It is important to show your lawn some love in the fall. This will significantly impact how it performs during the spring and summer of next year. Falling in love with your lawn care is a great way of ensuring that you do not neglect your yard as the leaves fall and the temperature gets cooler. Below are some lawn care tips that can be...
Read MoreStanding at the entrance to the massive culverts over the Ashtabula River, one can’t help but wonder why providence selects some of the world’s most beautiful spots as the stages for grizzly disasters. It was at this spot, a short walk from East 24th Street in Ashtabula, that 97 persons lost their lives in the Ashtabula Train Disaster of Dec. 29, 1876....
Read MoreThe outdoor design and landscaping trends for summer 2016 are truly a reflection of the lifestyle trends happening all around. Below are some 2016 summer landscaping trends: Sustainable Design. Less turf grass, drought-tolerant plants and low-maintenance gardens are now the norm in landscape design. It is now customary for many homeowners to incorporate a sustainable design into their landscaping plan. This is done...
Read MoreThis Brecksville backyard received a complete makeover, turning it into a socialite paradise. The old pool decking and coping were removed and a gleaming Travertine patio installed. Plenty of couch style seating and umbrellas invite guests to be comfortable, while enjoying the view. Additionally, a unique and custom built two-level bar was constructed adjacent to the pool. The bar integrates a...
Read MoreThese Aurora homeowners were dreaming of a way to spice up their backyard pool. Construction of a pavilion and walkway to the pool took form, beginning with a stamped concrete base. The calming pavilion is outfitted in cedar with supporting stone pillars, giving it a cabin feel. Spotlights mounted on the outside of the vaulted roof encourage the fun to continue...
Read MoreThis family in Roaming Shores, OH with three young boys, lived on an extensive, grassy backyard. They were looking for a dynamic way to integrate their land with the lake. The hillside was excavated to allow for the construction of a lakeside paver patio, encircled by greenery. Large boulders join the patio with the existing dock. A retaining wall was constructed,...
Read MoreThese North Royalton homeowners dreamed of an in-ground pool and backyard renovation. A stamped concrete patio occupied first on the list, adjacent to a play area for children and a relaxing fire pit. The customized pool borders the house, while an outdoor kitchen incorporates a serving bar and grill right into the brand new deck. The family can also get their...
Read MoreThis full yard renovation in Russell began with the addition of raised garden beds and a fruit orchard in the front yard. Incorporating the natural slope of the land, a perfectly manicured par three golf hole was conceived, complete with a putting green and bunkers. In the back of the house, an existing brick patio was removed in order to build...
Read MoreTo begin work on this Roaming Shores lakeside retreat, a previous, dilapidated deck was torn down in order to accommodate a custom designed deck. The adjacent patio is anchored to the deck with large boulders and a set of reclaimed sandstone steps connects the two, adding levels. Metal railings were selected to line the deck because they complement the style of...
Read MoreThis Hudson house received both a front yard and backyard makeover. The formerly bland front of the property was renovated to a grand entrance with a new walkway, using primarily paver stone with a bluestone inset for style. The beds and plants were placed to frame the walkway. In the back, a custom designed patio and deck were installed. A composite...
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