by Lisa Van Liefde | May 10, 2021 | Landscape Design
During the global pandemic many people have been spending a majority of their time indoors, staring at TVs, computers and cellphones while being bombarded by endless news cycles, online meetings, email and more. This has left many of us feeling the need for an outlet...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jan 7, 2020 | Landscape Design, Natural Stone
From HOUZZ, learn about the 10 ways you can adapt your landscape and create a more environmentally friendly setting for both humans and wildlife. Houzz has many helpful suggestions, including an article on tips for landscape design. Click on the link below to learn...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Apr 5, 2019 | Landscape Design, Natural Stone
This sunken fire pit backyard entertainment area in natural stone is inviting! Sunken fire pit and entertainment areas provide opportunities for intimate seating and a change in the perspective of the landscape. When built with natural stone, they also invoke a...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jan 30, 2019 | Landscape Design, Landscape Stone
Tips for a Successful Landscape Redesign Designing or redesigning your landscape is an exciting adventure! Here are some tips to help your dream garden become reality. Hiring a landscape architect or designer is key to a successful outcome. Lauren Dunec Design shared...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Sep 14, 2018 | Landscape Design, Natural Stone
The fire pit is a warm addition to your outdoor entertainment area! It conjures up such an inviting image: sitting around a cozy fire in your backyard, sipping a favorite drink and enjoying friends and family! There are many different styles of fire pits, using a wide...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Aug 21, 2018 | Cobblestone, Landscape Design
A wide variety of creative material options for garden borders, edges or paths! Reclaimed cobblestone is creative and impressive material to use for garden perimeter border edging or to edge pathways. The image above shows how effective raised cobbles can be to retain...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Aug 1, 2018 | Green-Sustainable, Landscape Design
No matter where you live, isn’t it time to consider a more water-wise and fire-safe landscape for your garden? From our friends at Houzz.com, this article “Fire-Wise Landscapes Can Help Keep Your Home and Property Safe” is full of compelling facts and advice...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jul 25, 2018 | Landscape Design, Landscape Stone
Consider hiring professionals such as a natural stone supplier and contractor to bring your outdoor hardscape or entertainment area dream to reality. Professionals specializing in hardscape – the areas in your yard such as stone, brick, concrete etc., will work...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jun 5, 2018 | Landscape Design, Maintenance
Great ideas from the editors at Houzz.com, including: Set aside a place for sun lotions Area to dry beach towels Check your yard for play equipment safety Set aside a special place for summer crafts To-Dos: Your June Home...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Apr 25, 2018 | Landscape Design, Landscape Stone
Natural stone adds an authentic touch to an outdoor space that nothing else can match. In the book, The Spirit of Stone, landscape designer Jan Johnsen presents a richly photographed guide to the many creative ways that durable stone and gravel can be used in a...
