There is a bewildering array of options if you’re looking for a paver patio, walk or driveway in northern Virginia. Each stone supplier has anywhere from one to five paver manufacturers they stock, and each manufacturer can have anything from a handful of pavers to … Continue readingWhat Do I Think Are the Best Pavers for Your Virginia Landscape?
For over a year now, Revolutionary Gardens has been offering Danver Stainless Steel cabinetry to our clients. I’ve written about how they’re one of the best options for outdoor kitchens, and now Danver’s marketing team has released a video that showcases what they’re all about. … Continue readingA Better Look at Our Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets
Have you noticed the new layout of the website? It’s because I’m getting away from project management and installs and really focusing on writing, speaking, and video content. I’m still wrapping my head around the new tagline and mission statement of Revolutionary Gardens, but it’s … Continue readingSmokeless Firepits by Zentro: How to Party Around the Fire and NOT Smell Like Jerky
I have a photo of an outdoor kitchen I designed that’s in my presentation portfolio. Outdoor kitchens are funny. They appear to be one of those things for which there is no middle ground. People either want them badly, or they tell their partner no … Continue readingDesign Considerations For Outdoor Kitchens
One of the perks of my job is that I get to wander the internet in search of really cool products to use in my clients’ projects. I came across a company called Raw Urth Designs. They’re a metal fabrication and design firm based in … Continue readingReally Cool Outdoor Fireplaces and Features
The #1 most important thing? Scale. I hate to say it, but the majority of off-the-shelf trellises and arbors you can buy are woefully underscaled. Walk into your average big box store- or even many garden centers- and you’ll see sad, rickety little things made … Continue readingWhat to Look for in a Trellis
Spring is right around the corner, which means it’ll be time for spring cleanups. Over the last year, I’ve invested in a few tools that make the process a lot easier. There are areas where one can save money, but I’m a firm believer that … Continue readingSome Must-Have Tools
It’s been slow progress- after all, I’m fitting this in around actual, paying jobs- but I’m getting there. Some technical details: all the wood you see is dimensional (not nominal) local white oak. That means those 4×4 posts are actually 4″x4″, not 3.5″x3.5″. Posts are … Continue readingCompost Bin Progress!
As soon as we moved in, I started a compost pile. I’ve done a fair bit of reading on the subject, but it all comes back to a simple principle- throw it on the pile, cover with dirt, and it’ll rot. Nature’s easy that way. … Continue readingDesigning a Compost Bin