design you will love.
An excellent style is nice, but it has to be practical. They need to know how you are going to use your lawn and who else will be utilizing it.
You desire your lawn to be functional and stunning also. What do you dislike about your existing landscaping? You must walk the backyard with the landscaper and speak about the things you currently like about your backyard and a few of the things you do not like. They may have the ability to utilize some of your existing plants in a new and imaginative method.
Having a negative experience can make a person cautious of working with a brand-new landscaper. Landscapers will want to avoid things that customers do not like. Take a walk around and see the designs that look enticing and the ones that do not look so great.
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Different plants will require various levels of maintenance. If not they require plants that are simple to take care of.
The landscaper might have to suggest some concepts as far as coloring goes. Budgeting Information This is another concern that is going to require to be brought up.
While this might be a deceiving issue to raise, it is essential. The cost of the job need to be talked about in advance so everyone is on the same page about what can be done. Exists a Custom-made 3D Design? Once a landscaper has a concept in mind, they can show it to the customer using new innovation.
While a drawing or even a 2D image is accommodating people will be impressed at the style when they can see it in 3D. This new technology can likewise enable the landscaper to add furniture, little information, as well as textures to their design. When a person sees their task in 3D, they end up being really thrilled about it – landscape design a backyard Sutherland Shire.
Grays Point What Ideas Do You Have For Our Garden?
There are many options from the type of plants to use to where the outside furnishings is going to be. This brand-new innovation is a terrific method to produce brand-new styles and see the landscaping concepts come to life.
Are there above ground stuctural elements I need to be concerned with for my exterior landscape? Do I have a budget and is it realistic? There are many more concerns to ask prior to moving forward on a garden design strategy.
It might benefit you to seek advice from with a garden designer or landscape designer and see if dealing with a professional is the instructions that finest fits you – landscaping design course. ** All b/w illustrations Residential Landscape Architecture, style process for the Personal House by Booth/Hiss. Color illustration Todd Haiman Landscape Design 2016.
As a designer, I’ve become rather proficient at this over the years so prior to you go charging into your next on-site consultation, here is my detailed guide to distilling the dollar worth from your brand-new consumer. Step One Prepare Your Customer Ahead of Time Instead of merely springing the concern on your prospective client and putting them on the spot for an answer, assist them be prepared to have a response by planting the seed early on.
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Utilize this as an opportunity to offer them something to think of in between the call and the time you fulfill on site. You’re not asking to provide you an answer immediately, you’re asking them to make the time to consider it. Here’s some of the important things I state: “I’m really anticipating meeting you on -day, prior to you go, among the important things I was hoping you could have a consider prior to we meet is just how much you’re believing you ‘d like to purchase this job.””I’m not exactly sure if you have actually currently considered this and I don’t need an answer from you now, because I understand this is an actually awkward subject to go over, however it will truly help me to ensure you get the very best worth for cash if I have some idea of the budget we’ll be working within.””To offer you a concept, my clients usually come back to me with a figure range to the closest $5k, so for example $45-50thousand.
The last thing I want you to experience is a bunch of concealed surprises.”Oh, and if you might bring some images or hard copies of the sorts of things you’ve seen prior to that you really like, that would be really handy too.


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The Waterwall in Houston, Texas, is a stunning piece of architecture and engineering that has become one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. The Waterwall is located in the Galleria area of Houston and features a massive semi-circular wall that stands 64 feet tall and spans 186 feet in diameter. Water cascades down the wall in a continuous stream, creating a breathtaking sight and a peaceful atmosphere. Don’t forget to check out this place in The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, too.
The Waterwall was designed by Philip Johnson, a renowned architect known for his work on the Glass House in Connecticut and the AT&T Building in New York City. Johnson was inspired by the water gardens at the Palace of Versailles in France and sought to create a similar oasis in the heart of Houston. Construction of the Waterwall began in 1982 and was completed in just six months. The semi-circular wall is made of 182 individual pieces of concrete, each weighing between 20,000 and 36,000 pounds. The concrete was pre-cast off-site and then assembled on-site, with each piece carefully placed and secured to ensure the wall’s stability.
The Waterwall’s waterfall is made up of 78 jets that shoot water over the top of the wall and down into a large reflecting pool at the base. The water is recirculated through a system of pumps and filters, ensuring that the waterfall continues to flow smoothly and continuously.
The Waterwall has become a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, with its stunning beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Visitors can walk along a paved path that encircles the waterfall and enjoy the sound of the water and the mist that rises from the pool. The Waterwall is also a popular spot for photography, with its unique design and beautiful backdrop making it a favorite among photographers and Instagram influencers.
In addition to its aesthetic appeal, the Waterwall serves an important purpose in Houston’s infrastructure. The waterfall helps to cool the air in the surrounding area, providing relief from the city’s often oppressive heat. The Waterwall also serves as a water feature, helping to manage stormwater runoff and prevent flooding in the surrounding area.
The Waterwall is surrounded by a park that features a variety of trees, benches, and picnic tables, making it a great spot for a family outing or a quiet afternoon picnic. The park is also home to a number of events throughout the year, including concerts, festivals, and art shows.
Overall, the Waterwall is a testament to the power of architecture and design to create beautiful, functional spaces that enhance our lives and our communities. Its timeless design and engineering continue to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world, making it one of Houston’s most beloved landmarks. If you are in need of an internet marketing expert, click here.


The Mills Building, an 11-story structure constructed in 1966 at 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue, underwent a refurbishment and repositioning project in 2019. The design team was entrusted with this high-profile property’s renovation, with the landscape architect leading the design of the Penthouse terrace and conceptualizing other possible expansions and renovations. The building program that connects to the terrace includes offices and amenity spaces. The terrace offers commanding views across the White House, the Washington Monument, and the Potomac River. There is no better place to capture the essence of Washington, D.C. than this. The natural beauty of the river merges seamlessly with the cultural icons at the hearth of the nation, becoming the source of inspiration for the terrace’s design.
CONTEXT | Located at the heart of the nation’s capital, The Mills Building offers commanding views across the White House, the Washington Monument, and the Potomac River.
INSPIRATION | The view from the terrace captures the essence of Washington, D.C. The natural beauty of the Potomac River merges seamlessly with the cultural icons at the hearth of the nation, becoming the source of inspiration for the terrace’s design.
APPROACH | The “River” design concept features a fluid and continuous form that allows for seamless transitions between spaces and also articulates and defines program spaces, optimizing their functions while addressing issues found in the analysis of the site.
PROTECTING THE VIEWSHED | After conducting a thorough analysis of the shade studies, setback requirements, and viewsheds from inside the penthouse, the Landscape Architect made the decision to use architectural shade structures in order to provide shade while minimizing any potential obstructions to the view. These not only provide streamlined and elegant views but also offer the flexibility of being removable.
MATERIALS & FURNITURE | The project’s materiality is centered around pure and natural elements such as wood, porcelain, granite, metal, and glass. The wood-grained porcelain pavers were matched to the bench’s wood to create a continuous rising and falling effect. This combination of textures is visually captivating and durable, as porcelain is low maintenance.
PLANTING STRATEGY | The pathways and patio river themed curves enhance the user’s experience, however, due to the narrow width between the building and parapet, pinch points between the building and hardscape posed challenges to the planting plan. To address this, we prioritized species with highly contrasted leaf textures and layered them in swaths that followed the undulation along the walks and walls.
SUSTAINABILITY | Although the project was exempt from meeting the DC Green Area Ratio requirements, the team was able to dedicate over 50% of the site area as greenspace by utilizing the mandatory DC setback zones and transforming the 4’ wide setback into a green roof zone. This not only increased stormwater management capacity but also improved the user experience.
COLLABORATIVE DESIGN | The River concept incorporates custom benches and planters that undulate three dimensionally like water over rocks in a winding river. By utilizing Revit and other CAD programs, a detailed 3D model was created, which helped all parties involved in the project better understand the design, identify any potential issues and collaborate to find solutions.
Because the fabricators were based in different parts of the world, it was necessary to carry out mock-ups and material studies for both granite and wood benches to test the materials and ensure that they could achieve the desired effects when the pieces came together.
DETAILS: WOODEN BENCH | For the benches, solid wood was CNC routered to achieve precise curves that complemented the bench’s design. Additionally, the design team opted for a solid corner versus the multi-piece corner module to provide a more sculpted edge.
DETAILS: GRANITE BENCH | The design team utilized a photo selection process for the granite modules to ensure that the veining was accurately aligned with the naturalistic design. This involved carefully selecting the blocks of granite to achieve the desired aesthetic effect, making sure that the veining flowed in one direction to enhance the overall fluidity of the form.
THE OVERALL EXPERIENCE | The design is characterized by a sculptural feel, incorporating an undulating riverbed motif that creates a sense of harmony with the surrounding environment. The materials used in the design work together to allow each one to “sing” in its own unique way, contributing to the overall aesthetic and sensory experience of the space. The result is a design that feels organic and integrated, evoking a sense of tranquility and calmness.


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Join the National Outdoor Lighting Month Celebration
As darker skies arrive earlier in the day, National Outdoor Lighting Month is a consumer awareness effort founded by Outdoor Lighting Perspectives in 2013 and was created to educate homeowners about the transformational difference quality and professionally installed outdoor lighting can make to a home, landscape or even a special event. Increased safety, beauty and ambiance from pools to playgrounds, backyard grills to gazebos, landscapes to lounge areas – if it can be illuminated, it can be transformed with outdoor lighting. Why focus on outdoor lighting?
- Expanded Living Space: It’s the perfect way to extend the hours you can linger outside.
- Sheer Beauty: Brings more warmth to a home after dark with perfectly balanced outdoor lighting.
- Security: Well-lit exteriors are never inviting to intruders and strategic fixture placement can help prevent falls and injuries.
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In 2001, Long Island City underwent a significant rezoning to encourage office, retail and residential development in an area known for its industrial and distribution centers. The City saw potential in the area, due to its proximity to Manhattan, good bridge and public transit access and supply of undeveloped land. But alongside those benefits came some disadvantages — the area is notorious for its traffic, many of the subway lines that intersect in the neighborhood run above-ground and rumble noisily overhead, and the industrial focus of the area didn’t exactly call for attractive streetscapes, community parks, or even proper crosswalks. So, the rezoning effort was accompanied by an assortment of revitalization efforts to appeal to residents, business owners, passers-by and transit riders.
This week, we had an opportunity to check out one of these neighborhood improvements: a former commuter parking lot at the east end of Queens Plaza that has been transformed into the public space now called Dutch Kills Green. The Urban Omnibus team joined the Design Trust for Public Space to host a potluck and conversation with key players from the team behind the project. Luckily, the dreary weather subsided long enough for a crowd of architects, landscape architects, urban planners, lighting designers, artists and other assorted urban enthusiasts to gather in the park and hear what it takes to turn an infrastructural tangle into a lovely neighborhood oasis.
Penny Lee, a senior planner at the NYC Department of City Planning, began with an overview of the project, how it began, and some of the unusual challenges of the site (her visual aids included a photo of the corner street sign showing the nexus-of-the-universe intersection of 41st Avenue and 41st Avenue, a signage confusion that has since been remedied). She then handed things off to the other speakers: Tracey Sayegh Gabriel from the NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYC EDC); Linda Pollak, one of the principal designers of the space (whom we interviewed about the Queens Plaza renovations here on UO back in 2009, along with her partner at Marpillero Pollak Architects Sandro Marpillero and landscape designer Margie Ruddick); and lighting designer Leni Schwendinger of Light Projects Ltd.
Artistry and collaboration were the emphases of the night. From the beginning, said Penny Lee, the team wanted to bring an artistic quality to the design, from the pavers (designed by artist Michael Singer) to the benches to the lighting to the planting to the flow of the space. Linda Pollak called the project a testament to collaboration between designers, artists and clients, one that allowed them to “attach art to everything and everything to the art.” Pollak also spoke of the layers of experience at the site, and how the design engages passers-by from all points of view: pedestrian, cyclist, driver and subway passenger. As the sun began to set, and the lighting of the park appeared, Leni Schwendinger discussed both her lighting design and the ways that the surrounding light, of the subways (the “jewelry of the trains”), the cars, and the nearby buildings, influence the experience of the park at twilight and after dark.
Clockwise from top right: Penny Lee shows a photo of the now-transformed commuter parking lot; Tracey Sayegh Gabriel and Penny Lee; Leni Schwendinger; Linda Pollak
Jerry Walsh, the president of the Dutch Kills Civic Association and a 37-year resident of Long Island City, spoke up at the end of the conversation to praise the project and to vouch for its success as a neighborhood destination. Tracy Sayegh Gabriel admitted to a nagging fear that the space would not be used to its full potential due to the surrounding traffic and the noise of the trains running by — a problem that was made painfully obvious at Wednesday’s event with every passing N/Q train — so the group was heartened by Jerry’s enthusiasm, as well as by the size of the crowd that showed up for the potluck. So, thank you to everyone who came out to join us! If you missed this event, be sure to sign up for our email list, become a fan of Urban Omnibus on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter to be notified about more field trips coming up this summer.
The views expressed here are those of the authors only and do not reflect the position of The Architectural League of New York.


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Genus led a multidisciplinary team in the preparation of a master plan for a 16-block study area in downtown Iowa City. The study area included the iconic Pedestrian Mall and eleven different city streets, each with a distinct character and role within the neighborhood. These streets had developed at different times under independent planning efforts and no longer met the evolving social, cultural, and commercial needs of the community. Recommendations included transportation enhancements, a multi-layered lighting framework, sustainability, wayfinding and identity strategies, and utility upgrades. Some improvements were applied to a particular street in order to distinguish a site-specific character or function, while others were applied broadly to unify the study area. The plan concludes with an implementation section, and phasing recommendations for ‘quick start’, short- and long-term projects to assist the City of Iowa City in fiscal planning and decision-making for the next 10-15 years. The master plan has now transitioned into multiple phases of design and implementation led by Genus across Downtown Iowa City.


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In an effort to revive its master plan, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea recently hosted the first in a series of urban design seminars aimed at evaluating ideas.
Town Manager Connie Hoffmann said officials are looking to assess the qualities that make the beach area comfortable and enjoyable for residents and visitors and to instill those qualities elsewhere.
"We want to take that comfort visitors and residents have near the beach and expand it to the whole town," she said.
The recent seminar featured David Sucher, author of "City Comforts: How to Build an Urban Village," which explores ways of creating more-walkable neighborhoods. Sucher offered his thoughts on how the town could extend the pedestrian-friendly aspects of its beach area west of the Intracoastal Waterway.
Sucher said the town should consider three rules of urban design: building to the sidewalks, making the buildings' facades more permeable by adding doors and windows, and prohibiting parking in front of buildings.
Sucher added that the objective behind pedestrian-oriented neighborhoods is to create a more interactive environment for residents, while also encouraging them to use other modes of transportation besides cars.
Sucher said there are many amenities east of the bridge, such as parking in the middle of the street, pavilions and benches, that help make the area pedestrian-friendly.
"We're trying to get that feel the town has from the east and implement that to the west of the [Intracoastal] bridge," Sucher said.
Sucher also led a walking tour of the town the following day to discuss both negative and positive development and to answer questions from residents and town officials.
Paul Novak, president of the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Chamber of Commerce, said the seminars will yield new ideas from professional urban designers and will be useful in reconciling those ideas with the experiences of residents and town officials.
The next urban design seminar is scheduled for March 1 and will feature Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, dean of the School of Architecture at the University of Miami.


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I have a 25' long area by about 15' tall where im planning on putting up a lattice. I have about 5 different kinds of vines i would like to grow on the lattice which will be 4' wide pieces all formed together across the 20'. Will the vines grow well together? im planning on spacing them out about 5' apart.


Universal Design Studio transforms Canberra's retail landscape by invoking its heritage
At the beginning of the 20th century, civil architect Walter Burley Griffin was tasked with designing the masterplan of Australia’s new capital. Heavily influenced by naturalism in urban landscapes, Griffin believed that a design process must be malleable to allow for the inevitability of modernization. This perspective came to influence Universal Design Studio in the redesign of one of the city’s historic Modernist buildings – the Canberra Centre.
Griffin’s thoughts on a city’s elastic future are especially poignant in the given context. As the digitalization of the retail experience threatens the cultural value and significance of spaces like malls, it is necessary for such spaces to empower social engagement. Accordingly, the London-based studio completely revitalizes the former building while respectfully borrowing from its modernist past and incorporating visual reminders of the city’s relationship with naturalism.
This transformative gesture can be seen in the beauty and wellness department. Greenery trails down from the rafters to meet with high-shine stainless steel, signifying the meeting of contemporary elements with interior landscaping. A cohesive expression of the Canberra Centre, the department invites visitors to engage in experiences that shift the intention from strictly retail transactions to providing meaningful encounters and improving wellbeing. The new Canberra Centre is a celebration of architecture’s ability to make an impact on history – a literal landmark – while looking to the future.


ATLANTIC BEACH — A plan to improve the local water quality is going before the Atlantic Beach Town Council for approval Friday, Feb. 22 with a recommendation from the town planning board.
The planning board met online via Zoom Tuesday for its regular meeting. During the meeting, the board unanimously recommended the council adopt a draft watershed restoration and stormwater resiliency plan created by staff through a partnership with the East Carolina Council of Governments, LSDI Engineering and the N.C. Coastal Federation.
Town Planning and Zoning Director Michelle Eitner said the draft plan is the result of studies requested by an ad hoc committee.
“In 2018, we had an ad hoc committee made by (Councilman) Rich Johnson, who wanted to look at water quality,” Ms. Eitner said.
NCCF Deputy Director Lauren Kolodij said the federation has worked with other towns around Carteret County on watershed plans.
“A watershed plan position the town to apply for (Environmental Protection Agency) 319 funding,” she said. “It’s not a land-use plan…it’s a plan on how you intend to address stormwater.”
Stormwater runoff is the No. 1 non-point source of water pollution on the North Carolina coast. Stormwater washes over impervious surfaces, picking up pollutants. If it isn’t given the opportunity to infiltrate into the ground, those pollutants are carried to nearby water bodies.
LSDI representatives Johnathan Hinkle said there’s been a substantial increase from 1980-2017 in local shellfishing closures, which have coincided with an increase in stormwater runoff.
“We’ve identified multiple (potential) projects (to improve stormwater infiltration) throughout Atlantic Beach,” Mr. Hinkle said, ranging from installing grass swales to putting in permeable pavement.
He said the plan has a focus on stormwater infiltration projects along the Atlantic Beach Causeway, and other highlighted projects include installing permeable pavement at the Food Lion parking lot in Atlantic Station, creating a stormwater infiltration wetland at Hoop Hole Creek, improving the retention pond at the community park, beach dune infiltration projects in well-developed areas and promoting downspout disconnections.
Mr. Hinkle said community involvement and outreach is a critical part of the plan.
“I want this to be a living document,” he said. “This is a plan, but it may need more projects as time goes on.”
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The trend in outdoor wall lighting today has moved from classic designs to more modern and creative styles. This can be very refreshing for a lot of people who are tired of the same boring look of old fashioned lighting fixtures. This change is most commonly seen on outdoor wall lighting, because the designers of these fixtures are trying to make something unique. In fact, there are so many new things that can be added to an outdoor wall lighting fixture, that you will never run out of options for great-looking lighting devices. Here are some of them:
A good way to change your outdoor wall lighting into something that reflects your personality is to select a more modern design. There are some lovely modern outdoor wall lighting that you will really find intriguing. Some of these may even have a colonial feel to them. You can choose from metal and glass outdoor lights that are truly beautiful.
Another thing that you can do to make your outdoor wall lighting design stand out is to choose a style that is very unique. Something that is not commonly seen will make your home unique and will thus increase its value as well. There are several styles that you can choose from. For instance, you can choose something that combines the rustic charm of chandeliers with the modern convenience of lamps. There are lots of these styles available.
Wall outdoor wall lighting is a good idea because it serves as both accent light. It can easily be placed in various areas around your house. You don’t have to worry about where exactly it should be installed. Since it can be suspended from the ceiling or the wall, you can place it in any spot that you want. This is perfect if you are living in a windy area or if you would like to add a touch of artistic design to your outdoors.
Outdoor wall lighting can also enhance the beauty of your landscape. Since they are mounted on the wall, you can accent or highlight different parts of your landscape. You can choose to showcase your favourite flowers or create a lovely atmosphere with the various colours of the lights. You can also use them to add an element of security. Since they are mounted high up on the wall, there is no way for intruders to sneak in undetected.
Outdoor wall lighting can be used to complement your garden decor. If you have a beautiful deck or patio, then this type of lighting would be perfect for you. You can also use it as lighting for when you have guests over. They will definitely look stylish and elegant hanging from your walls.
Finally, there is also a modern type of lighting that you might want to consider. This one is referred to as post lighting. These are typically found in public structures like post offices, hospitals and other places of work. In fact, these types of lights are commonly seen in hallways and staircases as well. However, you can install them anywhere in your home and they can be used to highlight different sections of your wall or to light a small area.
You can easily find many options when it comes to outdoor wall lighting. There are different styles, shapes and designs that you can choose from. Before you make your purchase, you should first determine where the lighting will be installed. This will help you decide which fixtures to get and how big they need to be to ensure that they will fit. You can also ask your lighting designer for advice and tips on where to place it so you can get the best results. With so many choices, you should not have any problems finding an ideal fixture that can bring out the best in your interior and exterior design.


Different types of jasmine will keep or lose their leaves. Usually, the flowers are white in color, but winter jasmine decorates the garden with bright yellow flowers.
What Does Jasmine Smell Like?
On your terrace or balcony, you are sure to enjoy the scent of jasmine. The “normal” jasmine fragrance is the strongest and is best described as an exotic scent. Once you get used to this scent in your garden, you won’t want to miss it.
What Are Some of the Uses of Jasmine?
Jasmine is used in a variety of products. This is because the plant is known to soothe and calm the mind through its floral scent. For this reason, this plant is often placed in bedrooms.
Many products contain jasmine. Depending on the variety of jasmine, a tea can be made from flower buds or leaves. This tea is known to be effective in relieving fatigue.
Did You Know?
The name jasmine comes from the Persian word “Yasmin”, meaning “gift of God”. This flower symbolizes humility, simplicity, purity, and strength.
Where to Plant Jasmine?
Jasmine can be planted in any soil, from neutral to acidic to calcareous. It is a very gentle plant and can be grown in various places in the garden. Jasmine will also thrive in indoor gardens and patios.
Want to brighten up a boring exterior wall? Jasmine is also an excellent climbing and wall plant. Some species need help to climb. Use plant support and attach a piece of the plant with twine to make it climb.
When planting/transplanting jasmine, choose a sunny location if possible. This will protect the plant from the cold winds in the winter.
Jasmine does well in any soil. When planting, make sure that the hole in the ground is slightly wider than the plant’s root ball. Place the plant in the hole and add garden potting soil if necessary. Press the soil down so that the plant is firmly rooted, and give it plenty of water and, if necessary, additional fertilizer.
How to Care for Jasmine?
Jasmine’s exotic background means that it can do without water for a while, but it is essential to keep the soil from becoming too dry. It needs to retain moisture during the growing season to extract enough energy from the soil to grow. But again, the key here is not to keep the soil too wet. To keep the plant in good condition, it is recommended to fertilize once a month.
Dead leaves and dull flowers can be trimmed off to enhance the beauty of the plant. This will create a glorious sea of flowers in your garden.
Is Jasmine Suitable as a Houseplant?
Jasmine needs a different kind of care as a houseplant. It requires a bright spot, but not too much sun. It grows best in moist soil during the flowering season, and it is recommended to nourish the flowers once every two weeks. It can be purchased at your local florist.
When Can I Start Pruning My Jasmine?
There are many different types of jasmine to plant in your garden. Whether and how to prune your jasmine depends on the variety. Some varieties do not grow as fast as others, so minimal pruning is recommended. Want to know how to prune jasmine? Here are the instructions.
It is advisable not to prune during the flowering period as it will interfere with the growth.
When To Take Cuttings of Jasmine?
Do you want to enjoy jasmine in more places in your garden? Then cuttings are the solution for you. The best time to take cuttings is after the fall-flowering period.
Use shoots that are about 10 cm long for cuttings. You cut the shoots from the mother plant. Then, plant them in a pot with drainage holes and fresh culture soil. Make sure the soil is moist. However, do not over-water the cuttings. Cutting powder can also be added to stimulate the growth of the cuttings.
Do you like jasmine flowers? Let us know in the comments below!


PUERTO DEL ROSARIO
We have transformed a small outdoor space into a charming terrace and chill-out area, in Playa Blanca - Puerto del Rosario. We have completely redesigned the terrace to create two different but still coherent areas: one with an ethnic atmosphere and the other with a more modern and fresh look. From the design and management of the renovation, to the choice of every little detail, we have taken care of the entire project to make sure that our clients would be delighted with the result.
We all know the importance of having an outdoor space when living in the Canary Islands, and no matter the size, the right design can take your experience to the next level.


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Landform Consultants - St Margarets Contemporary Garden design - Ideal for the garden of the house Id like to fix up - Gardening Life
John Davies Landscape is very excited to have been commissioned to create the roof terraces and private gardens for this fascinating new development in Swiss Cottage, Central London.
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Publisher: Design Media Publishing
- Book Category: Architecture and Design
- Format: Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 504
The book is concerned with a relatively new design discipline at the intersection of graphic design and architecture wayfinding. It includes contributions of the best design solutions around the world. The publication gathered a collection of 245 state-of-the-art wayfinding projects from around the globe grouped in parks, education facilities, corporate environments, commercial spaces, hospitality, transportation, health-care, and so on. Testimonies of the various contexts that influence the design and create identity. They are also samples of the multitude of expressions that our world depends upon.


Bass Creek Reconstruction
The Commission is partnering with the City of Brooklyn Park to reconstruct a portion of Bass Creek in 2022., The project will repair eroding banks, open up the tree canopy to support a native plant buffer, enhance aquatic habitat, and improve water quality. The project runs from Cherokee Drive N to just south of I-694, through Bass Creek Park.
Construction started in January 2022 and most of the work except for final site planting should be complete by March 2022.
This work is funded by a $70,000 grant from the Clean Water Land and Legacy Amendment administered by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources, and by the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission.


Piazza Navona- the city square located in Rome on the east side of the Tiber river.
Originally the place was an ancient stadium, where people gathered to watch the games, but in a late 15th century was formed into a shape of public square in a barouque style and until now resambles the shape of a circus.
The plaza was created by erecting municipal buildings, palaces, and edifieces that surrounded the place and added important accentuation, provided a desirable intervals to make its long shape more interesting, but also provided the harnonuous symetry.
Most precious of buildings that were erected during the re- shaping the place were :
Palazzo Pamphili - founded and occupied by Popes Innocent X family designed by Girolamo Rainaldi
St Agnes in Agony - church designed by Francesco Borromini and Girolamo and Carlo Rainaldi.
The square is a very significant example of baroque style public spaces.Consists of three fountains ,the biggest and most grandeur of them is the middle one with the obelisk , famous Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi or Fountain of the Four Rivers by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
The second fountain is Fontana del Moro to the south with a basin and four Tritons sculpted by Giacomo della Porta with Bernini's statue of a Moor, or African, wrestling with a dolphin,
Third of the fountains located to the north end - Fountain of Neptune sculptured by Giacomo della Porta.
Pictures do not reflect the entire beauty and style of this mysthic place .
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Description: Cohesion Land Design creates exceptional landscape designs with respect to a variety of property types that deliver sustainable and responsive outdoor spaces with strong aesthetic value through education and consultation. We design landscapes with community, for community in an effort to embrace the diversity the Okanagan Valley has to offer. We also align closely with community planners and the latest in urban sustainability methods to provide landscapes that promote healthy outdoor spaces. By combining over 30 years of experience in design and service related fields, 20+ years of growing landscapes, construction knowledge and continuing education, this provides a strong background for our growing success.
Our belief is that the process of design should be as exciting and positive as the overall purpose achieved and that artful expression can be sustainably and environmentally respectful.
Description: Be Bolder by Design. Be Braver by Design. Be inclusive by Design.
At Cyan Bold Design, we believe that graphic design has the power to change people's perceptions and bring the community together. We specialize in helping our clients stand out visually from the crowd and making sure your brand is being seen by the right people. It may sound easy, but there is a lot that goes into creating that seamless blend of authenticity, function and style. This is where our expertise comes in handy and we are here to support and encourage you every step of the way. From customer segmentation and competitive analysis to design inspiration and brand blueprints, our approach is all about creating a strong foundation so that your brand can confidently stand out in a world of visual chaos. If you are ready for a braver, bolder, more inclusive visual design experience, let’s chat.


This Black and Blue salvia grows to 1.5 metres tall, and likes sharp drainage and full sun. This stunning perennial can be found in the beds in front of the Pavilion.
Kingdom: Plantae Unranked: Angiosperms Unranked: Eudicots Unranked: Core eudicots Order: Saxifragales Family: Hamanelidaceae Genus: Forthergilla Species: F. gardenii Common Name: Dwarf Fothergilla Where: You’ll find this one growing in front of the Pavilion and this photo shows it aglow in its fall color. About: Fothergilla gardenii is a terrific little shrub. It only grows to about […]
Fall is in the air and it’s a wonderful time to visit the Garden. Come and see: Deciduous trees changing color Busy squirrels, migrating birds, fascinating seeds Giant pumpkins, sunflowers, beehives View from the Welch Rainforest Platform Visit the Native Plant Garden and Rhodo area Participate: Join our Fall Events Play in the Picnic and […]


Would like to carry out some improvements to Shotts Nature Park. We are now seeking your comments about the park:
A woodland creation project has delivered 100 acres of tree planting in West Lothian. The Whitelea Burn woodland creation project was completed earlier this year, providing both environmental and economic benefits to the area.
Local residents are invited to celebrate the official opening of a new improved park in North Lanarkshire. Plains Community Futures, along with the partner organisations that helped develop and deliver the project, will launch the new Stanrigg Park in Plains, North Lanarkshire, with an opening event on 12th October starting at 11am.


Glacier Green Slabs
These striking green and white quartzite slabs will make very unique accent spots, benches or table tops. Perfect for any place you want to make a bold statement.
Stone colors and shapes may vary. For the best idea of what we offer, visit our Courtyard Gardens in Eugene!View All Specimens & Deco Rock »


River Rock Rio Grande
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Rio Grande comes with an alluring mixture of gray, beige, and white colors. River Rock — a full-sized stone with sizes up to 15″ — is meticulously re-created to capture the essence of a river rock with its characteristic shapes and deep naturally rounded stones. Stones are individually selected for their distinct irregularity and unique textural nuances water-worn into the surface.


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A very showy semi evergreen medium sized shrub with the most golden yellow you can imagine as large saucer shaped flowers which smother the bush throughout the summer
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From Cahersiveen, County Kerry.
Ballycarbery Castle has seen many kinds of growth over the years. The current ruins were once a castle, home to the McCarthy family, built around the 15th or 16th centuries. Nowadays it features a different kind of growth as the ruins have become covered in vines and wild flowers. A bit more aesthetically pleasing if less functional!


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Fully double, quartered, mid-pink blooms embellish this upright, dark green leaved floribunda bush giving this rose an old feel. It is a highly fragrant addition to the Parfuma collection of roses with its scent of spicy apples.
|Size — 200mm|
|Growth Height — 80cm|
|Flower Colour — Pink|
|Light Requirements — Full sun|
|Soil Requirements — Special potting mix|
Use a quality Rose mix.
Water deeply until established for the first 6 to 8 weeks.
Cut back one third of the overall size once flowering has finished.
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They’ve just received the plans for the second phase, with the new structures providing additional obstacles & variety to the existing park. The brown sections in the drawing are the existing structures, everything else will be added when building work begins. Once the second phase is complete it will become a similar size to LEAP Parkour Park.
Needless to say that the team at Coatbridge Parkour are excited by the designs. This will be a valued addition to the existing park, but also a significant development for Parkour facilities in Scotland.
GREAT WORK! #ParkourInspiringAGeneration


A SKATEPARK officially opens today after a £70,000 funding boost.
The Big Parks Project skatepark will open in Peacehaven on land donated by Southern Water with the help of Lewes District Council, Peacehaven Town Council, East Sussex County Council and Peacehaven Community School.
“It is already being well used by the community and is a great improvement on the tired equipment that existed before. It is a park for Peacehaven to be proud of.”
The grand opening will be a celebration of the opening of the Big Park.
The new cafe will open its doors, the playground, complete with willow domes and carved dragon will be ready for play and the Zero Degrees Skatepark will be holding a Skate Jam complete with professional skaters, prizes and graffiti art.
There will be puppet shows, face painting and storytelling for the kids and interpretive archaeology, including fire making, flint knapping and a mini dig.
A Masterplan was drawn up by landscape architects Allen Scott Ltd and architects Kaner Olette, comprising of a new cafe, two new natural children’s playgrounds and a revamped community centre. The park was built using a £70,000 donation from Veolia Environmental Trust.
Paul Taylor, the executive director of the Veolia Environmental Trust, which donated £70,000 towards the project, said: “We support community and environmental projects across the UK and it is always great to hear about the opening of one we have helped.”


the polygon garden
customer: family St., spring 2013
The wishes family St. had were obvious. Finally they wanted to have a garden with a nice entrance, with flowering bushes and of course it also had to be easy to be cleaned.
The house itself is lined up in three axes. Therefore it was quite clear that this fact had to be represented in the garden as well. Sandstone columns had been used and so we chose sandstone again.As a next step we had to overcome the difference in height between the house and the street. It was also necessary to design the planted sections in an easy to clean way.
We decided to compensate the height difference with raised beeds. They had to be located on two different levels.
As our customer did not want to use sandstone we had to choose another material. This time we chose quartzite and as palisades we chose yellow granite. In order to structure the space with plants a little bit we used Italian cypresses and as a decoration we positioned balls made of natural stone..
For the shrub bed we used gravel. The choice of colour was red and silver. We decided that the flower colour should be yellow, orange, red and brown matching the sunny environment. It was important for us to use a lot of Pannonian plants, such as achillea, artemissia, irises as well as different kinds of salvia.
The care is only restricted to mowing the lawn and enjoying to the fullest!
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Regeneration of Older Urban Areas initiative (ROUAi)
Examples of schemes
Our work involves working to provide a consistent approach from strategic planning to detailed design
We work with public, private and voluntary sector partners across Hampshire's urban areas, calling on the skills of a wide range of disciplines.
Running over 20 years, the Initiative has experience of planning, designing, managing and maintaining projects.
These are examples of the different types of ROUAi schemes
Providing guidance for long term planning, design and management
Schemes that have been built
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Published at Tuesday, February 05th, 2019 - 17:56:15 PM. slabs. By Rosemarie Weber.
This serves a couple of purposes, first, it give the base materials a good area to sit on, it allows water to pass through its gaps, and it is cheap. If you’re building yourself a patio from slate paving slabs, than you have another plus, if you go to a slate quarry or a place selling slate with access to their own quarry, you can buy both your stones and your sub-base at the same place.
These paving slabs can be made as per ones liking and choice. The flowerbeds can be made while retaining space for the walk ways and sidewalks. These paving-slabs are of importance since they act not just as borders but also functional areas.
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