That’s what Ben and I have on our hands now that our two ridiculous dogs have destroyed every last shred of landscaping that existed in our back yard when we moved into our house in March. We no longer have plants, shrubs, or even grass back there! It’s now pretty much nothing but dirt and gravel; it looks a bit like a third-world country.
Now, anyone who knows me will tell you that I don’t have much of a green thumb; I’m actually more of the black thumb variety. And while I flatter myself that I did a pretty decent job of decorating the interior of our house, I am absolutely clueless when it comes to designing a landscape. I have no idea what grows in Texas soil, what should be planted in sun, what should be planted in shade, what needs lots of watering and what doesn’t, what will stand up to two blundering sheepdogs . . .
So, to save myself the trial-and-error ordeal, we hired a landscape designer to come in and tell us what to do. And boy, did he! Daniel from Colorful Impressions gave us a killer design for both the front and back of our house, keeping our lifestyle and budget in mind. Now all we have to do is make it happen! Our plan is to do things in phases, starting with the back yard — which is in the most dire need of help! So we got started last weekend by doing some planting in the corner of our back yard around our giant pecan tree. Here’s a before shot:
Ick, right?! It was an ugly mess. But after a very productive trip to the North Haven Gardens nursery and a long, hard weekend of tilling, digging, planting, and watering, it now looks like this:
Much better, right?! For those of you interested in this sort of thing, I’ll tell you that we planted yaupon holly, oak leaf hydrangea, spring bouquet viburnum, and — my favorite — an oshio beni Japanese maple that I’ve named Jasper. We also planted lots and lots of little vinca plants, which will hopefully grow into some nice ground cover. The vinca is camouflauged in these shots by the thousands of pecan tree leaves that are falling on it, but you can see it (and the viburnum bushes) a little better in this shot:
The best news of all is that everything we planted is still alive after one week! That’s a pretty big accomplishment for us — both the dogs and we managed to keep from destroying it! We’re so high on our success that we’re already looking ahead to the next project: laying a flagstone patio off of our garage . . .
Yikes. Please pray for us!
(And bonus points to you if you can spot all the dog toys in this shot — I see three!)


Amherstburg Garden Tour
Date: June 17th, 4:00 pm - June 18th, 4:00pm
Venue: Toddy Jones Park
JUNE 17 and JUNE 18 – Take a tour which includes spectacular private gardens and Street of Distinction – The Amherstburg Garden Tour takes place Friday from 4 pm – 8 pm and Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm.
Tickets are $10 per person, available on the day of the tour at Toddy Jones Park, 50 North St., Amherstburg.


Exclusive to ANFIC
Pedigree: Prunus persica x P. davidiana
Origin: Venice, Italy
Compatibility: Compatible with peach, some Japanese plums and apricots. Compatible with most almonds.
Comments: Looks exciting in USA commercial plantings.
Vigour: 120% of Nemaguard peach seedling. Nickels, Hansen, Cornerstone and Barrier most vigorous almond rootstocks.
Suckering: No suckers
ADAPTATION TO SOIL OR CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
Soil adaptation: Good choice for replant sites as adaptation to many soil types and soil problems. Tolerant to calcareous and alkaline soils. Tolerant to waterlogging. Yields equivalent to top 4 almond rootstocks used in California. Rapid root system growth, well branched and deep root system assists in drought tolerance.
Root-knot nematodes: Immune/tolerant


We are committed to the revitalization of our riverfront as a destination place for the region-there's a lot going on now and more is coming! Norristown's EPA Brownfields Community Wide Assessment grants totaling $800,000 have allowed for the completion of key environmental studies critical to the redevelopment of riverfront properties. As property along the riverfront is readied for redevelopment, the path forward for a thriving riverfront is also underway.
Work began on a Riverfront Redevelopment Planning and Feasibility Study spring 2017. The study provides a comprehensive vision for Norristown's Riverfront by investigating both redevelopment opportunities and existing constraints to development, integrating results of related redevelopment and revitalization studies, connecting downtown Norristown to the Riverfront and trail system, and engaging the community in a public participation process. The study develops preliminary design options and promotional plans for the riverfront!
We continue to review the zoning requirements along the riverfront to ensure the implementation of our riverfront vision.
Schuylkill River Trail
The trailhead at Norristown Transportation Center was developed for use by trail users through the cooperation of Municipality of Norristown, Montgomery County Parks and PA Heritage Parks, and SEPTA. Trail users may use these parking facilities at no cost after 5 p.m. on weekdays and all weekend. Visit the Schuylkill River Trail website to learn more.
A Master Plan was developed for the park in 2011 and improvements have been on going - the most recent improvement is the installation of a floating dock. The complete Riverfront Master Plan (PDF) can be downloaded for more detail.


The term finish is used to define the surface texture of a precast concrete, GFRC, or GFRG item. All of the finishes listed below may be used in conjunction with any Ravacast color.
Smooth Finish Base rate
Has slight tonal variances in color and is smooth to the touch. Although precast concrete, GFRC, and GFRG pieces made in this finish are capable of complimenting any style, smooth finish is best utilized when a more modern appearance is desired.
Being the most cost effective solution offered, smooth finish is also a great way to alleviate budget concerns without sacrificing the benefits of incorporating cast stone into your project.
Sandstone Finish* Base rate + (approximately) 15%
Has a varied, speckled appearance and a slight grittiness to the touch (similar to sand paper). Often used in hardscape settings, such as with precast concrete steps, pavers, and pool coping, sandstone finish is a durable option for areas that will be receiving heavy wear.
This finish is also a good choice when a less monochromatic appearance is desired. Due to the etching process used in creating the sandstone finish, light and dark granules in the sand are exposed, revealing a subtle sparkle and adding further variance in color.
Travertine Finish* Base rate + (approximately) 35%
Has random voids and pitting on the surface, much like natural travertine stone. Although, this is generally the most common finish chosen across the board, it is best used specifically when an Old World appearance is desired. Because the travertine finish is produced by hand, each piece has its own unique patterning, further mimicing the look of natural stone.
If you're going for an organic, rustic feel, this is the finish for you. Try a heavy travertine finish for an even more distressed appearance.
*Available in light, standard, and heavy variations.


Unique overlay design that can be applied over virtually any solid surface, to beautify and enhance patios, driveways, and walkways. Choose from a variety of different textures, colors, and designs, to best fit your particular project. Highly resistant to cracking, peeling, chipping and mildew, we back our work with a standard 5 year warranty.
Uro Rock, Uro Tile, Natural Stone, Slate, Random Square, Flag Stone.
mildew, oil, rust resistant
cooler than untreated concrete
very easy to maintain (just hose off soiled areas)
Commonly known as diamond brite, resurfacing your existing pool will beautify and invigorate your patio. With a wide variety of aggregate finishes, we can work together to choose the right scheme to make your dream patio become a reality. Aggregate is unaffected by harsh pool chemicals, we back our work with a standard 5 year warranty
Comfortable on feet


CUSTOM SKATEPARKS DESIGN + BUILD SINCE 1992
Since our first project in 1992, Tom Smithers Skateparks has built over 100 skateparks throughout the North and South Island in
We are gratefully entrusted by the communities and councils throughout the country
Tom Smithers Skateparks works at a wide range of scales, from a reserved small-town society to
high profile skateparks
Our company has extensive experience in different areas such as skatepark design, skatepark construction, landscaping and project management, enabling us to develop any job from start to finish
Our design process involves the different phase of structure, innovation, site sensibility, functionality and durable materials to offer our clients and user groups a facility that exceeds expectations, both now and for years to come.
Our services incorporate a wide range of needs essential to develop landscapes and architecture for riders. We are committed to creating environments that connect people and facilitate a healthy lifestyle.


Day 2 was oh-so-satisfying I couldn’t stop smiling for the rest of the day. Even before 5pm the backyard looked totally transformed with the cistern all finished and sealed, and two whole basins lined with rocks, planted, and mulched. Everyone worked fabulously and seemed to enjoy the whole day. Before I knew it, time was up and we had accomplished way more than I had anticipated. Planting native flowers and grasses is so instantly gratifying, especially here in the desert where greenery is sparse and plant life certainly more subtle. (For great help and a wide selection of native plants visit Desert Survivors.)
Because things went so smoothly I have very little in the way of photo documentation during the bulk of the day’s work. The work mostly included extending PVC pipe to the spigot, cutting inside ABS pipe to length within the cistern, and ensuring that the basin was deep enough to accommodate overflow from the ABS overflow line. Enough technical details. Here are the photos.


Tues – Sat there are tours of the grounds. I had an opportunity to walk through the beautiful gardens, which have plants from many other countries, including a majestic Palm from Israel.
The building is made of Italian marble.
It is a beautiful place of peace in the midst of a hectic world/city
2 photos of the palm
I liked the juxtopsotion of man-made/nature-made in this photo. Smooth Italian marble/crankled Israeli Palm


The team at Artisan by Icon Homes love a challenge and are happy to come up with a
design for any block. To showcase how the design can be shaped to accentuate the
benefits of a sloping site we are proud to present The Scottsdale 45.
Sloping Designs will need to be assessed on a site by site basis


The project includes several sites in urban and rural areas as well as in protected natural and semi-natural areas. The presence and distribution of pollinators is the result of several factors operating at different spatial and temporal scales. The composition and configuration of the landscape influence the dispersal of pollinators in terms of their ability to move and the distance between habitats, as well as the degree of human modification of the surrounding landscape. For example, the distribution of different pollinator species changes in agricultural and urbanised landscapes, and the degree of landscape modification is a crucial factor for the occurrence and distribution of pollinators. For this reason, the project sites were selected according to their location in relation to protected areas such as Natura 2000 sites or other natural or semi-natural remnants. Indeed, in these areas, habitats tend to be larger and better connected, resulting in real pollinator reservoirs for the surrounding areas. The Project actions therefore have the dual objective of improving the protected areas, where appropriate, to strengthen their role as reservoirs for pollinators, and reducing the degree of isolation between them through interventions in the surrounding urban and rural landscape. Part of the project’s protected areas are part of the Natura 2000 network, i.e., sites subject to the European Habitats Directive (Directive No. 92/43/EEC on the conservation of natural and semi-natural habitats and of wild flora and fauna) and/or the European Birds Directive (Directive 2009/147/ EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 November 2009 on the conservation of wild birds). The project sites thus become an integral part of the ecological network and help to improve connectivity between natural areas and increase landscape heterogeneity.


We sat down with the owners of outer spaces to discuss how we could improve on their existing website which we had also built. Although the website was fit for purpose when we built it, it needed to be re-designed with a view to really showing off their domestic and commercial landscape gardening work. Outer Spaces have always displayed at different gardening shows and have won many awards so we wanted the new website to really show off what they have achieved.
We constructed a new website that was easy to navigate and allowed their work to stand out against the best in their industry.
Outer Spaces Landscape Garden Design


The Village of Caledonia, WI, located in the rapidly growing region between Milwaukee and Chicago, working with PDI (Planning and Design Institute) created a comprehensive land use plan to prepare the community for orderly growth.
While preparing the plan, Caledonia created a successful incorporation strategy which changed the community's status from Wisconsin's largest Town to the State's newest Village.
The plan is highly detailed, and includes a series of individual plans tailored to the specific needs of eight separate neighborhoods. The overall plan is designed to preserve the area's natural amenities and rural character, while responding to development along the I-94 corridor.
Special consideration was given to the potential for Tax Incremental Finance (TIF) projects and the creation of a Community Development Authority (CDA).
To ensure that the needs of the Caledonia neighborhoods were met, the planning process involved a community-wide survey, 27 open house meetings (at least three in each neighborhood), and the formation of neighborhood workgroups composed of residents, plan commissioners, and Caledonia board members. In each neighborhood, citizens identified their visual preferences for road views, house designs, commercial building designs, signage, landscaping, and other aspects of the Village's appearance. Detail Maps


Not THAT kind of a pot head – haha. If “I” ran the zoo … I would have a garden design like THIS:
Actually, I would like a few of them to put in a group like this but they don’t have to be exact. I like that he’s got pedestals for some so that they aren’t all the same height etc. and I like that each face is different (as are the plants in the head). It’s kind of like having your very own Mt. Rushmore but with greenery – haha. I found them here: http://stonefacecreations.homestead.com/
What is even MORE fun though … to go through the plant containers here: SHARE YOUR HEAD SECTION.
Talk about unique garden gifts – haha. So who’s with me to be all home and garden in creating a Mr. Rushmore style garden this year?


Alanig le Calvez
For him, the garden is not a “green building”, but a story to tell, for the place and its owner.
His attentive listening of the customers and the site allows him to reveal all the richness of each garden.
Alanig Le Calvez tackles projects of all kinds, from the terrace to the large-scale real estate project.
Its mastery of developments extends through all phases of a project, from design to completion, through the stages of development and application for authorization.


HS662 'The Bawtry'
Headstone 30″ x 24″ x 4″
Base 30″ x 12″ x 4″
Indian York Stone (if available**) £POA
Also available in
Black Granite £1570.00
The addition of moulded edges creates a new dimension to this this peon shaped memorial.
** There is a shortage of Indian York Stone - this product is not always available


Glenn Ticehurst, RLA, ASLA, Principal
A licensed landscape architect and the principal of the firm, Glenn holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architect from both the College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY) and Syracuse University.
Glenn joined Armand Benedek in 1982 and became a partner in 1990. He worked closely with Armand to help to shape the vision and direction of the firm and took over management when Armand died in February 2004.
Today it is Glenn's extensive design experience and reputation that keeps the firm in demand in the world of fine residential landscape design. In the art and science that define the execution of great landscape architecture, Glenn has proven himself to be a true artist.
When not working, Glenn can usually be found fly fishing or relaxing with his family.
Edward Figura, RLA, ASLA, Associate
Ed is both a licensed landscape architect and accomplished artist. His technical expertise and artistic abilities have helped define the work of the firm.
Ed holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the State of University of New York at Purchase and is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects. Ed is also a certified Yoga instructor and enjoys being an outdoor enthusiast along with his family.
Lia Kaufman, Office Manager
Lia is Armand Benedek's daughter, and came to the firm more than 20 years ago at her father's invitation to 'help out'. She never left. Today, Lia is responsible for client relations and account management. She has a B.A. in English from St. Michaels College.
Outside of the office Lia spends time traveling and gardening (an inherited talent). She is proud to be one of the top fund raisers for the American Diabetes Association.
Seth Ticehurst, RLA, ASLA
A graduate of the University of Georgia, Seth holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree. He previously worked for firms in Boulder, Colorado and State College, Pennsylvania. Seth is involved in many of Benedek & Ticehurst's projects from the early preliminary stages to the final completion of the construction.
Seth's love of nature extends to outside the office as well and he is an avid hiker and camper.


I have seen the future of the oceanfront in Santa Monica and it is walkable, drought-tolerant and sustainable!
Tongva Park, which opened last September, is part of the overhaul of the city’s Civic Center area, adjacent to RAND Corporation between Ocean Avenue and Main Street. In fact, the property was owned by RAND, which relocated just south about 10 years ago. Sandwiched between the park and RAND is the Village at Santa Monica, a mixed-use, mixed-income development still under construction that will have hundreds of condominiums and rental apartments, as well as retail space.
So why would a blog about the West, the outdoors and the environment care about this new park?
- Because it’s an extremely pleasant outdoors spot, and something that’ll make one of the most pleasant West Coast cities even more liveable.
- And it’s only a block from what will be the terminus of Metro’s Expo Line light rail from downtown L.A., which is on track, ahem, to arrive in 2016 (keep your fingers crossed). Hoping beyond hope that this will alleviate somewhat the traffic nightmare that is endemic on the Westside.
- Also, I love parks that blend seamlessly into urban surroundings (think Millenium Park in Chicago and the High Line in NYC). In fact, Tongva Park was designed by James Corner, who also created the much-loved High Line.
- Plus, I’m a total Santa Monica geek who actually listens to City Council meetings on Tuesday nights.
- And, of course, #itsmyblogandicanwriteaboutwhateveriwant.
I’ve been keeping an eye on the space — which used to be a parking lot — since I used to live in that area and worked on an infographic on the plan. I just couldn’t picture a park there. I got used to seeing construction and giant trees in pots waiting to be planted. My eyes popped when I saw the finished park a couple months ago. What a stunner.
Tongva’s seven acres are laced with walkways through hillsides studded with a palette of native, drought-tolerant plants. Garden-lovers will geek out at the online planting plans. The highlight of Observation Hill at the top of the park is two steel Slinky-shaped observation decks overlooking the ocean.
Here’s a view of the observation decks from Ocean Avenue:
The park’s benches have nifty tables built into them:
A wall near the restrooms is filling in with vines in a lattice pattern:
Water feature near the Main Street entrance, across from Santa Monica’s City Hall:
Locals may wonder what will become of the iconic Chez Jay, next to the park. The tiny, historic eatery is still there and in fact was designated a local landmark by the city, so hopefully it’ll persevere. There are plans for a walkup window, but I’m not sure where they stand at this point.
Here’s a short video of Weather Field No. 1, 49 stainless steel poles with anemometers and wind vane:
A median down Ocean Avenue in front of the new “village” was recently planted:
Tongva Park makes a nice side trip if you’re on the bike path, or if you’re hanging out on Main Street or the Third Street Promenade. There’s also a playground with a climbing wall for the kiddies.
The park really connects this part of downtown Santa Monica to the oceanfront district. Another project that promises to be an attractive addition is the Colorado Esplanade, a pedestrian-friendly promenade that will connect the Expo station at 4th and Colorado to Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica Pier, and Tongva Park. There’s a nifty interactive timeline on the city’s website that details all these projects, for all you fellow eco-geeks out there.


Hlohovec is located in the heart of Lednice-Valtice area. One of the most valuable historical and cultural wealth of the Czech Republic. For centuries it was built by the Liechtenstein family, one of the oldest and richest Austrian families. This landscape has an area of 283.09 square kilometers, which is one of the largest man-modeled areas in Europe. It is impressive mosaic of parks, gardens, ponds, rivers and forests full of statues, mansions, cathedrals, chapels and colonnades. In 1996 it was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.More informations about Lednice-Valtice area.


Vintage-inspired mosaic tables, usually including elaborate ceramic tile layouts, instill your yard with imaginative panache. These tables attract motivation from Moorish as well as mediterranean impacts, including a touch of quaint beauty. Mosaic tables are best for showcasing potted plants or holding tiny events.
Rustic wood benches are a staple of typical yard layout. Their simpleness as well as all-natural charm produce a simple beauty that flawlessly matches the exterior environments. Area wood benches along paths or under curving creeping plants, supplying seating for silent representation as well as leisurely walks.
Rock yard accents, such as rock benches or pedestal tables, rattan sofa set stimulate a feeling of background and also durability. These items perfectly mix with the building aspects of your yard, producing an ambience that carries you to a various age. Select rock furnishings with elaborate makings or inscribed information to improve the aesthetic charm.
Rustic wood benches are a staple of standard yard layout. Integrate classic yard statuaries and also sculptures to include an air of class to your yard. Developing timeless yard appeal with conventional yard furnishings changes your outside room right into a sanctuary of beauty as well as harmony. Whether it’s a functioned iron collection, a rustic wood bench, or a rock yard accent, the standard furnishings in your yard ends up being a canvas for developing memorable minutes and also catching the significance of classic appeal.
Developing timeless yard appeal via standard yard furnishings changes your exterior room right into a sanctuary of sophistication and also peace. Each thoroughly picked item narrates of ageless charm as well as workmanship, welcoming you to decrease and also appreciate the basic enjoyments of life. Whether it’s a functioned iron collection, a rustic wood bench, or a rock yard accent, the conventional furnishings in your yard ends up being a canvas for producing memorable minutes as well as catching the significance of classic attraction.
Arbors with integrated seats supply a charming setup for your yard. Select an arbor with a bent bench that twists around the framework, developing a comfy space. With time, climbing up creeping plants as well as growing blossoms can wrap up the arbor, improving the standard visual and also giving color.
Cast light weight aluminum restaurant collections supply the appeal of functioned iron with the included advantage of being immune and also light-weight to the components. These collections frequently include complex patterns as well as fragile describing similar to typical European coffee shops. A restaurant established put right into an edge of your yard develops an intimate area for silent discussions as well as tea.
Integrate timeless yard statuaries as well as sculptures to include an air of class to your yard. Elegant numbers, mythical animals, and also elaborate water fountains admire the art and also society of past ages. These sculptures act as centerpieces and also boost the standard setting of your outside area.
In this short article, we’ll discover the globe of typical yard furnishings and also just how it can develop a setting of traditional yard appeal that welcomes leisure as well as consideration.
A properly designed yard provides a tranquil getaway, a relaxed sanctuary that flawlessly combines nature as well as design. Standard yard furnishings improves this experience by instilling the area with ageless appeal and also a feeling of background. In this short article, we’ll discover the globe of standard yard furnishings and also just how it can develop an atmosphere of timeless yard beauty that welcomes leisure as well as reflection.
Wrought iron yard furnishings has actually long been connected with ageless beauty and also resilience. Traditional functioned iron collections, including stylish contours and also elaborate styles, include a touch of elegance to your yard. Go with a functioned iron table bordered by matching chairs, producing a welcoming place for outside eating or early morning coffee.


About the Project
The Shagbark Nature Park initiative involves the rehabilitation of a Town owned municipal nature area. The long term vision is to preserve the existing Maple/Beech forest and rehabilitate surrounding lands to increase the extent and diversity of the woodlot.
The Club has worked with the Town of Fort Erie to establish a new parking lot, signage, trail blazing and several plantings to rehabilitate the property.
Click to learn more about the Shagbark Nature Park Initiative PDF
Planning a Visit?
We have some great resources below to support your trip to the Shagbark Nature Park.
The Shagbark Nature Park


Limerick smarter travel project approved
ECOFACT has been assisting Limerick City & County Council with the design, planning and environmental assessment of the Limerick Smarter Travel project. We prepared the Natura Impact Statement and Ecological Impact Assessment for a revised design for Route 2 of the proposed scheme earlier this year, and this has now received full approval from An Bord Pleanála.
We are the largest independent environmental and ecological consultancy in Limerick City
This planned development will run along the Lower River Shannon and will consist of a shared walkway and cycle lane, and will allow commuters to commute from the City Centre to the University of Limerick, along the Park Canal and River Shannon. It will be starting construction later this year. We have just commenced a pre-construction bat survey of the affected area.
Some of the surveys we completed to inform the Appropriate Assessment process included a habitat survey, non-native invasive species survey, and otter survey. During the assessments we identified areas of the priority EU Annex I habitat ‘alluvial forest with Alnus glutinosa and Fraxinus excelsior (Alno-padnion, Alnion incanae, Salicion albae) (91E0). The proposed combined cycleway and pedestrian walkway will carefully avoid the areas where this protected habitat occurs, and a range of other construction and operational phase mitigation measures have been included in the revised design to ensure that significant impacts on the Lower River Shannon candidate Special Area of Conservation are avoided.
ECOFACT have also been involved in other element of the Limerick Smarter Travel Project, including the Canal Refurbishment Main Contract and Rhebogue Neighbourhood Greenway.
For further information please see the following links:-
- Limerick Smarter Travel
- Infrastructure for Limerick Smarter Travel Project
- Natura Impact Statement for scheme
- Alluvial woodland along the Lower River Shannon
We are the largest independent environmental and ecological consultancy in Limerick City, and work throughout Ireland and Northern Ireland. If you have requirement for an ecological impact assessment or Natura Impact Statement, please do not hesitate to contact us at +353 61 419477 or email us at email@example.com.


Design & Installation
Whether you are looking for lighting design services for your home or business, Nite Lites Outdoor Lighting can handle all of your unique lighting needs.
Serving Birmingham, Alabama and surrounding areas, we have years of experience designing residential landscape lighting plans. Outdoor lighting is all we do so when it comes to installation you can sit back and relax knowing that we have over 20 years experience implementing the best installation techniques. Our production team works closely with the design team to make sure your fixtures are installed exactly to spec according to your custom design.


New Build, Old & New Building Material
Recently completed in the Waikato, this Precast Panel project is a weekender for our clients. Compact on accommodation, big on hobby space the design 'imagines' conversion of an old Kiwi Woodshed. External Precast Panels have a creosote weatherboard aesthetic or an aged patina, Re-cycled timber beams are exposed to provide connection to the 'old' building elements. The Open-plan living space is centred around an over-scale concrete fireplace.
So many recycled features in this build. Our client was intrepid in her pursuit of the right elements to add to the design. We are loving the choice of recycled timbers as sarking and feature cladding.
The 'Woolshed' is found as you would expect, against a tree-line windbreak, across a concrete panel footbridge at the bottom of the paddock.
The Landscape Consultant is enthused with created an 'aged' garden - complete with the old picket fence feature which will be planted with a rambling rose. We wonder who will be the first to suggest it's time to 'paint the fence'.
For more information about this project, or to begin a special project of your own please contact us.


We work closely with you and your architect or home designer on building the home of our dreams. We can also help you pick the perfect piece of land, assemble a strong design team, typically comprised of an architect or home designer, landscaping designer and interior designer, to make your dream home a reality.
We bring your vision to life through premium, quality construction. Much like the performance artist who “makes it look easy” or the painter who painstakingly paints the layers and underpinnings of a masterpiece so that in an instant you can see the greatness of their work, it is our attention to detail that coalesces into a beautiful, soundly built home. We build functional art.
Every Skilltech project comes together in a well organized, highly communicated critical path and is built with a sense of urgency, resulting in a smooth and steady progression of your project, real-time budget controls and on-time delivery of your new home.


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Adelaide's River Torrens is not a fast flowing river. Water is dammed at various points along the river to create lakes and wetlands; the Torrens' Lake in the City being a prime example.
Further downstream the river is almost dry for much of the year, but recent work has been done to develop a series of wetlands like this one upstream from Henley Beach Road.
Now work is being done downstream from there to create another. This is the second stage of the Breakout Creek Wetland project.
This construction stage includes the excavation of 60,000 cubic metres of material to shape the wetlands and the builing of two concrete weirs. Over the next two years the wetands will come alive with the planting of 60,000 local native plants.
Viewing platforms, jetties and boardwalks will be built to provide opportunies for fishing and bird watching.
A brochure on the project can be downloaded here.
The ABC Wednesday meme was created by Denise Nesbitt. To find out more about ABC Wednesdays and see other participants' contributions click here


Gardening is usually considered one of probably the most enjoyable, stress-free and fulfilling belongings you can perform. It truly is amongst those tasks which you are only minimal by an exceptionally couple of thing. Your limits may be area, time and source, but under no circumstances your creativeness. Irrespective of these several restriction, you may even now build the thought yard that you just and many others can delight in. Whether you plan brandon foster from plant pots or from the raised mattress, your finest obstacle may be getting begun.
Just before you start designing or breaking ground for your yard, developing a listing of concepts of what you want to plant and sizing your gardening is going to be. A different point to take into consideration is definitely the form of ground or land that you’ll plant on. Some worries could be would be the floor leveled? Are there rocks, stumps or weeds that will have to have your initial interest. While these could possibly be some issues, it should not hinder you out of your completing your garden.
By studying this information, many concerns for building your yard is going to be dealt with.
What Measurement of My Yard Are going to be?
There is often lots of factors to think about with regards to the size of one’s backyard garden. Below are a few elements to think about: Will you have adequate time to commit toward your backyard garden? Would you I have to place and terrain to mature the type of garden you happen to be planning? And will I’ve ample money not simply for my back garden, but plenty of for unforeseen alterations?
Another thing to keep in mind is, when you are functioning in minimal place this could unintentionally have an effect on your designs. If this is the circumstance, then you definitely may well need to seem into applying containers which include pots or portable planters. There may be also the choice of working with vertical house. For those who have that possibility, you’ll be able to cling your gardening from the ceiling or spot them on shelves. An additional option is usually trellises, when you are working with compact plants.
On the flip side, growing a back garden in a substantial space will poise its personal difficulties too. If planting in the huge area, water thing to consider is vital. The amount of h2o will you utilize and when to water your backyard garden? In case you program to plant an assortment of greens in your garden, it might be smart to hunt out aid should you are certainly not certain about companion planting. In doing so, you’ll have knowledge to what crops or vegetable increase properly with each other.
With gardening within a tiny or significant place, your biggest commodity you’ve is time. By planning the amount of the perfect time to start off your gardening and completing your venture, will finally be primarily based on your availability. By acquiring a scaled-down yard, you may have the posh of finishing sooner than a larger one particular and making the most of what you have grown sooner. A bigger backyard can supply the exact same enjoyment, but at a possibly a lot longer time. Last of all, regardless of size gardening necessitates the perfect time to for upkeep and treatment.
What sort of Floor I am Performing With?
Lots of individuals who choose to mature a backyard garden are inclined to use a comparatively flat yard for gardening. Some residences you may see that are gardening are in suburban or urban locations. Regardless of whether the terrain is just not ideal, gardeners have planted on hilly and sloping floor far too. While you may very well be conscious, it is actually much simpler to plant on grounds which can be leveled. A single advantage to gardening on leveled grounds is, effectively you h2o your backyard, as well as your floor could become improved saturated. Though gardening on a hilly or sloped terrain can maybe existing quite a few worries. Amongst all those worries might be lousy h2o saturation. Regardless of how substantially h2o is utilized, it’s going to drain during the path on the sloped spot.
If you are working which has a hilly space, if at all possible it is possible to add soil to the floor to level it out some. If it is bumpy, you can want to fill in people depressions. Just recall, usually do not compact the soil that it will have an impact on the ground’s ability to retain drinking water.
For sloping places, they’re much less difficult to operate with, so you can function with them while you would a flat area. Sloping areas will require some exclusive interest in relation to drinking water irrigation. Make certain that you drinking water your back garden with a slope in the major and that you might have fantastic h2o drainage for the base with the slope.


ADOPTION OF ENFIELD'S BLUE & GREEN STRATEGYNotice ID: WAT2128268
ADOPTION OF ENFIELD'S BLUE & GREEN STRATEGY
Notice is hereby given that Enfield London Borough Council has adopted a new strategy on the delivery of blue and green infrastructure.
"Enfield's Blue and Green Strategy: Valuing our Parks, Trees, Open Spaces, Routes and Watercourses"
This document sets out our 10-year strategy to protect, maintain and expand Enfield's network of blue and green assets, with an ambition to become the greenest of all London boroughs.
The strategy will also be used to guide the provision of blue and green infrastructure - parks, rivers, gardens, woodlands, canals, wetlands, allotments and playing pitches - in association with future development and investment to address deficiencies across the borough. Some of the key projects of the strategy include:
* Enfield Chase - over 300 hectares of new publicly accessible woodland and rewilding initiatives;
* provision of new world-class sporting facilities at Enfield Playing Fields, Hotspur Way and Firs Farm;
* expansion of the borough's cycle and pedestrian network, including to and from the Lee Valley Regional Park and other key destinations;
* Green Loop - a new circuitous route along the river valleys to link east-to-west and north-to-south;
* grey-to-green gateways - a series of public realm interventions in and around our town centres;
* an ongoing programme of wetland projects to restore Enfield's urban rivers; and
* landscape restoration of historic parks and gardens at risk.
The strategy replaces the existing Parks and Open Space Strategy and updates the objectives of the Biodiversity Action Plan in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the threats arising from climate change.
The strategy and supporting documents are available to view or download from our website at
Copies of the documents are also available at our borough's hub and community libraries.
The strategy is the result of extensive public consultation (November 2020 - January 2021) and preparation.
We will use this strategy to work with residents, community groups and other stakeholders to decide on more detailed action to maximise the multi-functional benefits of Enfield's blue and green assets. ,


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If you are building a patio area, there are various sorts of products that you can use. However, there are a few crucial points to consider prior to selecting a product. These include price, upkeep, style and longevity. Natural stone is just one of one of the most prominent selections for outdoor patios. It is a resilient product and can be discovered in various shades as well as dimensions. This stone is also very simple to collaborate with. It is perfect for patios as well as walkways since it is fairly flat. Utilizing a penetrating sealant will certainly assist protect against dampness damage. Sandstone is another prominent alternative for outdoor patios. It is generally made use of in the Southwest, and also is extremely sturdy. It has a variety of hues and is excellent for locations with water attributes. This material is additionally very porous, so it stays cooler in hot weather. Sedimentary rock is an additional sort of rock that is prominent for patios. It is a light-colored rock that is available in a variety of textures and surfaces. It is additionally sturdy, yet is not as varied as sandstone. The shade variety is not as varied, yet it is still a very appealing rock. Granite is likewise an exceptional choice for patios. It is resilient, very easy to deal with, and can be formed to produce any type of type of style. It is really expensive, so it is typically used for highlighting instead of covering a huge area. If you wish to make use of a rock for your patio, the most crucial thing is to find a product that will certainly work well for your scenario. You should always speak with your local patio area professional or vendor. They can encourage you on what is finest for your home and also the environment in your area. They can likewise offer an example of the readily available rocks. If you are constructing a patio area in a chilly climate, you might intend to choose a material that is much more resilient to freezing temperatures. Slate can work effectively in these problems, yet you ought to prevent Argilite, which is a metamorphic stone. It was when a shale that was converted into a rock. It will not perform in addition to marble. It is additionally susceptible to cracking in chilly climates. Bricks can be a good selection if you are developing a patio in a shady component of your yard. These products are also extremely low-maintenance, yet they can get filthy easily. They are likewise easy to replace when they are harmed. They are easily cleaned up with a yard hose pipe. For an extra contemporary appearance, porcelain tiles are a good option. These are made of a blend of sand and also clay as well as are heated until they are solidified. The finish is not glossy, so they mimic the appearance of marble outdoors. If you favor something extra conventional, you can choose a grey poured concrete. The materials that you use for your patio will certainly mirror the style of your house, along with your personality. There are lots of options, consisting of natural rock, granite, pavers, as well as porcelain. Depending upon your budget plan, you can additionally go with a precast rock.


October 22, 2014, We took a day trip to San Saba, Texas while staying in Llano. We had been told that there were some really nice Bridges in that area, but we were pleasantly surprised by the flowers and other plants that were in the Mill Creek Pond City Park.
As you know I can’t resist a beautiful blossom or two, so here is an example of some of what we found. Enjoy!
Mill Creek Pond Park


Pencil sketches by Charleston-born architect William Martin Aiken. Primarily images of buildings and architectural elements in Boston, Charleston, Atlanta, Virginia, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Montreal, and Quebec City.
Pencil sketches and occasional watercolors by Charleston-born architect William Martin Aiken. Primarily landscapes and sketches of architectural elements in Boston, Mass.; Newport, R.I.; Brookline, Mass.; White Mountains, N.Y.; Chateaugay, N.Y.; and Quebec, Canada.


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Look at these projects. Some people have difficulty believing these are even the same places, but look carefully at the background and you can tell that they are. That’s the type of transformation Fruition delivers.
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When you cherish the outside, then it’s essential to consider adding a garden gazebo to the landscape style of your home. This would enhance the look and charm of your backyard that can be used throughout functions to entertain relatives and buddies. Before you decide to assemble or buy a gazebo, it’s critical to generate necessary strategies so your gazebo compliments the look of your house or the existing landscape design. Home design specialists recommend that you study completely on gazebo facts so you spruce up the style of your yard. Garden gazebos are ideal areas for relaxing and breathing clean air outside of the primary house. You may take a good book, drink some hot coffee or tea or simply do anything relaxing. The importance of planning is it will help you identify the main objective of producing a gazebo. For instance, other people prefer using the gazebo for unwinding purposes while some use it as a stunning decoration to accentuate the appearance of their specialty garden. Knowing the purpose of developing a gazebo will go further in helping you to decide on the size, shape and also the supplies you’ll require when developing one.
For people who have no idea what garden gazebos are, there are various gazebo information offered in the net. These items are what you call those house-like or covering improvements to your gardens. The popularity of garden gazebos has escalated through the years. Home owners nowadays have taken to working with garden tents into their backyard. There are several types of tents to choose from. There are those which are created from brinks, some are made from plastic, and there are even those that are created from cloth or heavy fabrics. People often get or set up gazebos for several reasons for instance for events or just for adornment.


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There are many different reasons for you to have a garden. To begin with, gardens are pretty much the perfect setting that you can have in your house for a good peaceful time. All you need to do is make sure that your garden is the perfect combination of all kinds of things from non living to living beings. You just have to make sure of the fact that you get what you have always dreamt of in terms of the perfect garden. There are many elements in a garden that make it perfect, and you have to make sure that you go the extra mile while planning yours with the garden hose reviews.
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Shinjuku Gyoen is a must visit park in the centre of Tokyo.
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THE COLOSSUS OF VILLA DEMIDOFF -VAGLIA, ITALY
Commissioned by Francesco I de’ Medici in the 16th century Villa Demidoff and the nearby Villa di Pratolino took over 12 years to complete. The end result was a stunning near-labyrinth of natural caves, lakes and massive sculptures. Of the statuary, the 16th century “Appennine Colossus,” is the main focal point of the landscape. Hesits atop a grotto in apparent anguish at his fate.
After changing hands a few more times, the wild grounds eventually fell into the hands of the government of Florence, who operated the area as a public park during the spring and summer months.
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Design is so much more than style. Our homes are sacred places. That’s why, for us, the design process is anchored in an understanding of how people live. Style reflects how well we’ve come to know the people for whom we work. Together with our team of designers, 2H creates and enhances living spaces that bring comfort and purpose. We work to integrate function and meaning in ways that allow people to live beautifully and authentically.
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We are a strong interior design team with a multi-faceted skill set and a global point of view. Our approach is informed by strong foundational knowledge in architecture and landscape design, enabling us to collaborate effectively and productively with other professionals.
As a mid-sized, tightly knit group, we are big enough and small enough to provide a broad knowledge set and deep experience to each project. Most importantly, we are energized by working closely with each client to understand and translate their unique needs and visions to bring them to full beautiful life.


If you longing to embellish your home or even add elegance to your garden, you can use contemporary lighting. By adding the said illumination, you can easily transport life to the installed place to a great extend and can also add natural extensions of the home.
The product is extensively accepted for the features like sleek design, efficient functionality, easy installation and minimize maintenance. Energy efficient is one of the duct advantages of the contemporary lighting for which is installed in both interior and exterior area. Manufactured using state-of-the-art technology, the contemporary lighting also brings increase pleasant and delightful ambiance where installed.
People beget different motives behind installing the modern lighting. Some feel that lighting would help to make the environment safe and secure, where as alot of the common mass feel that lighting can bring life in the evening. In totality, it is said to be the best tool that container opheffen worn to bring up extended living atmosphere. Aside the mentioned notions there are including different objectives of installing outdoor lighting these are mentioned below:
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Landscaping is when the individuals can plant more trees on their garden so that they can change the nature of their land and make it look more beautiful. A person may get several benefits when they do landscaping on their land. One of the advantages that a person can get may include that they can be able to regulate the temperatures in their area. When the people plant more trees on their garden they will make the area to have cooler temperatures at all times. Landscaping helps to make the area to be habitable since the temperatures will not be too hot and the people can survive in such temperatures. Landscaping can help people to be more productive because the temperatures will be cool and will allow them to do a lot of work within a short period.
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Seoul is not known for it eco-friendly building designs, but a couple of buildings I encountered recently, which have significant green roofs, have made me thinks that there may be hope yet for this city.
A Green roof according the Wikipedia:
A green roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and soil, or a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane. This does not refer to roofs which are merely colored green, as with green roof shingles.
The most significant benefit of green roofs are:
- Reduces cooling cost in the summer
- Reduces the city’s average temperature
- Reduces stormwater run off
The best known green roofs are Chicago City Hall, The GAP Headquarters and Ford Motor Company’s River Rouge Plant.
Yesterday I visited the new offices of Daum Communications, the distant-second-but-nicer-place-to-work Korean portal site (#1 is Naver.com). It is housed in the newly completed Ilshin building in Hannam-dong which is also the home to the Italian embassy. On the roof of the building I was surprised to discover a green roof. The chairman/CEO of Ilshin Spinning, Kim Young Ho, the building’s owner, is no stranger to design and architecture, having graduated with an architecture degree from Pratt in NY, and served on the board of the Korean Institute of Architects and also know for his formidable modern art collection. The anecdote recounted by one of the Daum staff was that he delayed the opening of the staff cafeteria on the 2nd floor of the this building because he was not happy with the design of trays.
A couple of weeks ago, I found myself at Ewha Womans University (Note: “Womans” is not a misspelling), one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Korea. I was very impressed by their recently completed the Ewha Campus Complex, which was designed by French architect, Dominique Perrault. The building itself unnoticeable at first glance since it is half buried in the ground, but this makes for an impressive green roof.
Ground was recently broken for Dongdaemun Design Plaza, which replaces the aging Dongdaemoon Sports Complex. The London-based architect Zaha Hadid was awarded the commission following an international competition. The most prominent feature of the design is its fluid surface green roof that weaves and connects the various part of the design.


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Landscape Design Process
1. Site Visit & Consultation: We will visit the site of your potential landscaping project and do a preliminary walk-through and discuss your ideas, goals and budget. We will take measurements and gather any other information we may need to prepare your plan.
2. Design Preperation: Using the information gathered in the consultation, we will sketch out a design, giving you an idea of what the project will look like. From here, we can alter and change the design in any way you see fit.
3. Specifications: Once you are satisfied with the design, we'll decide on specific materials that fit your personal style and needs.
4. Estimate: Once the details are set in stone, we'll prepare an estimate in document form. It will contain the materials, scope of work, and cost.
5. Installation & Follow Up: Once you have approved the estimate and all the details, we will begin to gather all materials necessary for your project. Construction will as soon as our schedule and weather conditions allows. We will work to ensure that the final project is something you are extremely proud of.
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The Crags are to get a share of a £340,000 Sport England funding pot as part of the initiative to turn the area into a country park to help get people fit and active.
Doncaster Council has secured the ‘rejuvenation’ funding from Sport England, to be shared between 15 park areas across the borough.
And Conisbrough and Denaby have two pots of the cash – with funding for improvements to both the Crags and the old Flower Park at Denaby.
Conisbrough ward DMBC councillors Lani Mae, Nidge Ball and Ian Pearson have said that they will work closely with the Friends of The Crags, as well as local residents and groups, to direct the cash.
Led by former councillor Tony Sellars, the Friends have been instrumental in highlighting The Crags as an outstanding area of natural beauty and immense history, in the effort to make a lasting public amenity for all from an area which has been plagued by crime and anti-social behaviour.


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Your home is more than just an edifice, it functions as the backdrop to the triumphs, tribulations, and day-to-day routine of your life. Because of this, we believe you deserve a home that reflects your unique spirit – a home conceived through personal reflection, thoughtful design, and quality craftsmanship.
We have devoted ourselves to transforming this belief into a reality by combining architecture, interiors, and landscape design to create a holistic approach to realizing homes that surprise and delight our clients.
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We are distinguished by our creative problem solving, attention to detail, and continual striving for beauty. Over the last decade, we’ve fine-tuned our three-phase process that begins by exploring a range of design possibilities, continues with the detailed documentation of the project, and concludes with the administration work necessary to deliver the finished home.
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In 2006, with a keen eye toward the future, the City of Revere designated Eurovest as its private sector partner to lead a Growth District revitalization and create a vital new mixed-use experience at the heart of Revere’s beachfront. Eurovest and Revere’s Economic Development team, along with the very best planning experts, collaborated over many years with federal, state and local officials to define a strategic direction and special vision for the area. Eurovest then teamed with Arrowsteet, award winning international architects and urban planners, to develop the Master Plan and Smart Growth guidelines for Waterfront Square. The team also includes experts in a range of disciplines, all working together with an uncompromising commitment to create a project that will stimulate growth and act as a true economic engine for the region.


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Fittings are waterproof and impact resistant, and allow for a highly creative approach to illuminating any alfresco space. We offer a bespoke design service and will advise upon the best available options.
Lights are easily incorporated into our parasols, awnings or structures. Up-lighting beneath parasols or awnings creates soft ambient lighting and illuminates the cover.
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Melbourne couple, Carl and Maria, will go to great lengths to better engage with their garden.
Even if that means knocking down the family home and starting again. It sounds extreme, but this is no ordinary garden. With three young children at home, the couple want a space that offers plenty of opportunities for play, with an array of native plants, all centred around the main attraction – a natural bush billabong.
But a block in the heart of the city isn’t exactly the prime location for such a garden. Their plans for a chemical-free pool, which will mimic the systems found in nature, will require a great deal of infrastructure and a solid understanding of the biology involved.
Carl and Maria turned to landscape designer, Phillip Johnson, to tackle their ambitious project. Phillip is renowned for sustainable and naturalistic Australian gardens and his very own, ‘Billabong Falls’ was the inspiration for Carl and Maria’s bush garden.
Even with Phillip’s expertise, this is no simple transformation. It’s something that landscape gardener, John Couch knows only too well. John spent ten years converting an uninspiring suburban backyard into an amazing tropical oasis. Just fifteen kilometres from Carl and Maria, John has literally modified the climate in his garden for the tropical plants from Queensland to adapt to the much colder winters in Victoria.
The spectacular result surprises host, Michael McCoy, who has never seen anything like it in a bustling metropolis like Melbourne. Carl and Maria will face a similar challenge, manipulating microclimates to build their billabong garden. But with space also an issue, can they really bring the beauty of the Australian bush to the suburbs?
Production credits: Supervising Executive Producer, Frances O’Riordan. Executive Producer, Jane Rowley, Series Producer, Leisa Pratt.


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You don’t want to kill them. In fact, you find them kind of cute. But your yard … While they’re not here to eat your plants, moles are notorious for adding their own personal touches to your landscape. These busy little critters can tunnel up to 15 feet per hour. Upending your soil and adding…


Thinking of working from home? Looking for your own quiet sanctuary to escape to? Or maybe you’re in need of a playroom for the children? A custom-built Garden Room may be the answer!
With your very own tailor-made Garden Room, designed exactly to your personal needs and chosen specifications, you’ll find the possibilities are limitless. The addition of an extra space will also increase the value of your property. Under permitted development rights you probably won’t even need planning permission for a Garden Home.
At Richard Cree Ltd, each Garden Room we manufacture is created using the highest quality products and materials; not only this, but each installation is undertaken by experienced professionals, passionate about the work they do.
When finished, you will have a durable, long-lasting and attractive alternative to a home extension. Something you can have as either the focal point of your garden, or neatly tucked away into a confined area.
Our team of designers and architects will guide you every step of the way, from the initial ideas stage right through to the project’s completion, we’ll be on hand to discuss your ideas and answer any questions!


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Important Park Rule: Millennium Park is one of the largest and most beautiful parks in West Michigan. The park and parking lot are filled with flowers and grasses which are part of protected areas for the Kent County Parks and Rec Department. You can help maintain this beautiful space by avoiding walking through meadowlands and remaining on designated pathways. Please help share with fellow athletes and spectators.
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Site Development and Master Planning
WestLAND Group delivers a broad range of civil engineering and site development services to a broad range of clients across a multitude of industries. We pride ourselves on finding creative, innovative and cost effective solutions to our clients’ requirements every day. Integrating our technological expertise in the conceptual and preliminary design phases enhances design solutions and reduces cost through the lifecycle of the project.
At WestLAND Group we understand that the success of your project becomes our responsibility when you select us to design, permit, or manage your project. Our reputation is built upon a solid foundation of innovative solutions, rock-solid dependability, and uncompromising service. WestLAND Group has the expertise and proven track record to help you plan, design, and successfully complete your next project.
Land Use Entitlements
The WestLAND Group partners with our clients and their vision at the beginning stages of development to carefully guide and traverse through a successful entitlement process. You can trust that we have the depth of experience, knowledge, and lasting relationships with the local agencies to ensure that your vision comes to fruition.
We take pride in applying sustainable design principles to our design projects, augmenting traditional site construction documents. Our firm combines traditional site development design experience with expert application of Low Impact Development techniques. Our staff is experienced in applying LID critieria to development and re-development projects in a cost effective manner, especially in the areas of hydrology and water quality.
Our project team works closely with the owner, architect and landscape architect to maximize the sustainable elements of site features and to incorporate additional LID measures in a seamless manner
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- Earthwork Quantity Estimates
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- Utility Services Capacity Analyses
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- Development Master Plans
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- Phasing / Lotting Studies
- Design Studies / Site Plans
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From beautiful Water features to extravagant Waterfalls.
We create sanctuaries you will love to come home to and enjoy.
Everything from Natural Stone Walls, Stepping stones, Rock Gardens to Pathways.
Raised Flower Beds are a great way to create separation between your yard and garden.
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Our team has schooled and trained professionals with 6 years of German Landscape training. We take our profession very serious and leave our customers satisfied.
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Seaside, Florida | The Town of Seaside
Tours in development:
Hewitt, New Jersey | Upper Greenwood Lake (Driving Tour)
Maui, Hawaii | The Town of Lahaina
New York, New York | The Chrysler Building
New York, New York | The National 911 Memorial
Queens, New York | The TWA Flight Center at JFK Airport
Exploring the history and design of incredible works of architecture, landscape architecture and town planning, a Square Feet Tours walking tour helps to enrich your journey. Our tours tell the story of the site and point out interesting design details that might otherwise go unnoticed. Each tour can be streamed live to your phone or downloaded and played on your MP3 device. Natural breaks throughout the narration provide an opportunity to pause the tour to take a break or explore areas of the site on your own. The Square Feet Tours website provides a bibliography for each tour as well as helpful links to books, music, and other sites and features noted on the tour.


The Midland Greenway (formerly Midtown Greenway) is the centerpiece of Gainesville redevelopment efforts south of the Downtown Square. This Urban Brownfields rails-to-trails project follows the north-south route of an abandoned historic railroad line and will be Gainesville's downtown connection to the Highlands to Islands trail system. Biking and pedestrian trails, Skate Park, and public art are just a few of the amenities that make this greenway special. Expansion is in progress and exciting plans are in the near future. Under construction is the Engine 209 Midland Train Park. An Inclusive ADA Playground is being installed January 2022.
Enjoy two miles of tree canopied trails connecting Gainesville Downtown Square to beautiful Lake Lanier through a series of four connecting parks. Visit war memorials, tour the solar system walking trail, relax on lakeside swings, have fun on Gainesville's most popular playground or play a game of tennis.


Ideas On The Best Hardscapes
When you have a desire to develop your landscape into differ designs, it is important that you find a professional. You need to be considerate of several factors so that you develop Cornelius hardscapes that you will be proud of. Most of the things have to fall in place such as accessibility, security and durability. The following are the fundamentals that needs to be in your mind when hardscaping.
The Use Of The Hardscape
You must establish the reasons why you creating the landscapes and understand their purpose.Hardscaping embraces the use of stones which requires much attention. You need to identify if the place will be used for cooking, entertaining, swimming, playing, or for relaxing. Being aware of the purpose of the garden speeds up the whole process of designing and structuring. You should also factor in the other types of landscaping before choosing a specific one.
The Users Of The Garden
Your pets and your children will mostly use the pavements and gardens as their playing ground and you should protect them. The best types of ad designs should ensure that the animals and the kids are safe in the compound. The landscape needs to favor most of the activities without the need of worrying.
Check On The Fertility Of The Soil
You may desire to have a garden like landscape but your soil may not be able to support some forms of plants. The soil in your area may have insufficient nutrients to cater for most of the plants. Rocky soils are especially hard to plant most trees. In these scenarios you should consider the hardscaping that ensures that your environment is well preserved.
The Looks Of Your Garden
You need to take into account on the beauty of your garden. The styling of the garden is important because it has to match with the interior and exterior of your house. You need to clearly speak your mind and ensure that everything that is done in your garden is done according to your agreement. You are the one who will spend most of the days in the garden and they need to be comfortable and appealing. There are multiple designs in every kind of landscapes and you have to ensure that you select the right one for your yard.
With the different types of landscaping shapes, you can easily get confused along the way. It requires accuracy to select the items that will be used for the Cornelius hardscape designs.You need it check the textures and the models to ensure that the final work looks attractive. You should closely work with the designer for accurate results.


A physically rounded paving stone, cobblestones are typically smaller than stone but larger than a pebble. This material is widely popular and is generally used to create pathways, pavements, and other outdoor floorings.
Due to the rustic and natural feel, they offer along with high-level of durability; this material has become exceedingly popular among modern and elegant households. Cobblestones, also known as granite sets generally come in three different sizes and is known for its strength as it can take heavy loads without succumbing to wear and tear.
At the Stone Studio, we provide a host of different types and cobblestone flooring options for you to choose from.
Benefits of Cobble Stone Flooring
We provide cobblestone flooring options in a vast array of options, including colour, stone type and texture. This enables you to use this material for various purposes, including residential and commercial designs. Especially due to their sturdiness, they work efficiently in driveways and high traffic areas.
Due to their texture and colour variation, cobblestone paving is extremely durable and isn’t damaged easily from marks and staining. Moreover, their small size makes them highly effective when it comes to dealing with curves in the design.
The Possibility To Maintain Continuity
At Stone Studio, we provide cobblestone flooring with the option to use a matching natural stone tile or paver. This makes them highly effective for large scale projects, as you will be able to create a seamless pathway, without compromising on the existing colour palette.
Regardless of whether you’re looking to replace your old brick paving or want to create a brand new patio with a rustic flooring, cobblestones are surely the right option for you. At Stone Studio, we provide a host of granite pavers, concrete pavers, among others, for you to choose from. So, if you’re looking for the best cobblestone supplier, contact us today.


For Immediate Release: February 16, 2020Contact:Luke Freeman, Au Gres-Sims High School, firstname.lastname@example.org; Phone: 989-876-7157, x341 and/or Dale Wiltse, City of Au Gres, email@example.com; Phone: 989-879-8811Au Gres-Sims School District Hosts Community Visioning Meetingfor Riverside Park on February 26This community meeting will take place at the Au Gres-Sims High School inthe Cyber Cafe on February 26, 2020 from 7-8 p.m. The meeting is free to attend anddoes not require registration. The meeting will be hosted by the environmentalscience students at Au Gres-Sims High School. In the meeting, attendees will learnmore about the past, present and future of Riverside Park in Au Gres. These topicsinclude discussion about proposed developments including green infrastructure,bioswales, splash pad, playground equipment, and more. There will also be anopportunity to discuss future development ideas at this meeting.Stormwater is the general name for the water that ends up on the ground andin our rivers and lakes as a result of rainfall and snowmelt. Stormwater picks up salt,dirt, oil and fertilizer from roads, lawns, sidewalks and driveways. Greeninfrastructure uses natural processes to reduce and improve the quality ofstormwater runoff. Green infrastructure is effective, economical, and enhances thecommunity’s safety and quality of life. Bioswales are one type of green infrastructurethat use vegetated, low-lying areas to filter and absorb stormwater runoff. Bioswalesprovide landscaping that, depending on the plant species chosen, can create habitatfor birds, butterflies, and local wildlife.The Au Gres-Sims Environmental Scienceclass is designing a bioswale to be installed near the river at Riverside Park. Thebioswale will intercept stormwater before it reaches the Au Gres River and, as aresult, it will make the water quality of the river and Lake Huron better. Another goalbehind the bioswale is to inspire others in our community to build greeninfrastructure.
This event is supported by Au Gres Sims-School District, City of Au Gres,Great Lakes One Water Partnership, Huron Pines, Northeast Michigan Great LakesStewardship Initiative, Michigan Sea Grant, Michigan State University Extension,and Saginaw Bay Watershed Initiative Network. For any special accommodationsplease contact Meaghan Gass at firstname.lastname@example.org


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Idea #3: World-Class Outdoor Concert Ampitheater
Spokane needs a world-class downtown concert amphitheater. Shown here is Chicago’s Jay Pritzker Pavilion, a 11,000-capacity bandshell located on the shores of Lake Michigan. Luckily, just such a plan is in the works for completion as a part of the Riverfront Park Master Plan. While Spokane’s venue will probably hold more like 5,000-6,000 people, we do hope that planners take cues from Chicago’s stunning, award-winning design.


For 25 years, NEST has stood for the planning and implementation of energy efficient construction projects. As pioneers in ecological construction, the work duo of technical design office and property developing strives to use whatever available technical means, to manifest its architectural concept in a new and visionary way with every project.
MHDK [designstudio co-founded by Rafael Bernardo in 2009] drew the inspiration for the development of the Corporate Design straight from the motivation source of our commissioner: “Wir schaffen Lebensqualität durch Energiebewusstsein“ (engl. ‘we create a high quality of life through energy awareness.’ We translated the progressive attitude of the architects into a design language, which defines clarity as strenght and placativity as orientation.
The image language consists of nature motifs, which outline a zoom from the atmosphere into the landscape down to the lawn right on the door step. The mirrored motifs embody the idea that the attitudes and the architectural visions that people have are reflections of nature.


The secondary framework is a hundred and forty four sq ft by using a fuel fire pit lined with crushed glass. The flooring is stamped concrete within a Wooden bridge plank sample. TK IMA ...
Forged-on coloration may be the technique where the surface from the concrete is dyed the base colour. The surface area on the concrete is colored by spreading the color hardener onto the surface from the damp concrete and floating the powder into your top layer in the damp concrete.
The expense of stamped or imprinted concrete is commonly substantially reduced as opposed to resources This is a substitute for. Concrete is the right canvas for developing a Charge-productive duplicate of more expensive products, devoid of providing up a natural, genuine appear. When picking hues and designs in your stamped cement, ensure they blend with other stone, tile or textured concrete things at your residence. Even in advanced styles with techniques and fountains, patterns might be still be pressed to the concrete. Stamped concrete will also be employed in conjunction with other ornamental concrete features including uncovered mixture or acid staining. Popular patterns incorporate functioning bond brick, hexagonal tile, worn rock or stone.
Stamped concrete patios offer you a broad assortment of ornamental options impossible with other patio products. The patio is often poured in any form or dimensions to suit the House, and you can Make a choice from many various stone and brick designs and in some cases wood-grained textures.
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The nice and cozy terra-cotta coloring on the concrete patio was attained by using integrally coloured concrete in a very canvas shade and enhancing it by using a dry-shake color hardener inside a Sunlight-baked clay hue. The surface was then stamped with texture skins in a very Roman slate pattern.
When the design of the concrete patio is conceived with the landscaping firmly in your mind, gorgeous issues happen. Which was the case for this backyard patio undertaking in Silverdale, Clean.
They put in a concrete overlay stamped in a very fieldstone pattern and hand stained to match the color of the stonework.
The pattern is the shape in the floor with the stamped concrete. The sample demonstrates The form with the purely natural building material. The pattern is produced by imprinting the concrete Soon just after it's been poured that has a "concrete stamp".
A Cape Cod type house with a backyard patio inspired because of the East Coast. A casually tasteful Hamptons design deck lends to family BBQs and enjoyable inside the afternoons.
A concrete walkway, stamped Together with the exact same ashlar slate sample used for the patio, sales opportunities down to a 2nd extra-secluded patio with an outside fireplace pit. Seat walls made out of concrete pavers keep the yard’s sloped terrain and generate an attractive patio border.
The base colour is the key coloration Employed in stamped concrete. The bottom coloration is chosen to reflect the color from the organic making substance. The bottom shade is made by incorporating a colour hardener on the concrete. Colour hardener can be a powder pigment accustomed to dye the concrete.
Utilizing stains, powdered pigments and antiquing brokers, contractors can colour your patio to glimpse similar to natural stone or personalize the colour to enhance your private home and landscape. You can even established off your patio by using a attractive border within a contrasting coloration and pattern. See these stamped concrete patio task examples:


Thank you for the very informative talk at the Muster Point yesterday. I was one of the group who enjoyed hearing about the history and the importance of the BHP to the people of Newcastle.
What a wonderful structure to incorporate so many memories.
Hopefully the site can be further developed into a park like setting to encourage the public to visit the area, especially school children.
The time and effort you have given so generously is very much appreciated.


In the first two weeks of April TCV volunteers completed the installation of the new pond, dipping platform and surrounding dead hedge. Thanks so much to everyone who worked so hard, but also thanks to the lovely Friends of Springfield Park Nature Area. Everyone who popped in was nice and made us feel welcome.
It was great to see the pond area go in. This is all part of a join project with TCV, Haringey Council and Friends of Springfield Park Nature Area. The next part of the project will be to install some information boards about the wildlife of the park. If you have any questions about the project or want to be involved please email email@example.com


From driveways and patios through to car parks, we provide for small and large-scale assignments.
As we are an independent contractor, consultations are unbiased and your choice of material is not restricted. We are experienced in the design and installation of the most popular and hard wearing surfacing materials, built to bespoke designs. We take into account individual needs and practicalities such as sunny spots, drainage and access to your home. All our work is guaranteed for five years.
Specialists in pattern imprint concrete, in 2009 we became Lafarge approved decorative concrete installers.
We can combine groundwork, planting, paving, brickwork and the construction of water features to ensure your garden meets your personal requirements whether that be functional, family friendly, easy to maintain or decorative.


stradbroke, at carolyn's, 26 May 2016
Carolyn welcomed us with coffee, and regaled us with tea and cake after our efforts to do some justice to her and Roy’s beautiful garden. So many lovely plants and trees, not to mention the patio and pond, that it was hard to know what to paint. Some sketches and work in progress below. Scroll down for more photos.


The budget for the Lone Peak Conservation Nursery was discontinued in a 2008 round of legislative cuts. The State is no longer operating the nursery. The facilities have been contracted to High Mountain Nursery (435-731-0107, www.highmtnnursery.com) for the production of native plants.
Conservation and native plant information is also available from:
- Intermountain Native Plant Growers' Association
- Utah Nursery and Landscape Association
- or your local retail nursery
Thank you for your many years of support!


Green Travel Corridors Sustainable Urban Development (SUD: Leasowe to Seacombe Ferry)
The report of the Director of Regeneration and Place seeks approval to enter into a grant funding agreement, to accept a £1.22m funding package from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) and to undertake appropriate land acquisition, consultation, procurement and appointment of a contractor to deliver a 3.7km strategic cycle route from Leasowe to Seacombe Ferry as part of Phase 1 of the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) – the Sustainable Urban Development (SUD) Green Travel Corridors.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 08/07/2019
Decision due: 7 Feb 2020 by Leader of the Council
Lead director: David Ball
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