I meet with a fair number of homeowners who say "I either want a firepit or a fireplace." This uncertainty is actually a great place to start … [Read more...] about Should I Build a Fire Pit or a Fireplace?
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Travertine Paver Patio Installers in Virginia – What to Know
When I was designing landscapes in Arizona, one option we had available to us was travertine marble tile. These were actual tiles - typically 12"x12" … [Read more...] about Travertine Paver Patio Installers in Virginia – What to Know
Understanding Flagstone: Sawcut, Thermaled, and Chiseled Edges
You've decided to use flagstone in the landscape. Good call! You may not be done making decisions, however. If the stone will be used in an … [Read more...] about Understanding Flagstone: Sawcut, Thermaled, and Chiseled Edges
Fredericksburg Pool, Patio & Pergola Design
This week I stopped off to check in with a landscape design client in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This is probably one of my favorite projects of the … [Read more...] about Fredericksburg Pool, Patio & Pergola Design
Landscape Design Lessons from a Newport Mansion
Several weeks ago MJ and I made the drive to Rhode Island for my niece's high school graduation. We stayed an extra day so we could celebrate my mom's … [Read more...] about Landscape Design Lessons from a Newport Mansion