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.
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Story of a Landscape: New Landscape for Napa Valley Wine Tasting Room
The project bid wasn’t necessarily the lowest, but it was the most-detailed.
Story of a Landscape: Sustainable Driveway Renovation
This contractor-client collaboration includes 1,000-pound horse statues and a driveway makeover.
Story of a Landscape: Urban Backyard Offers Lessons in Access, Drainage
Even though this backyard project was confined by space, it won big awards from the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association.
Story of a Landscape: School District Gets Educated on Sustainability
Landscaping for tomorrow: What started as a maintenance contract has expanded into a long-term sustainability plan for this Illinois school district.
Story of a Landscape: The Importance of Educating Clients
“Walking through another full-scale design-install project raised their comfort level.”
Story of a Landscape: Courtyard Re-Do Fulfills Expectations
Even with some competition and a budget, the team at Landscape Concepts Management in Chicago successfully redesigned this under-used courtyard.
Story of a Landscape: Designing Sue’s Garden at American University
Although small, this project came to life from a generous professor's donation to the university.
Our 11 Favorite Hardscape Projects
Get inspired by these award-winning hardscape projects.
Story of a Landscape: Company Expands Project Portfolio with Backyard Overhaul
A softball team connection turns into a home-run project for this Virginia company.
Story of a Landscape: Lakefront Property Gets Euro-Inspired Makeover
This award-winning property in Cleveland, Ohio overlooks Lake Erie and requires 2-3 days of weekly maintenance.