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The best flagstone for you: natural cleft, thermal, or honed?

November 13, 2017 by Dave Marciniak 5 Comments

I don’t make any secret of the fact that I prefer natural stone to pavers, segmental wall block, or lick and stick stone. “Flagstone” can mean a pretty diverse array of stones and … [Read more...]

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Does your project qualify for a Virginia landscape grant?

November 6, 2017 by Dave Marciniak 1 Comment

What if you could get a Virginia landscape grant to help pay for your project? Would it help you make the decision to move forward? I know, I sound like this guy, but stay with … [Read more...]

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How to install a stepping stone path that won’t kill you

October 23, 2017 by Dave Marciniak 1 Comment

how to install a stepping stone path

We’ve all walked on a badly built stepping stone path. The first couple of stones rock or wobble a bit, and then suddenly you take a step and WHAM you’ve hit the lever arm … [Read more...]

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Planting for privacy: 6 tips for screening the ugly

October 17, 2017 by Dave Marciniak Leave a Comment

It’s amazing how capable we are of holding two completely contradictory “truths” in our heads at one time. For example, “I love my neighborhood” and “I need to not see my neighbors … [Read more...]

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Case study: Modern landscape design in Virginia

October 9, 2017 by Dave Marciniak Leave a Comment

before photo landscape

I get it: when you think of modern landscape design in Virginia you probably don’t think of me. A glance through my portfolio shows a lot of chunky wood and stone, big massed … [Read more...]

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Why we don’t use interlocking wall block for freestanding walls

September 26, 2017 by Dave Marciniak 2 Comments

I’m just old enough that I remember the Christmas Wish Book, that fat, glossy, full-color catalog - was it from Sears? - loaded with toys and other stuff to fuel my suburban … [Read more...]

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7 ideas for hillside landscaping

September 6, 2017 by Dave Marciniak 1 Comment

before of hillside landscaping design

“I just can’t handle it any more. We’ve tried everything we could think of, and it’s just constantly a weedy, muddy mess that feels like a total waste.” He sounded frantic. … [Read more...]

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60 things landscape designers should know

July 10, 2017 by Dave Marciniak 19 Comments

Guess what? July 2nd, I celebrated NINE YEARS of being my own boss. Ring that bell! In that time I have learned so, so much. And I've gotten to work with and mentor newer … [Read more...]

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How to build a gravel path the RIGHT way

April 19, 2016 by Dave Marciniak 8 Comments

There’s a certain appeal to gravel paths and patios. They somehow manage to at once be both casual and formally elegant. A gravel path says “let’s go somewhere, and you don’t need … [Read more...]

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Why you need to visit the Pittsburgh Botanic Gardens

April 12, 2016 by Dave Marciniak Leave a Comment

In Roman days, genius loci referred to the protective spirit of a given place. Today, we refer to it as the atmosphere or general “feel” that a location has. I’ve been to public … [Read more...]

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      • Fredericksburg Landscape Design and Pool
      • Pond install in Prince William County
      • Culpeper Landscape Design
      • Culpeper Modern Backyard Landscape Design
      • Sperryville landscape design with ponds and waterfalls
      • Fredericksburg landscaping at Chancellorsville
      • Lake Anna landscaping & planting
      • Culpeper Winery Landscape Design
      • Oakton Modern Landscape Design
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    • Pergolas & Decks
    • Outdoor kitchens
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