Uptown Phoenix FEATURING REMODEL The directive for this home was to create a modern resort style aesthetic that integrated warmth & elegance with unique distinction. Integrating raw & refined materials, custom designed furnishings & tile mosaics and incorporating original contemporary art created by the designer, accomplished this criteria. Outdoor landscaping was
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Site lighting provides an enchanting atmosphere and enhances the guest experience.
Often themed by land, our site lighting compliments the displays and completes the overall look.
SITE LIGHTING INCLUDES:
Trees are wrapped, strung, and up lite in various colors. The theme of the land will determine the colors and technique used.
Shrubs from all sizes are strung with lights to complement the surrounding trees.
Perimeter lighting includes outlining and "color coating" buildings with string lights or up lights.
To protect the guests and the surrounding lighting the paths are lined with lights. Colors are chosen to correspond with each land.
At Holiday Lights at CALM a broad range of site lighting can be seen. With millions of lights the grounds have become a brillantly colored winter wonderland.
Our lighting brings families together to enjoy an evening of fun.


Creating your dream garden is more possible than you think. You do not need to spend a lot of time or money to build the garden of your dreams. Instead, it comes with careful planning and ensuring that you have the right space and expertise to fulfill the project.
Here are some easy tips to help you achieve the garden of your dreams:
Add a pool
If you enjoy swimming or want a leisure feature that will help your children and guests stay entertained, it can be a great idea to install a pool.
Seeking advice and help from a swimming pool contractor will ensure that your garden is fit for a pool. After that, you can go ahead with the plans and installation so your dream garden can become a reality.
Install the right doors
Having the right doors will ensure that you can easily move from the inside of your home to the garden without needing to push them open. Bi-folding doors are great to install in your home so that you can open them up in the summer and let the inside and outside of your home connect.
When the doors are open wide, your interior can enjoy proper fresh air and you can easily access your garden, which might encourage you to use it more.
Make space for your passions
If there are passions and pastimes you enjoy doing at home, why not take them outside into the garden and spend more time there?
Instead of having your living room as the primary place for your art sessions, why not take the tools outside and enjoy creating new pieces from your garden? There, you can get fresh air and maybe seek more inspiration.
You can create the garden of your dreams by filling it with the things you love the most.
Another tip to help you achieve the garden of your dreams is to seek inspiration. You might have some ideas of what you wish to install and feature. However, you might not know how to best present it.
If you seek inspiration from Pinterest or magazines, it will enable you to see how others decorate and manage their garden, which can give you an idea of how to plan and execute your garden makeover.
Make a plan
We advise that you make a plan if you are renovating the garden to make it the garden of your dreams. If you go ahead with installations and removing features without planning it, you might end up with an outcome that wasn’t your vision.
If you make a plan and map out the ideas, you can ensure it will work in your garden.
Start with the small things
When you have amazing garden ideas, big or small, you might want to go full steam ahead and pursue all renovations at once. However, this isn’t the best idea as your garden could become unorganized and chaotic, which could hinder the results or make the renovations take longer.
The best thing to do is start small and work your way up to bigger projects. This will keep your garden organized and ensure everything goes to plan. Plus, it gives you more time to save so that when you need to pursue big projects, you can have enough funds to do so.
If your garden lacks plants and flowers, it might not feel like a welcoming or inspiring space. Whereas if you are surrounded by plants, you will spend more time outside caring for them and they make your space feel relaxing.
Planting flowers around your seating area and adding more bushes around the perimeter of the garden will enhance privacy and encourage relaxation.
Assess how it makes you feel
To achieve your dream garden, it needs to make you feel happy and relaxed. If the ideas you have could cause you to feel stressed due to too much maintenance and not enough time, it is best to choose something else.
When you have plans, it is a good idea to think them through and assess how they will add to your enjoyment when spending time outside before going ahead with them.
The happier and calmer your garden makes you feel means that you have successfully achieved your dream outside space.
Ensure to have a space to relax
Although you might enjoy spending most of your time in the garden swimming, gardening, or doing yoga, it is always important to have a space to sit/lay and relax. This will also ensure that when you have guests, they have somewhere comfortable to sit.
A relaxation space will guarantee that you spend more time outside and feel at peace when sitting in your garden. Of course, you can sit on the dining chairs or the grass, but it won’t be as comfortable as a reading bench or a garden sofa.
Enhance the privacy
It is good to feel safe and secure when spending time in your garden. Therefore, it makes sense to install some privacy features so that you feel relaxed and private when spending time outside.
Installing higher fences and tall trees can ensure that neighbors cannot see in. Then, adding alarms will ensure that if someone intrudes on your property while you are outside, you can be alerted, act, and get to safety. It is good to be prepared so you can feel the most relaxed and secure when you are spending time in your outside space.
Using this guide, you will ensure to find great measures and ideas that will help you achieve your dream garden. Whether it means installing a fancy feature like a pool for your leisure time or ensuring that you are surrounded by beautiful flowers, it can be easy to adjust your garden so it is a space that makes you happy and relaxed.


Benefits of Curb Edging and Yard Grading
For those that admire the beauty of a well-structured yard, the same can be realized on your yard by installing concrete curb edging. When your home landscape is divided by lovely borders it will look attractive. Be sure that you can afford the concrete before construction and have the best choice of concrete that suits your yard. If you want to use concrete curb edging, here are some guidelines that will help you think through.
Amazingly concrete edging can stand the impact of heavy rains and exposure to extreme sunlight. It is able to withstand huge amount of water to an extent of not being carried away by the heavy rains. The good thing about them is that they are resistant to breakage that may be associated when the high concentration of heat heats them. It will be essential that you look at the benefits that you would get way before thinking of the cost as the cost may hinder you from seeing the long-term benefits. Always stay away from the cheap ones with cheaper cost of installation. Other alternative means that you may opt to use will appear cheap at the time of buying but if you think of their longevity you will see that you will have to count loses since they will be expensive to use.
Benefit of the concrete curb edging is that once they are installed you only incur the cost of installation once with no other costs and they are to be there permanently. One reason that you should use them is that they have a wide range of designs that you can choose from. Unlike other materials that materials that have little variety, you are able to choose what will bring out what you desire to portray. They can be made in different shapes that can be joined together to give unique and beautiful results.
You should not worry that the installation will require a lot of time which you may not have, the process can be done at the best time for you and the contractor. You are sure that no additional fee will be attracted during installation because it requires little effort and time. It is quite easy to make changes on curbs, you just have to remove the curbs without damaging them and make the preferred changes.
The concrete curb edging apart from their beauty they also add value to your existing landscape No matter the design the curbs give your home an elegant look using the typical grey look or other color option.
The concrete curb edging will be the best way to make your landscape unique and stand out from others.


Welcome to Srinagar, the Lake City. On arrival at the Srinagar Airport. you will be received by Astir Passage representative / driver.
After the check- in, proceed for sightseeing in Srinagar. Visit the world-famous Mughal Gardens - Nishat Bagh (The garden of pleasure), Shalimar Bagh (Abode of love), and Chasme Shahi Garden, and also pay visit to the Shankaracharya Temple.
Later in the evening proceed for shikara riding in Dal lake.
Overnight Srinagar Houseboat.
Nishat Garden : The second-largest Mughal Garden in Kashmir, Nishat sits on the eastern side of Dal Lake and is a must-visit place to add to the sightseeing tour. A terraced garden, Nishat Bagh was built in 1633 AD by Asaf Khan, brother of Mughal Empress, Noor Jahan.
Shalimar Garden : The Shalimar Bagh is the largest of the three Mughal Gardens in Srinagar. The beautiful garden was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Jahangir in 1619 for his wife Noor Jahan. Also called the Garden of Delight, Shalimar Bagh is a three-terraced garden and its main highlight is Chini Khanas or arched niches.
Chashme Shahi : The smallest of the three Mughal Gardens in Srinagar, Chashme Shahi is primarily famous for its cold water spring which is believed to have medicinal properties. This popular garden was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a gift for his elder son, Dara Shikoh.
About Srinagar : The summer capital, Srinagar is known for its natural beauty, rich history, and unique experience of staying a houseboat. The city is home to the sacred shrine of Hazratbal, where it is believed the hair strand of Prophet Mohammad is preserved. Apart from this, Srinagar is famous for shikara rides of Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, Pari Mahal, and Hari Parbat Fort.


Wayfinding: Designing and Implementing Graphic Navigational Systems
“Wayfinding: Designing and Implementing Graphic Navigational Systems” is the ultimate guide for graphic designers, architects and landscape architects, industrial designers, and planners working in this field. The issues of financing, planning, stakeholder development, design, and maintenance permeate every chapter. Written by the leading experts across a wide range of fields, this book reveals the many specialized sets of skill prociesses required for each area of desiging wayfinding systems.
Every professional working in this field should use this book as a guide to how wayfinding is employed in various projects, and to the ways in which professional specialties work with each other.


On today’s episode I wanted to talk about something that is tricky for many people and can be subjective – landscape design. My expert guest is Glen Hampton, and he is a phenomenal landscape designer with over 40 years’ experience.
The advice, strategies, and tips that Glen shares in this episode is guaranteed to take the mystery out of the design and conceptual stage of your next project. When hiring a landscape designer, it’s important to find someone who will be real with you and not just tell you what you want to hear, and Glen is a great example of a professional who does just that!
Listen To The Episode:
What You’ll Learn:
- Glen’s beginnings in the landscape design industry, and what he says it was like to start his own firm [0:46]
- What to consider when choosing a good landscape designer [5:18]
- A common client misconception that Glen sees often [7:36]
- How to determine if your project will need a designer or not [9:40]
- Why hiring a landscape designer will most likely save you on construction costs [10:52]
- What Glen’s design process looks like, and the main reason that revisions are required during most jobs [13:50]
- His best tip for spotting a scam when hiring a landscape designer [19:10]
Ideas Worth Sharing:“It’s not always a question of not having the money, but it’s a question of how much can the person afford to spend, or how much does he or she really want to spend on this project?” - Glen Hampton Click To Tweet “People have to be aware that design has a certain flow. There’s a rhythm and repetition, and all those factors go into it.” - Glen Hampton Click To Tweet “Nobody is just looking to get a piece of paper with drawings on it. The main reason for having a designer is so that you don’t make mistakes, and so you can work with somebody who steers you in the right direction.” - Glen Hampton Click To Tweet “Your reputation is everything, and that’s the key. So, if you go around scamming people, it’s going to catch up with you.” - Glen Hampton Click To Tweet
Resources In Today’s Episode:
- Glen Hampton: LinkedIn
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Along with designing a beautiful home, a great way to set yourself apart is by designing a fantastic garden with native plants to attract local wildlife like birds and butterflies.
As discussed in Hint #16 – do it yourself, we suggest saving money by doing your own landscaping. Lots of landscapers will use imported plants as they are “pretty”, but Australia has some fantastic flora and our local critters will appreciate you for providing them with food and a place to live.
Even on a small lots, its easy to make your own little garden beds. I myself own a 430m2 lot and have about 150m2 of garden beds. No mowing and there have already been heaps of local animals that have taken residence.
We all have a responsibility to make our world a better place, and why not do it if you can save some money and increase the visual appeal of your home at the same time!
If you don’t know where to start, feel free to send us a message for more information!


The new and improved insideoutlandscapearchitecture.com has finally made its debut. Allison Fleury of Inside Out is a very talented local Landscape Architect. She has been designing residential and commercial projects in Jackson, Wyoming since 1996. One of the projects Allison is most proud of was to design, fund raise, and supervise construction of Jackson’s only community garden in 1999. Allison came to Gliffen Designs looking to redesign and reorganize her website in order to better appeal to her clients. Check out the new site here to see its fresh, clean new look.
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At Elica, property development is more than building homes, it’s about providing a better quality of life and creating vibrant sustainable communities. We believe in the fundamentals of thoughtful planning, creative design and careful attention to detail. We invest in the latest building techniques and technologies to ensure that we can deliver outcomes that are relevant, enduring and offer outstanding value for money.
We also believe in sustainable development and respect for the environment in two key dimensions. First, we seek to minimise the environmental impact of all our projects through innovation, engineered solutions and the careful choice of materials. Second, we take care to incorporate green spaces and sensitive landscaping to deliver an enriching and healthy environment.


LIVING GARDEN SCULPTURES WITH VICTORIA ROBERTSON
October 19 @ 8:00 pm£5
Victoria Robertson is a wonderful horticulturalist and garden writer from Essex. She enjoys growing garden sculptures, is passionate about growing and planting in the famous walled garden at Copped Hall, Epping. Her Sculptures are life size, you will learn how they are made and how to look after them in your garden.


"To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." Audrey Hepburn
That about sums up everything I believe in my love of flowers/gardens. Also taking pictures in gardens can be overwhelming with all the color's, shapes, patterns...however when you "focus" your attention, gardens offer limitless opportunity to create amazing images.
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The Mehmed Paša Sokolovic bridge forms a structure of great cultural and historical importance for the republic of Bosnia & Herzegovina and specifically the city of Višegrad. The status of the bridge as a UNESCO world heritage as well as the Nobel-price winning book ‘The bridge over the river Drina’ playing on this bridge show the cultural/historical importance of the place.
The importance of the bridge as a connector between the north- and the south shore of the river Drina is lost after the construction of the new bridge down the river. The bridge lost its function as a connector and remains as a rudiment of a historical infrastructure. The areas on the north and the south end of the bridge decayed. The abandoned gymnasium on the southern side and the lack of development on the northern side of the Drina proof this. The consequence of this would be a decay of the bridge in the future. With this decay would come the loss of the historical and cultural heritage.
The strategy we propose will revitalize the bridge and its surroundings by incorporating it into a new culture and tourism network. The new design for the square and the HE na Drini office building will turn this area into an attractive place for the locals as well as the tourists.


Preparing and planting a backyard is less complicated than you could possibly think, and fresh grown vegetables, herbs, and bouquets http://www.flower-and-garden-tips.com/ are wonderful benefits that happen to be truly worth a few weekends of receiving your backyard garden underway. Under are a handful of simple ideas to use around your own home and garden.
one. Ahead of you begin to dig up a location in the yard in your backyard garden, make a decision the amount of do the job you wish to put into gardening and exactly how massive of generate you hope to harvest. For those who just start off tearing up garden, it’s possible you’ll finish up with much too substantially backyard garden and wasted room.
2. A lot of will till their back garden 2 times prior to planting. The primary till is to crack up and loosen difficult soil to about 12 to fourteen inches of depth. The 2nd should until compost and fertilizer into your soil.
three. Based upon your soil form, combine in compost content and maybe peat moss to incorporate vitamins and minerals and to assist in h2o absorption and drainage.
four. Hold soil round the base of crops unfastened to help in h2o and nutrient absorption.
5. Watering a lot more deeply makes it possible for longer periods of time in between watering. If it is sunny and incredibly hot, water in early early morning or in the evening. There’s fewer water evaporation at these moments which will allow drinking water to soak to the soil.
six. For garden care, 1 deep watering is better than watering frivolously various periods. In typical summer months disorders, lawns will need about 1 inch of rain for each 7 days.
7. That will help hold h2o from evaporating from lawns, retain lawns cut at about two inches, or so. Not gathering grass clippings will allow for pure compost to create which provides vitamins and minerals on the soil within your lawn.
eight. To slow evaporation out of your backyard, put a couple of inches of mulch to the surface in the soil.
They’re fundamental property and backyard garden strategies that can be utilized in most climates and regions of your nation. Your neighborhood house and yard specialist can also supply you with valuable guidelines, primarily those people which could significantly utilize towards the regional spot through which you reside.


The Center for Native Plants needed someone to help out with routine website maintenance, so they reached out. Our relationship has evolved along the way, and we’ve created some fun marketing pieces, utilizing their existing branding.
Inspired by our beautiful, natural surroundings in northwestern Montana, Center for Native Plants provide a variety of services that help residential and commercial landowners design, install, and maintain natural landscapes.
Wild. Local. Beautiful.
Center for Native Plants is passionate about providing resources for their clients. This document template is one of the projects I’ve created to help them facilitate that objective.
I created an alternative logo to use on merchandise, with the trillium from Center for Native Plants original logo and local tree species.


The Mendocino or Pygmy Cypress is found only on coastal terraces between Fort Bragg and Anchor Bay. When not in poor soil, a tree can grow over a hundred feet tall; here, a tree with a trunk diameter of one quarter inch, standing only a foot or two high, may have as many as eighty growth rings. Some of these trees are undoubtedly over a century old.
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It’s finally ready. After literally years of having a backyard that looks like it was used for World War I recreations, the renovations are finally done. We finally have a garden that’s level, even if it’s not quite complete. Getting my husband to finally replace the mud and the trenches around all the piping into a livable space has been an uphill battle, but the end result is definitely worth it. The space looks three times bigger than I remember and is the perfect blank canvas for my creativity to take hold of. Honestly, it’s unbelievable, really, how long I put up with living in a bomb-site. I’m just so relieved that I’m finally going to be proud of my home. Well, I will be soon, but not yet. There’s still a lot of work to do, but now it’s my turn.
My husband has never been interested in the more aesthetic side of landscaping, even when our yard was an eyesore it never seemed to bother him, but I can’t wait to sink my teeth into the garden. With spring around the corner, I’ve been looking at hippeastrums as well as grasses and trees. I can’t wait to brighten up the place and add my own personal touch. Of course, I’m not just going to plant daffodils. No, I want the place to have a classic, timeless feel, so in my spare time I’ve been looking up the different kinds of gladioli, just to help get my eye in. There are so many different things to chose from, it’s all a little overwhelming. And of course, even if I wanted his help, Daryl won’t go near the gardening side of the garden with a ten foot pole. I can’t say I blame him, the yard was his nightmare from start to finish, I have a feeling he’s glad to be handing it all off to me.


A lot of trees will be moving around London this summer. Four hundred of them will be heading for the courtyard of Somerset House, where they will make Forest for Change, an installation by Es Devlin for the London Design Biennale (1-27 June). Others...
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Rectory Wood and Field
“By a series of twisty byways and capricious diagonals, I’d discovered the least stressful location in England: its name is Rectory Wood, Church Stretton.”
John Walsh, The Independent 19th May 2009
Rectory Wood and Field is as close to the centre of Church Stretton as you can get, located near to the Visitor Information Centre and Library on Church Street.
As the site name suggests, the area is part woodland and part meadow. Both the wood and field comprise steep banks adjoining and rising to meet the Long Mynd to the west.
It was formally declared a Local Nature Reserve in March 2022.
Owned by the Town Council and managed by a group of enthusiastic volunteers, Rectory Wood and Field provides a cool and calm haven of tranquility for people and wildlife close to the town centre.
Recently, local volunteers assisted in increasing diversity of flowers and grass varieties in the meadow with hay imported from other local meadows
Rectory Wood in the 18th century
Rectory Wood once formed part of the grounds of the Rectory in Church Stretton. In around 1770 the Rector, the Rev. John Mainwaring, made great changes to create a designed woodland landscape garden.
We know that Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown, a friend of Mainwaring and arguably the greatest British landscape gardener, visited Church Stretton and probably inspired the design at Rectory Wood.
A ‘Capability Brown’ landscape was usually on a grand scale, and involved re-shaping the terrain and enhancing rivers to create lakes and waterfalls. He was responsible for landscaping some of the finest parks in Britain, including locally Weston Park (Staffordshire) and Berrington Hall (Herefordshire).
Tong Castle was Brown’s only creation in Shropshire, now destroyed and partly under the M54. So Rectory Wood is Shropshire’s nearest connection to the work of this great designer.
Here the dramatic landscape of a valley with steep hillsides already existed, so the designing lay in the planting of a variety of trees and flowering shrubs, creating winding paths, and including surprising features such as fanciful buildings or opening up spectacular views. The partially preserved remains of this designed landscape can still be discovered: there are winding walks, a stream and a yew-ringed pool, the remains of small buildings, and a variety of views out into the valley and beyond.
Walks in Rectory Wood
The ‘Mainwaring Walk’ (red route) starts from the steps (2) at the far side of the Field, entered from the Church gate (1). The walk leads up a small valley, across the stream, with some steep steps to the higher slope, and an optional path up to the summit. It is about 1400m long and will take about 45 minutes, allowing time to enjoy the variety of settings and views.
At the top of the steps, take the path to the right along the side of the valley. (3) A brick wall marks the Rectory garden, with a doorway near the rockery, probably the remains of the old grotto. Nearby there is a huge old sweet chestnut tree with an amazing, twisted trunk, possibly pre-dating Mainwaring.
Yew Ringed Pool
The walk takes you up the valley alongside the stream (behind the pump house a flight of steps takes you up to the Long Mynd). At the top of the stream you can enjoy the views down the valley and up into the Long Mynd (5). Here there is an old gravestone which forms a bridge taking you across the stream. Steps take you up the side of the valley under magnificent beech trees. (6) At the top the path divides: to the left a gentle path circles downwards to the starting point. To the right the path leads up to a field gate, with a small path on the left circling up to the summit.
From the gate (7) an open grassy bank leads down to the site of the former picturesque Tiger Hall on the right, whilst straight ahead is a small car park and beyond the Allen Coppice Sculpture Trail (green route) and down the hill to the left lies Church Stretton.
We hope you have enjoyed this glimpse of an 18th century pleasure ground. The landscapes that Capability Brown and his contemporaries created took many years to mature. Most of his clients would probably not have lived to see the best results of his creations. Things have grown and changed since the original planting, and timber from these woods was always used in part for commercial purposes – for ship-building in the 18th century, or props in the mines, or for the First World War trenches. Now volunteers work to maintain this attractive and historic landscape.
Local Nature Reserve Status
In March 2022, Rectory wood and Field was designated as a local nature reserve. This give the site protected status in planning law, and means that it will be managed under a management plan by the town council, the Rectory Wood and Field Interest group, in consultation with the community. This change in status is intended to protect and enhance this treasure in the town’s midst for current and future generations.


The project is designed to reconnect our communities to the Pearl River in a way that is not currently possible. There will be multi-purpose trails throughout, boat ramps on both the Hinds and Rankin county sides, and other riverfront amenities planned for the project. The project will also create river bottom that is good for fish habitats, creating opportunities for anglers from around the region. There are at least two waterfront parks planned and possibly additional outdoor venues as well. Finally, the project will also improve Town Creek that flows into downtown near the Jackson Convention Center, Mississippi Museum of Art, Westin Hotel, and other businesses, providing a water feature in the heart of downtown Jackson.


In 2013, the Joint Center will wrap up its Ford Foundation-sponsored project Building Assets for the Urban Poor by Design: Strengthening Urban Planning and Design in the Global South and will release a report on the issue. The project consisted of three convenings, held over the course of one year, the goal of which was to explore new thinking on the role of urban planning in social justice and urban poverty reduction in developing countries.
Photo: Site of a recent eviction in Kisenyi, the largest slum in Kampala, Uganda. Courtesy of Ariana K. MacPherson, Shack/Slum Dwellers International
PROJECT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Sara Topelson de Grinberg, Under Secretary of Urban Development and Land Planning, MEXICO, D.F.
Rahul Jitendra Mehrotra, Chair, Department of Urban Planning and Design, Harvard University, USA
Caroline Moser, Professor of Urban Development and Director GURC, University of Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM
Sheela Patel, Director of SPARC, Chair, Board of Shack/Slum Dwellers International, Mumbai, Maharashtra, INDIA
Bish Sanyal, Ford International Professor of Urban Development and Planning, Director, SPURS and Humphrey Programs, Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MIT, USA
Hashim Sarkis, Aga Khan Professor of Landscape Architecture and Urbanism in Muslim Societies, Harvard University, USA
Jane Weru, Executive Director, Akiba Mashinani Trust, Nairobi, KENYA
Christopher W. Williams, Director, United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat Washington Office, USA


Creating A Floral Garden
Creating A Floral Garden
Nowadays most urban area gardens have turned from a source of fresh food into a statement of the good taste and sense of aesthetics of their caretaker and owner. Even more, quite often they are the first thing one sees when visiting a home or business. And because first impression is of great importance, every gardener, be it a professional or an enthusiast, aims at giving a cheerful, fresh vibe to his green patch.
By putting some thought and creativeness in the preparation of the garden, as well as the choice of plants, anyone can enjoy beautiful floral displays. The preparation begins with deciding on the visuals. This means in which general areas should the flowers be, as well as their colours. The rule of thumb is that the garden must complement, but at the same time provide a fresh contrast to the surrounding buildings. Following is the choice of specific plants to have and their possible combinations. Through a smart mix of annuals and perennials the premises can enjoy vivid, flourishing colours over a period of time that stretches way beyond the standard blooming of a single species. Some artificial outdoor plants can also be a nice touch. They can easily be rearranged without worries of damaging their roots, do not run to seed and are often more affordable than their exotic living originals.
The next step is getting acquainted with the requirements of each species and finding the perfect spot for the flowers according to their needs. It is a well known fact that some like a lot of direct sunlight, while others prefer the shades. The same goes for wind exposure, sitting and many other criteria.
When this is dealt with, it is time to decide on the flower beds and borders. The options here are practically endless and going for the right one is crucial in regards to the health of the plants. The beds can be straight or curved lines, squares or circles, letters, numbers, pretty much any shape. The same goes for the borders. They can vary from a simple trench between the lawn and the beds, flowers in contrasting colours to a mix of gravel and terra cotta shreds from old pots or even high end edgings that convey a feel of luxury. Even some arches can be added, if the bed includes climbing plants. Handmade or bought, borders are vital for arranging a good looking and robust garden. For example if the flowers need better drainage than the soil can offer, a raised bed with a stone or wooden edging is probably the best option to go for. It will lead the excessive damp away, plus it will be easier to keep clean from weeds. In this case the border will not only keep the shape of the bed, but also act as a highly effective weed barrier. When preparing the soil for planting, it is important to dig a foot and a half or two feet deep, break up the big lumps and put some fertilizer at the bottom, to ensure faster and stronger growth. A flat blade shovel, a half moon edger and the so called lawn shark will prove to be very helpful instruments when creating and shaping the borders of the beds.
Maintenance is also important and needs to be done on a regular basis. This covers watering, fertilizing, pest protection, weeding, edging and any other task that might be required for the well being of the plants. This is the only way to ensure that the floral displays, created witch care and devotion, will stay vibrant and beautiful for as long as possible.
Although it can sometimes be an overwhelming responsibility, having such an oasis to freshen up the exterior of the home or place of business is always rewarding and does not go unnoticed by both guests and clients. Equally, if not even more important is the feeling of serenity and relaxation that spreads to everyone that comes in contact with it. This is something that most of us are only aware of on a subconscious level, but is definitely there. Whether created and taken care of personally or by a hired professional, the basics for a good looking garden are the same. It starts with the idea of what it has to look like, then come the desired flowers, be it living or artificial outdoor plants, their arrangement in the available space through the best suitable shapes and sizes of flower beds and borders, and last, but not least maintenance.


By 3 pm the light is already falling fast here at Autumn Cottage - but while leaves remain on the trees and shrubs, there is still a beautiful natural illumination in the garden. They say that anyone can make a garden in the summer, but that the more skilled gardeners can make a garden look good at any time of the year. I'm working on it! Adding evergreens and grasses can extend the season right through the dark days of winter - the greens and yellows lift the spirits especially high when everything else around is grey or brown.
It's time for a walk - are you ready to enjoy the glow of the garden here on a mid-November afternoon? There is still plenty to see - and there's a cuppa waiting for you when we get back indoors :-)


We belive quality soil is the root of a healthy plant, So we hand blend our own.
This mixture is ideal for plants that prefer high drainage. It is all about the perfect balance of appropriate water retention to drainage in this mix. We add just the right amount of moisture wicking moss with plenty of bulky material to allow excess water to drain.
- Lots of Love
- Peat Moss
- Bark Chips
- Horticultural Charcoal ( Prevents bacterial growth )
- Lava Rock
- Long Fiber Sphagnum Moss
- Nitrogen Supplement
- Ground Cinnamon ( Antifungal and root stimulator )


The world is constantly changing and new ideas are always being proposed. Some of these ideas are implemented better than others, but no one can predict which one will be successful. The goal of this article is to give you some new ideas that you may find helpful in your business or career.
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The beauty of the gardens can not be just experienced in over a computer screen, going to this sacred site should adorn everyone's bucket list. I myself have walked the path to the Wailua Falls in Hawaii, an area with similar plants and rivers and ponds. Pictures depict a great landscape, but in person you feel in peace with the world. You feel as though you have reached true harmony and that for the time that you are there, everything is right with the universe. Walking through these gardens would undoubtedly have the same feeling.
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Dubai renamed a major district
In the emirate of Dubai a large district Al Minhad got a new name.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered the renaming of an entire area of the emirate of Al Minhad. The district has been renamed Hind City.
“Hind City” will include four zones: Hind 1, Hind 2, Hind 3 and Hind 4, with a total area of 83.9 square kilometers. The area is mostly inhabited by citizens of the United Arab Emirates and is connected to highways such as Emirates Road, Al Ain Road and Jebel Ali-Lehbab Road.
In December 2022, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum approved the second phase of the Dubai Master Plan 2040. It includes several projects as part of 10 key initiatives.
These include beautification and landscaping of urban neighborhoods and public spaces, development of the real estate sector, farming, preservation of urban heritage and development of the pedestrian network, as well as development of the “20 Minute City” development plan.
The ruler of Dubai specified that in the future, the city will be greener and more pedestrian-friendly, and will also benefit from the development of agriculture. The city will have five major centers, two of which already exist and three new ones to be built in the future.
A comprehensive strategy for Dubai’s real estate sector through 2040 will help balance supply and demand, achieve sustainable development and increase investor confidence. In turn, the task of agriculture will be to ensure food security.
Urban spaces will become more attractive to the population. Residential neighborhoods are planned to develop the principle of integrated street. The main goal of the master plan is to make Dubai a better city to live in.


What is the project?
The creation of Riverfront Park was one of the key components of the 2000 Downtown and Riverfront Master Plan. Improvements were also outlined in the 2006 Lynchburg Riverfront Implementation Plan and again in the 2040 Downtown Master Plan. This key outdoor civic site serves a multitude of recreational, cultural and environmental needs with the opportunity to position the City as an exciting destination of choice.
In 2022, City Council appropriated funding for major improvements to Riverfront Park to realize the vision set forth in the 2000 and 2040 Downtown and Riverfront master plans. Improvements will include an amphitheater, a playground, public restrooms, fencing, lighting and more.
When will construction begin? How long will it last?
The park will close to the public – and for special events – on May 15, 2023. The estimated completion of the project is late summer 2024.
How will construction affect the neighborhood?
We expect minimal disruption to traffic or parking during construction, as the facility is large enough to accommodate lay down and staging areas. There may be brief periods of disruption to traffic on Jefferson Street for large deliveries in and out of the construction site. Construction hours will typically be limited to 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday although weekend work may be considered if necessary for the work to move ahead as quickly as possible.
How is the project affected by its location in a flood zone?
There are several strategies to accommodate the site’s location in the 100-year flood zone and still allow use of the site. The restroom structure is being constructed as a flood resistant/proof structure; it cannot be elevated above the flood plain but it can be built to resist damage from flooding with critical infrastructure elevated above flood levels. The amphitheater is being built as an elevated structure but portions will still be below the 100-year flood elevation; similar to the restroom, it will be built to resist damage from flooding with critical portions of the utilities for the structure elevated from potential flood waters to resist damage.
What kinds of programming will the park accommodate?
With these improvements, the park will continue to welcome residents and visitors with open space, shade structures, plantings and a new playground. With the addition of restrooms and the amphitheater, the park will also be better positioned to host special events, festivals, movies and performances. The project does not change the capacity of the park for special events, which stands at 3,500 to 5,000. Additionally, the park and trail system will be open to the public from dawn to dusk daily when not hosting a special event.
Who will operate the venue?
The City of Lynchburg will seek proposals to partner with a venue operator. Currently, the park is programmed approximately 10 weekends a year, seasonally. We anticipate that with additional amenities and an operator, the park may be programmed up to 20 or more weekends a year, seasonally.
City Council appropriated funding for major improvements to Riverfront Park to realize the vision set forth in the 2000 and 2040 Downtown & Riverfront master plans. Improvements will include an amphitheater, playground, public restrooms, fencing, lighting, and more.
Construction will begin in early summer 2023. The public is invited to view plans for improvements at an open house where City staff and the design team (AECOM) will be available to answer questions regarding the project and timeline.
What is the Economic Impact of the Improvements?
In FY22, 10 permitted events that took place in Riverfront Park generated total business sales of $882,846. Total business sales means direct spending in restaurants, retail, transportation, lodging, etc. associated with event attendance. The Office of Economic Development & Tourism ran an economic impact analysis for a hypothetical three-day music festival with national touring acts in the park that estimated total business sales of $967,540. Running an economic impact analysis helps give an idea about how these Riverfront Park improvements will increase the scale for events, how they will draw visitors into the City, and impact business sales in the community.


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Whether it is a front yard project or a backyard project, every project needs to be well planned. We listen to your needs and desires, and provide our suggestions. We make sure it works.
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We work hard to ensure projects be completed with the satisfaction of our customers. Our skilled and committed team do wonderful jobs which are not only pleasing to people’s eyes, but also constructed for your trouble-free enjoyment.
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This January, on a frosty morning, we were met in the woods by Alex Laurie, Principal Tree and Landscape Officer at Three Rivers District Council. He had 40 broadleaf trees for us to plant in an area of the woods which has had most of the larch removed.
This is a long-term goal for our ancient woodland, to restore it to the state it would have been in had it not, in areas, been planted with a larch crop. Under Alex’s expert guidance, we planted 15 hazel, 15 beech, 5 wild cherry and 5 hornbeam with supports and guards to protect them from deer and rabbits.
We have another 40 trees to plant next month in another area of the woods.


Developing landscaping ideas in an area that has long been neglected will create stunning effects to your property with many potential rewards for your family and property values. Using different materials can create pleasant warm usable outdoor area's that transform a dull neglected area into something special you can use all year round or at the nice times of the year.
Developing idea's is quite complex and their are many, many materials suitable for these applications such as pavers, retaining walls, pools, driveways, paths, alfresco, BBQ these are just some of them that quickly come to mind please find below a link to product information you can download as a reference to get idea's.
Stone has always created a natural earthy feel and look stone and water have a special relaxing soothing feel the tranquility of these materials are relaxed and pleasant to the mind and body there are many applications for stone materials on or around your property from cladding to walls, paths, internal walls, water features, garden settings please find below a link to product information you can download as a reference to get idea's using stone.
Designer finishes have always created a certain look and fell to external building structures many using smooth stone, sandhurst stone, macquarie stone, pitched stone these are some of the popular ones even architectural bricks are becoming more and more popular please find below a link to product information you can download as a reference to get idea's.
Determining your project design and scope of materials needs to be carefully documented this allows you to work out your labour and material costs which form a major part of the project.
Landscaping idea's and designs are varied to say the lest many area's require a different feel and touch like alfresco, pools, quiet relaxing area's so understading the end effect and feel of the project are important factors
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Skjulskär, N 59.82681073091279, E 22.401796809522885. An island that had been uninhabited until Project Ö began five years ago. Despite the island’s modest size, the landscape is varied, with small pine forests on the south end and dramatic rocky bays on the north. The two bays give character to the island and help to block the wind and waves, functioning as docks.
This is the setting where Project Ö made its mission to build something unique, respecting the landscape and the island itself. This is where design follows the landscape, and not the other way around. But trust us, ultimately Project Ö is a place where feelings and experiences count more than words or pictures. So to truly understand and to feel the island, book it.


Sun, fun and sex (not) see lots of work getting Quinta Stuart into shape. A hard winters work and now with our fantastic helper Petra, everything is shining clean and weed free!
|New flowerbeds edged in calcada|
|Large pea gravel and stepping stones to sauna and new solar shower|
|The tipi now surrounded by new planting and top dressing|
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Waterfront redevelopment will serve as a catalyst for culture and commerce in Middletown
Located on the Connecticut River, Middletown has made the creation of a destination riverfront park and a modern boathouse/event facility a priority, and city officials have engaged residents in a comprehensive process with the help of a leading consultant, Project for Public Spaces.
“The state support announced today is critical to the riverfront recapture project that will revitalize this area of Middletown,” Sen. Bartolomeo said. “Together we will be able to transform this area while maintaining the boathouse as a focal point and symbol of the waterfront’s historical use. Than you Governor Malloy for continuing to support this community.”
“The City of Middletown is reactivating its riverfront along the Connecticut River in order to take full advantage of their location. Best of all, the city is getting residents—the people who live and work here and are invested in this community—involved in the process of planning for the future of their riverfront as a regional destination,” said Gov. Malloy. “With this investment in the Middletown riverfront, we are reaffirming our commitment to supporting our municipal partners as they strive to make their communities more accessible, more walkable centers of culture and commerce. At the end of the day, we know projects like this will improve the quality of life in our towns and cities, encourage transit-oriented and economic development and create jobs for residents.”
The Riverfront redevelopment project is a multi-phase investment being led by the city that will transform unused municipal property along the Connecticut River into a thriving park with a modern boathouse/event facility and spur the development of numerous residential and mixed-use projects in the surrounding neighborhood.
The state awarded funding for the project based on its potential to serve as a model for other riverfront revitalization in communities around the state.
The $2.6 million package of state funding for Phase I of the Middletown project includes:
- $310,000 for final design of the boathouse/event facility;
- $300,000 for full environmental assessment and site characterization of properties;
- Up to $2 million for environmental remediation and clean-up.
“After much work by the delegation to achieve Middletown’s entry into the Mattabassett District, I am pleased that Governor Malloy is providing significant support today for the development and revitalization of Middletown’s waterfront,” said state Senator Paul Doyle (D-Wethersfield).
The development of new open space in urban areas—particularly former industrial sites—has proven to be a catalyst for local economic development and improved quality of life. Redeveloping this stretch of the Connecticut River will also capitalize on the significant investment Middletown has made in decommissioning its wastewater treatment plant, the removal of which will unlock the potential of Middletown’s riverfront and leverage significant private development of housing and mixed-use properties at and around the Riverfront Park.
Last year, Middletown appointed a Riverfront Redevelopment Committee to work with Project for Public Spaces, Inc. to engage community members in a discussion about how to invest and encourage greater use of the Middletown riverfront for private development around its edges and public use along the water.
The Riverfront Redevelopment Committee focused on the area of Middletown ranging from Harbor Park in the north to Silver Street in the south, while accounting for the need to connect the Riverfront Park with the city’s downtown, its nearby residential neighborhoods and the Wesleyan University campus.
Based on the input and ideas gathered at these community meetings, recommendations were developed for transforming the riverfront’s public spaces, including creating multi-use destinations at the riverfront, improving access to and on the Riverfront Park and water, celebrating the history of Middletown, greening and preserving the environmental habitat of the riverfront and increasing opportunities for tourism and economic development.


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We bought a 3’ Pagoda Vent for our yard. We installed it this weekend and I have to tell you it looks fabulous! Or..it doesn't look fabulous because you can barely see it, which is exactly what we wanted to do. We got rid of our old green candy cane pipe with Pagoda™ and now it blends in with the trees and everything and IT DOES look fabulous!
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There is nothing as soothing as hearing the sounds of falling water as you sit outdoors on a summer’s evening. Outdoor water falls in the garden do not have the thundering roar of the large waterfalls you find in exotic locations of the world, but they can certainly help you create an exotic ambiance. This structure will create an oasis of peace and comfort کابین دوش that you’re going to long to come home to at the end of the day.
If you have a natural water feature on your property, then adding outdoor water falls or an assortment of wall fountains will prevent the growth of algae in the water. Thus, you can easily have fish in the pool while not having to add harsh chemicals to prevent the algae from forming. Running water will attempt for you as well as oxygenate the water to keep the fish healthy and the water clear.
The window curtain you choose for your outdoor water falls will determine the greatest the water falls from each level. Water doesn’t always flow in the same manner even within one waterfall. You can test different types of blinds in order to create the effect you want to achieve.
A smooth window curtain will allow the water flow in a page, which you can display in a broad or narrow pattern. Positioning rocks of various shapes in a variety of patterns will also give you a broken pattern for late the water. You will need to have a row of large flat pebbles to make a smooth page of water, but for a narrow and steamy window curtain, you will need pebbles with bumps and ridges that will direct the water to a central position.
The number and size of the rocks you use are of paramount importance in creating outdoor water falls. These rocks not only see how the water does fall from the top to the bottom, but they also play an important role in the sound of the falling water.
Water falls as well as resin wall fountains will add visual appeal to the whole structure, which is why you do need to invest some time in choosing just the right rocks for your needs. If, when landscaping, you have rocks that you want to have recinded, these may be the perfect ones for the waterfall because they are natural for the environment.
Pebbles and gravel are also vital for outdoor water falls. You need to use these as the lining of the structure and to fill out breaks between the large big river rocks so that there are no visible spaces between them. Algae does not form as readily on large big river rocks and by using them in combination with pebbles and small pebbles, you will have fewer algae problems to deal with.
Big river rocks are accent pieces for outdoor water falls. Although they are difficult to handle and walk into place, you do need to have them placed at varying time periods to make a natural look at the top or the bottom of the waterfall. You don’t need to have the whole boulder showing. Conceal about one-third of the boulder so that it will remain firmly in place.
The speed at which the water flows over outdoor water falls also determines the sound. When you have a large amount water sporting rapidly down to the bottom the sound will be quite loud, specially if you also include wall fountains or any other type of large water feature.
If you want the sound of the water to block out the sounds of the traffic, then you will need to have a louder sound than if you should enjoy the soft trickling sound of falling water. When water flows slowly, the sound is not as loud. You can control this flow of water and the sound by making sure you set the pump to the type of flow you need.


Indiana Tech’s home, Fort Wayne, receives accolades for new waterfront parkSeptember 6, 2019
Fort Wayne, Indiana, the great city Indiana Tech has called home since 1930, has gotten even better over the past 15 years thanks to dynamic downtown growth that has benefited citizens and visitors of all ages.
In fact, a USA TODAY story recently recognized Fort Wayne for the August opening of Promenade Park, a beautiful community gathering space created on the St. Marys River waterfront. It’s the first phase of a riverfront development plan that will impact Fort Wayne’s three rivers—the St. Marys, the St. Joseph and the Maumee.
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When Nature Aquariums in Mont Albert Melbourne asked us to help out with a CADE River display for their CADE Gallery we jumped at the opportunity. I don't get the chance to scape as much as I'd like so spending a few days on site with a blank canvas and an unbelievable amount of hardscape materials at my disposal was a lot of fun.
The tank chosen was a CADE River CB1500-1 450L Open Top Opti-Clear tank set measuring 1500mm x 600mm x 500mm high. It's one of my favourite sizes to scape in, perfect dimensions for almost limitless possibilities.
What started out as an image in my head then developed into a rough sketch which finally eventuated into this elaborate rock structure appropriately named 'The Enchanted Cave'. Watch the video below to see how it came together.
The concept was to create a hollowed dormant eroded volcano forming a cave and channel to a land beyond. Not something I've seen before in another Aquascape or even in nature for that matter but definitely a cool idea. Within this hardscape we aimed to create depth perspective and when planted you will view a distant lush miniature mountain scape through dense flanking foreground shrub with mosses of varying types lining the cave walls and path.
The hardscape was created using a rock called Pagoda Rough, the soil is Fluval Stratum, lighting is Maxspec Razor and CO2 Injection is a CO2PRO Professional kit running a 2.6kg Keg King cylinder.
The rock Pagoda Rough comes in a few versions, all with incredible texture making it perfect for creating a miniature landscape effect. The 2 prominent plant species we've chosen are Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo' for the mid ground and background with Cryptocoryne parva for the foreground, a slow growing crypt that has fine and short leaves.
Currently the tank is planted and establishing and if you're in Melbourne drop into Nature Aquariums and check it out.


Melissa and Mark had a clear vision for their styling, which was such a pleasure for me to be a part of. The key elements were copper, fresh green and white and concrete accents. I made a custom copper pipe arbour and added some tropical foliages for their garden ceremony, and this was moved on to the reception at Alto to be used as a backdrop for photos. For the bouquets I used succulents and green hydrangea for texture and added white lisianthus to soften the edges and complement Mel’s elegant white dress. The reception space at Alto is cool and pared back with lots of concrete and city views, so I incorporated loads of green and grey textures in the centrepieces.


When: April 13th - 14th
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Historic Downtown New Bern and the Historic Ghent District
Homeowners will open their doors so that the public may visit some of the most beautiful and interesting homes and gardens in New Bern's Historic District as well as homes in historic Ghent. Tryon Palace Gardens will also be open during the tour. More Info!


We went for a walk to Sheringham Park, a Humphrey Repton planted garden now National Trust which is full of Rhododendrons and Azaleas. Rain threatened but we didn't get wet. The colours are just beautiful, and its free.
|Bluebells and an orange azalea.
|Rest hut thatched with fir branches. You can see across to the sea.
|Ancient Harry Potter-like twisted branches.
|Lovely colour combinations everywhere.


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In 2010, a large litter trap (supplementing an older less effective trap) was installed by Monash Council in the storm water pipe at the northern end of the creek. This trap has helped reduce litter swept into the creek by run-off from the surrounding streets. Unfortunately, a number of other smaller storm unfiltered water drains feed into the creek contributing to an ongoing litter problem.
In 2014 Melbourne Water installed a newly designed “fence” over the creek at the shared boundary of Damper Creek Reserve with Riversdale Golf Course. The new “fence” is made up of well-spaced horizontal bars replacing the former unsatisfactory barrier. The former barrier failed due to excessive buildup of debris at that point which resulted in the backyards of neighbouring Yatama Court properties being partially inundated during torrential downpours.
In June 2015, Monash Council commenced work on creating a small ephemeral Wetland and Boardwalk crossing at the south end of the Reserve near the Park Road playground. Alongside significant plantings and signage, this has made an attractive southern entrance to the Reserve.
May 2018, a Community Planting Day was held to plant out the Park Road nature strips with indigenous tube stock, in preparation for the Friends of Damper Creek Conservation Reserve Jubilee celebration, and as a demonstration of what can be achieved with nature strip planting.


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October 13, 1995
This video of James Elmore, describing the four eras of the Rio Salado Project, was recorded in 1995 by the Salt River Project. This was recorded three years before Lake construction was begun on the lake and four years before the Lake was dedicated. This historical perspective was prepared for the Rio Salado Symposium, October 13, 1995 and published by the Joint Urban Design Program of ASU’s Herberger CEnter for Design Excellence.
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If you know me, you know how much I love affordable design DIY projects. I just finished up my boys’ room a few months ago—this project seemed to take FOREVER, but I’m thrilled with how it turned out (see the final reveal!). After finishing their room, I was ready to take on a new project. This time I set my sights on easy backyard renovations. Primarily, building my modern outdoor fire pit!
Here is where we started:
It’s one thing to create a home that’s entirely your style from top to bottom, but it’s a whole other project when it comes to dreaming up beautiful backyards to match! As I was enjoying my backyard, I saw the potential for something great in the corner of our yard that overlooks a valley and lake. It’s an incredible view! I thought, “What if I added a modern outdoor fire pit in this spot?” This was a custom outdoor living space idea I could enjoy with my family and friends—how hard could it be to DIY? So, I decided to tackle it head-on!
Sprucing up your backyard and creating a family-friendly space doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Adding a simple feature like a modern outdoor fire pit can transform the look and function of your outdoor living area. I had so much fun brainstorming and planning outdoor fire feature ideas. What did I want it to look like? What style would I choose?
Take a behind-the-scenes look at how I turned my dream of an outdoor fire pit in my backyard into a reality!
Start by brainstorming ideas of where to put the fire pit and what the logistics will be. Then, after all the planning, mapping, and measuring, it’s time to get to work! Head out to your local hardware store or order your supplies online so you’ll have everything ready to go before you start. Yes, there were moments when my husband had to run to the store for more supplies–it’s called progress, not perfection!
Now, for the moment you’ve all been waiting for! How did I turn an empty and unused portion of our backyard into the modern outdoor fire pit that I envisioned?
Here’s my step-by-step process, and hopefully, it’ll inspire you to turn your custom outdoor living space ideas into fruition!
Clear out the area you plan to use for the fire pit. For us, this meant cutting down the tree, which was a safety hazard. In doing so, we expanded our gorgeous view even more! I’d say that’s a pretty great bonus!
Level everything out with a skid steer loader. We rented our John Deere skid steer for the project. Admittedly, my husband did the bulk of this part, but I did pretend to help a bit with my skid steer skills! We set the area at a slight slant for water drainage.
Measure the area for the fire pit and where the rocks will fill in. Cover the surrounding area with a weed blocker.
Next, it’s time to dig the spot where your fire pit will sit. We dug down about six inches for the cinder blocks to sit into. You want the fire pit to be lower so that the heat still hits you, but enough to keep the fire pit stable.
Add rebar stakes between the cinder blocks. Each cinder block will get a rebar stake in the opening. As you push them down into the ground, note that they’ll stick up through the bricks. I wanted the fire pit to be extra secure and stable, so the rebars were an additional reinforcement. Then I backfilled the cinder blocks with rocks for even more stability.
Level and use mortar to attach everything. Apply it to the top of the cinder block, along the seams, and in between. Blend in the lines and repeat the process across the entire fire pit.
To level it out, add topper blocks and more mortar as needed. Make sure it’s entirely level so it doesn’t look uneven.
Once you have all the cinder blocks stacked and mortared together, use an extra layer of mortar as a coating to make the fire pit look like one solid piece. Go for a natural look using your trowel to spread the mortar evenly. Ensure you add mortar to all the edges and tops, then add another coat to blend.
*I also went back after the cement had cured (cure time according to instructions on product container) and added Thompsons All Purpose Water Seal to seal it from the elements.*
And there you have it! Our modern outdoor fire pit is complete and ready for some fireside hangouts. To say we’re excited is an understatement!
Are you curious about the products I used to make my modern outdoor fire pit? Here is all the information you need – and luckily, the list isn’t too long.
If you want to see my entire process from start to finish, I have a Story Highlight and Reel of my project on Instagram. The entire process happens in a condensed time frame, but overall, the fire pit took about five hours to complete. The part that took the longest was transporting the rocks and digging into the mountain. Talk about sweat equity! Depending on the soil in your backyard, you may be able to skip those steps for your own outdoor fire feature ideas.
There are plenty of budget-friendly ideas to help you create a custom outdoor living space for everyone to use! A backyard is a place where you can create lasting memories with your close family and friends. For all of you DIYers, adding a modern outdoor fire pit is the perfect opportunity to put your own personal stamp on your backyard. This project involved many hours in the hot sun, but it was worth it in the end.
For more home DIY inspiration, visit my website or follow me on Instagram for budget-friendly renovation ideas. If you end up building your own fire pit, tag me so I can see the transformation of your beautiful backyards!


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This week I’m posting the following picture of the popular city park-Ram Niwas garden, Jaipur.
The road in the center dissects the park on both sides. This park called Ram Niwas garden lies in the heart of the city. It’s a very old park patterned on the style of Mughal Garden (with two perpendicular paths intersecting in center and garden on all four sides). It has undergone many changes over the last 100 years. Even now, the section on the right side is under renovation and is about to unveil soon. The above picture shows only a part of the Ram Niwas garden.
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Small scale designs or rather small enclosed spaces are one of my favorite design challenges.
The smaller or unusual is the space the better the challenge.
Making the space work for different activities and programs in all seasons as well as
connecting indoors with outdoors is crucial.
Combining this with great design is for me very satisfactory.
I really enjoy brainstorming and making quick sketches when given the garden to design.
Design of front gardens is equally important.
Choosing vegetation for the atrium is the 'cherry on the cream'. Plants enhance the design, they give the space character (with texture, shape, sizes, colour, etc.) and soul in every season.
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RLC is working in the Santa Clarita region of Los Angeles County to connect two segments of the Angeles National Forest. The goals of the project include: to conserve a functioning wildlife corridor between two segments of the forest; to protect the biodiversity of the area; to create a green-belt buffer east of Santa Clarita City limits; to establish a continuous trail system with connections to public parks and the Pacific Crest Trail; and restoration of the Santa Clara River and the redevelopment of disturbed areas. The total project area encompasses approximately 26,000 acres.
RLC was retained by the city of Santa Clarita and Santa Clarita Watershed and Recreation Conservation Authority (SCWRCA) to develop and implement a strategy for open space and wildlife corridor preservation. Strategy planning and pre-acquisition funding has come from the City of Santa Clarita, County of Los Angeles, Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, Vulcan Materials, MRCA and Rivers and Mountains Conservancy. RLC is currently concentrating on negotiations for purchase with landowners.


Portland Japanese Garden is one of one of the most beautiful and serene gardens in Portland. It’s an excellent area to relax, take a walk, as well as getaway from the stress of city life. If you’re intending on checking out Portland Japanese Garden, or if you’re simply curious regarding what it’s like, after that this post is for you! We’ll offer a review of the garden, along with some pointers on exactly how to take advantage of your go to.
Background of the Portland Japanese Garden
Following World War II, many people in Oregon desired to restore ties in between the United States and also Japan that had been severed for years. During the late 1950s, Mayor of Portland Terry Schrunk chose to proceed a climbing pattern that was happening throughout the nation and worked with an individual to develop a Japanese garden on the website of a former zoo. Portland’s garden would certainly become the very first public Japanese strolling garden in North America, and Portlanders aspired to learn more regarding Japanese society. The Portland Japanese Garden was made by world-renowned landscape architect Toshiaki Takuma and open up to the public on April 30, 1967.
Going To Portland Japanese Garden
The Portland Japanese Garden lies in Washington Park as well as can be reached by localized transportation, such as the TriMet bus # 63 or Red or Blue line MAX train, to avoid the trouble of vehicle parking your own cars and truck. Portland Japanese Garden is open year-round from Tuesday via Sunday, and also is closed on Mondays. Portland Japanese Garden includes five distinctive garden styles topped 12 acres:
Points to Do in the Portland Japanese Garden
With a monstrous 12 acres to cover after brand-new attachments and also enhancements have actually been made, you will not be short on things to do or see around the house. Every year, thousands of individuals see the attraction, as well as each journey may lead them to find something new. Below are a few of the Portland Japanese Garden’s must-sees:
Main Garden Spaces
In the early days, there were only five gardens, yet over time, two development jobs have added extra. Each garden provides an unique story concerning a specific piece of Japanese background and also culture, making it feel like you’re stepping into a brand-new globe every single time. The primary gardens now include:
The Strolling Pond Garden
The Tea Garden
The Natural Garden
The Sand and Stone Gardens
Kashintei Tea House
Kashintei Tea House is a stunning, traditional Japanese teahouse. It’s the ideal area to quit and unwind for some time, as well as the tea is a few of the very best that you’ll discover in Portland. The Japanese Tea Garden was built in Japan before being transferred to Portland in pieces, where it was rebuilded. It’s a historically precise tea residence that integrates the areas in the same way you ‘d see them in other nations. To show exactly how a tea ceremony is accomplished from start to end, social demonstrations are done inside the structure. The building and construction of the Japanese Tea Garden was postponed for a decade because of World War II. The Kashintei Tea House, which had actually been constructed in Japan and afterwards flown across the Pacific, was reassembled on-site. It’s located within the Japanese Tea Garden location, and also it simulates a historically exact tea house with spaces that are designed likewise to those discovered throughout Asia. To highlight how a tea ceremony is accomplished from start to end, social discussions are held in the framework.
Art in the Garden
Spread throughout the year, seasonal art displays are regularly held in and also around the Portland Japanese Garden. Featuring art from both regional painters and Japanese musicians, it enables both cultures to blend and also harmonize even further. The exhibitions consist of paintings, sculptures, pottery, woodwork, and also other kinds of art.
The Cultural Village has been among one of the most remarkable additions to the Japanese Garden in Portland. Kengo Kuma, a renowned architect, created the town, which includes a gallery, collection, courtyard, coffee shop, and much more. It’s the best location to find out more regarding Japanese culture, whether you’re a Portlander or simply visiting for the day.
Ellie M. Hill Bonsai Terrace
The Ellie M. Hill Bonsai Terrace, as one of minority elements that are constantly transforming across the gardens, features bonsai trees and various other tiny plants presented on hand-carved seats, platforms, and various other shows. The returning site visitors will see fresh specimens in this region because it is regularly turned.
Great Places to Eat around the Portland Japanese Garden
You are not allowed to take any type of food or barbecue in the garden. Canteen are the only products that visitors may bring in. However there is one eatery on properties where you can obtain good food if you become starving during your remain. In the Cultural Village location, you’ll discover the Umami Cafe, which uses a lovely variety of Japanese teas and premium foods. Pick from a range of light dishes including the Ochazuke rice recipe or a deep-fried rice bowl bowl.
When to Visit
Whether you intend to see the Portland Japanese Garden in the loss, throughout the summertime, springtime, or even wintertime, you’ll be able to witness unbelievable panoramas. There is no incorrect time to see based on your preferences for seeing places. The month of June is renowned for the Rose Festival, when you can visit to see cherry blooms; in the spring to value blooming cherry blossoms; during the summer to delight in rich greenery; as well as during the fall to watch every fall color you can possibly imagine.
What Does Visiting the Portland Japanese Garden Cost?
An adult Portland Japanese Garden ticket price is $14.50, while senior citizens (62+) as well as students (with valid ID) are $12. Portland Japanese Garden admission for children ages six to seventeen price $11, and also youngsters under five get in completely free. A subscription provides you cost-free Portland Japanese Garden admission year-round. Portland Japanese Garden is a beautiful place to invest an afternoon, and with a lot to see and also do, you’ll definitely intend to return for even more. With its rich background and also sensational views, it’s not surprising that that Portland Japanese Garden is just one of the most prominent attractions in Oregon. Please visit one of our local supporters: https://farmloans.com/farm-loans/oregon-farm-loans/


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Crafty Homemade Lights To Make Your Backyard Stand Out
The Arizona nights are cooler now that we are moving into winter. But just because the temperature drops doesn’t mean the party has to stop. In fact, nighttime can be the best part of the day. With some creativity, when the sun goes down that the magic can really happen. Especially when your backyard is lit up by custom and charming lights. To keep your uniqueness, the key is not to limit your pool area with your standard typical lighting options. With a little ingenuity, craftiness, and some help from Pinterest. You can create simple homemade lighting fixtures that will elevate your backyard sanctuary. Don't worry if you are not that creative a person though, as you can easily get something like this barn lighting for backyards. They might even give you some good inspiration about the lights you should get. Either way, your garden will be nicely lit up whatever you decide to do.


I won't explain mounding here, except to say that essentially, you put soil in the pot, put one plant in with the root ball basically on top of the soil. In mine, at left, I started with the tall echeveria decora in the middle (probably too tall for this composition, but whatever). Then you kinda wedge the root balls of the other plants around the first one. It feels weird to plant plants at an angle, but it works (and is much harder than you might suspect!). Fill in the spaces with soil, then when you're done, cover the exposed soil with pebbles, and voila!
I'm sure we both have a lot to learn about the technique of mounding, but we had a blast trying it for the first time!