GENERAL DESIGN AWARD OF HONOR Columbus Circle, New York, New York Olin Partnership, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1. Project scope: Columbus Circle, born from Frederick Law Olmsted s design concept for Central Park, has been rethought and redesigned many times since its erection in 1905. Located at one of the principal entrances to the Park, Columbus Circle had…
Jeffrey Orkin and Cliff Jones of Landscape Solutions completed a project for us that involved regrading a section of our front and backyard and installing an ornamental garden. We are very pleased with the work that Landscape Solutions has performed. We were impressed by all phases of the work, including the design, the price, and the installation. Through the…
Swipe to view slides A student created plan that starts from the house and works outwards. This student s plan incorporates geometric shapes with straight lines near the home. A skilled designer knows how to successfully break the rules, as this student s plan shows. Rule 1: The House is the Most Important Part of Any Garden You can t ignore it! It s almost always…
The first step is to determine whether you need a gravity wall or reinforced wall. Gravity Wall Reinforced Wall Gravity Wall **Please note that the gravity wall chart provided has specific heights for specific site and soil conditions. If you are not sure of your site conditions we recommend being conservative with your retaining wall heights or use geogrid in…
Concept to completion we are a small boutique custom design installation company. We have a APLD certified in-house designer that will work with you to give you the best possible options for your property. Our vision — is to design and create a unique and personal landscape environment that draws you out of doors and connects you with the beauty of nature. Once…
Shrubs are a key foundation planting for many gardens. They offer structure and organizing points; many also supply year-round color, as well as food and shelter for wildlife. But selecting the right shrub for your landscape and particular gardening need can be difficult. Luckily, the Better Homes and Gardens Plant Encyclopedia provides information that will…
Pristine outdoor spaces in harmony with the natural environment – that is our specialty at Nature’s Image Landscape Design. Exquisite Landscapes to Exceed Your Expectations We’ve spent the last 35 years providing unique solutions for landscaping needs. Whether it’s a secluded outdoor patio to enjoy on a warm summer evening, a tranquil water feature, an intricate…
Line is one of the most important and useful of all design elements. Everything in the garden involves line. Think about the trunk of a tree, the distant horizon, the line created when a lawn ends and the adjacent woods begin. A sidewalk, driveway, or fence is a clear and readily accessible line in the landscape. As you plan and design your garden, always consider…
Few places in the country offer the diversity of landscape design possibilities as southwest Florida. Waterfront areas such as Sarasota or Bradenton even more so as the close proximity to the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico prevent serious frosts even in the odd cold snap. Landscape designs for homes that are on salt water will have to be particularly sensitive…
The Landscape Architecture Division works with the public, other City departments and design consultants to design and prepare construction drawings for the construction of new park projects, renovation of existing parks, and other landscape replacement projects on City property. This Division also administers the Pleasanton Landscape Ordinance and the urban…
It is industry standard to pay for consultations at the doctors office and attorneys (and that’s when you drive to see them) as well as interior designers and many other professionals that you may need experienced help from in order to determine what needs to be done before any work is performed. We have just as many licenses and credentials as they do, so we…
Unlike the nursery or greenhouse industries that require a large capital investment to start, a landscape business requires less start-up funds. However, there are certain legal requirements for someone entertaining the business in terms of permits and licenses that must be obtained. These permits and licenses could result in a considerable outlay of money for…
Landscape Design Ideas Front of House : Successful Backyard
Top 5 Driveway Patterns Landscape designer Scott Cohen shares his five favorite approaches for transforming concrete driveways inexpensively and easily. Length: 02:42 1. Use two types of finishes. Choose two types of patterns or finishes to give your driveway a unique look. In this example, exposed aggregate was used in the fields, and a patterned border was…
Focusing on a world class living environment, a good quality residential area can be highlighted as an important issue in creating a sustainable living environment. However, limited green spaces within the proximity of residential properties are not supporting the landscape space and are not conducive to living space. The aim of the paper is to investigate the…
Dekker/Perich/Sabatini completed numerous on-call landscape architecture projects for the City of Albuquerque beginning in 2009. D/P/S landscape architects and designers worked closely with city staff to scope and estimate each project from design through construction of parks, medians, and wayfinding programs. As part of landscape services provided, the team…
You don t know where to start? Are you just too busy? Don t want to dig in the dirt? No problem! Our professional designers are available to draw a plan and install it for you. Our design team leader, Jeff McCauley, a Dallas native, has been landscaping since his Boy Scout days. Cameron McCauley, Jeff s son, has worked with Shades of Green for several years…
A water-wise landscape is one that is functional, attractive, and easily maintained in its natural surroundings. A water-wise landscape also helps to conserve water. If you live in Utah, you have undoubtedly heard that Utah is one of the driest states in the nation, second only to Nevada. This fact, along with our relatively high level of water consumption and…
Proper design will help ensure a successful and beautiful native plant garden. In this class you will learn how to create a list of goals for your landscape, analyze your site (soils, light, water, drainage, slope, traffic patterns, neighboring conditions, etc.) and perform an inventory of existing features. You will also learn about base maps (what they are…
Most homeowners have some idea of the features they would like to have in their yards and how they want to use them, yet they are often unsure of their choices and how to put it all together in an appealing and functional design. A design theme can offer inspiration and guidance for making decisions about which features to include, appropriate materials, and…
Proper design will help ensure a successful and beautiful native plant garden. In this class you will learn how to create a list of goals for your landscape, analyze your site (soils, light, water, drainage, slope, traffic patterns, neighboring conditions, etc.) and perform an inventory of existing features. You will also learn about base maps (what they are…
10900 Dee Dee Ave Bakersfield, CA 93312 (661) 805-2459 Alex and team did an awesome job with our yard drainage and concrete addition project recently. They were prompt and wow did they get to work right away and had the project completed and our yard looking great in just a day! They were prepared and well skilled and great to work with on what we wanted done!!…
Creating a budget is an importing part of planning your landscaping project. Everyone has a budget so it s important to figure out what is important,says Risa Edelstein, president of the Ecological Landscaping Association. Focus on the functions or areas you re going to use the most or which are driving you crazy and need to fix immediately. Try these tips…
Better Homes and Gardens is America’s most trusted magazine. BHG stimulates creativity, delivers know-how, and surprises you with fresh ideas you can make your own. Features include home building and furnishing advice, food and beverage tips, gardening guidance, lifestyle selections, fashion and beauty recommendations, health and fitness techniques and family…
I have lived at this community for over 15 years. Since that time, the Association/ Provider name locked. has had the opportunity to contract with various landscaping companies to maintain the weekly upkeep of the landscaping. In my opinion, and MANY other homeowners share this, Provider name locked. . Landscaping Company has been the absolute WORST landscaping…
Designing small spaces , whether in a residential or urban area, is not as hard as it may seem. A lot can fit into a small space if designed correctly. Small, intimate spaces can be an ideal way to connect with nature or for a quiet getaway. A few important strategies can be used to get started on designing small spaces in the landscape. First, decide how many…
The Landscape Design and Planning major focuses on the newest integrative process of landscape design and planning needed to reverse the detrimental environmental effects of many past and current practices. Its two tracks, landscape design and landscape planning, give focus to the principal scales of practical landscape architectural applications. Sustainable…
