Tag: Story of a Landscape

Story of a Landscape is a web-exclusive series that gives an intimate look at an inspiring landscape design project from start to finish, including challenges overcome and how to accommodate clients’ requests.

Oldcastle APG

Permeable Pavers In Landscape Projects

Permeable pavers are gaining popularity due to rising municipal stormwater management concerns resulting in more stringent regulations.
Turf DesignBuild

Turf DesignBuild: From Concept To Completion

Turf DesignBuild: From Concept To Completion Spring 2021 • Volume 14 • Number 1 FEATURES COVID’s Effect On Design-Build | Outdoor projects thrived in 2020. Will the...
pool and patio

One Good Job Earns Another… Eventually

A less than stellar backyard layout was transformed to an entertainment oasis with the help of Bahler Brothers, Inc. of South Windsor, CT. How important...
landscape design build

Design/Build Project Expands To Grow With Client’s Needs

What began as one residential landscape project expanded to two distinct areas when the homeowner purchased an adjacent lot. Lindgren Landscape in Fort Collins,...
retaining wall

Block Retaining Wall Saves The Day At Vacation Home

For a central Wisconsin vacation home, Paul's Landscaping of Vesper, WI designed a block retaining wall to replace a failing railroad tie installation. Including...
porcelain pavers

Anchoring Porcelain Pavers In The Windy City

To achieve this project for a high-end apartment building in Chicago, C.R. Schmidt of Warrenville, IL needed to find an effective installation approach. Olivia Lockett...

Story Of A Landscape: Custom Buffet/Water Feature Combo Fits The Bill

A backyard redesign delivers on what the client was looking for, including a custom buffet and water feature combo. Sometimes, getting a job is simply...
New Jersey landscape contractor

Story Of A Landscape: Retrofitting A Senior Living Facility

Crane, Drains Make for a Challenging Courtyard Project Wayne, NJ-based Monello Landscape Industries LLC does everything from private homes to large commercial projects, but the...
University of Mississippi

My Landscape: The Grove At Ole Miss

Featuring 160 trees, this 10-acre area is a daily stop for students and faculty as well as a gathering place for commencement and other...

Story Of A Landscape: Early Involvement Produces Prize-Winning Project

Good communication and planning are what made this project successful for both the client and the contractor.
Vulcan

Proposed Tax Break For Government Snow Removal Equipment In CA

California Senate Bill 546 proposes an exemption from the state sales and use tax for public entities purchasing dedicated snow removal vehicles.
salt

Study Reveals Salt Is “Sleeping Giant” Of Environmental Threats

A recent study shows salt is the sleeping giant of environmental threats to water and soil. Follow these tips for more responsible road salting as part of snow management.

Featured Videos

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spotted lanternfly nymphs

It’s Spring! Get A Jump On Invasive Insects With These USDA Updates

Today's the first day of Spring and along with greening turfgrass, singing birds, and blooming daffodils, are the far less welcome signs of warming temperatures—the return of hungry invasive insects.
Milwaukee Shears

Milwaukee Adds M18 Pruning Shears & ROLL-ON™ 2.5kWh Power Supply

Milwaukee Tool has introduced M18™ Brushless Telescoping Pole Pruning Shears and the new ROLL-ON™ 7200W/3600W 2.5kWh Power Supply.

Techo-Bloc Launches 2024 Hardscape Products & Trends

Techo-Bloc's 2024 theme of "Quiet Luxury" seen in new Caffè Crema color, Natural Stone Collection, and Silver Granite color.
McKay Landscape Lighting

Lighting A Lush Landscape

A “Secret Garden” project focuses on plants as highlights.