Here’s a couple of ideas to give you some inspiration when speaking to your Landscape Architect or coming up with your own home landscaping design.

After over 30 years of designing landscapes, I can tell you that there are definitely rules to follow for good design.

Simply put, lakeshore properties require unique care.

We've thought of a few ways for you to cut back on the maintenance and still have gorgeous residential landscaping that the neighbors will envy.

I love, love, love perennials! How can I possibly choose some favorites to incorporate into my back yard landscape design?

Enjoy the great outdoors right in your own backyard with your own fabulous outdoor living space.

A patio is one of the most used things that you’ll ever invest in for your yard. Other than a walk to the door, a patio is lived on so it gets a lot of use. What type of patio do you want? Well, to help you with your patio design, here’s a few points to consider.

Oftentimes, patios need to be planned along with steps. This is because the patio will need a large, level area, and if the grade isn’t completely level to begin with, steps will need to be part of the patio landscaping.

Lakeshore property owners will oftentimes want a sandy beach for summer enjoyment. This type of a project will involve DES (Department of Environmental Services) permitting, and most likely, the hiring of a Landscape Contractor.

If you are planning any project within 250’ of the lake, you must be sure you get any necessary permits in place before you begin your project. It’s not just lakes either, so be aware of where DES (Department of Environmental Services) has jurisdiction (wetlands for example).