Color Talk Go for color. Use bright color like melon, fuschia and lemon-yellow to pop against the green. The inclination to use green botanical prints in a garden setting is a natural one, but they will disappear when surrounded by shrubs and plantings. Trash Talk Don’t forget to place an attractive trash can nearby to prevent trash from piling up... [Read more...]
It’s important to know that when it comes to deck design and layout, the conventional rectangle shape is a thing of the past. Residential Design + Build reports that decks are not a "one size fits all" deal. According to research, ... "homeowners can take up to two years from the time they think about their deck until the time they actually pull the trigger... [Read more...]
This is the time of year when outdoor living trends will be all over the blogosphere. We know, because just last week we told you all about how outdoor kitchens are coming on strong in 2011. Now the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) has released their Residential Trends Survey. Included are some very promising finds. ASLA asked a group of professional... [Read more...]