It was time to reclaim what was mine. I swung my Hori knife like a machete, slicing through thick stalks of pokeweed and tangles of morning glory vines. Woody saplings fell before … [Read more...]
One That Got Away: Challenging Retaining Wall in DC
One of my favorite things to do on this blog is to profile recent projects. It's a fun opportunity to show what's possible, and maybe brag a little. Hey, my clients let me create … [Read more...]
What Makes Danver Stainless Steel Cabinetry So Great?
In the past year I decided to become a dealer for Danver stainless steel cabinets. I get approached many times a year by companies who want me to hawk their products, so what made … [Read more...]
Replacing Storm Damaged Trees in Virginia, Maryland, or DC
Well, it looks like Winter Storm Titan!!! (cue dramatic music) is fizzling out already, but that's not to say it didn't bring ice and snow with it. Luckily it's still early enough … [Read more...]
Can a Built-In Charcoal Grill Be Installed in an Outdoor Kitchen?
I'm a charcoal snob. It's one of the reasons why I really only deal with the higher end gas grills, because an infra-red sear burner is the only way to get the same sort of awesome … [Read more...]
Why Landscape Design for Plant Collectors is So Haaaaaaaaard (and How to Make a Cohesive Collection)
One can break landscape design clients into general categories. There are the "I don't care whatever you want" types; the ones who are excited about the project and invested in the … [Read more...]
Will an online design forum make you hate your yard?
The internet is great. I mean, where else do you get to see stuff like this? I spend a good bit of time online, as my social media activity (it's all for work!) will attest, … [Read more...]
Good neighbors don’t plant running bamboo!
I'll admit that I'm not always the most extroverted person. When we visited the beautiful Annefield Vineyards in Saxe, Virginia, the thought of an old house in the middle of 100 … [Read more...]
Do I Have Color Options for Flagstone Walks and Patios?
If you live in Virginia, Maryland, or DC and someone says "flagstone patio", what comes to mind? Something that looks like this, maybe? I'd wager at least 90% of the flagstone … [Read more...]
What Concrete Paver Goes with My Brick House?
I get asked that question a lot, as you can imagine. After all, Virginians love their brick homes, so I design a lot of patios for brick homes. I always look at two things: color … [Read more...]
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