DIY modern bench

Don’t get me wrong. When it comes to hardscape materials, I love using natural stones, pebbles, or luxury pavers to elevate a yard. But there’s nothing quite as versatile as good ‘ole concrete. Case in point: The concrete and wood bench you see here. For starters, concrete is affordable. It’s also strong. For slabs, walkways, […]
3 tips for building a DIY creekbed

There are so many reasons to consider a dry creekbed in your yard. I love it as a way to create definition and interest in an outdoor space. It also brings a natural look by creating pockets for plants and accent boulders. However, maybe the most important thing is its ability to slow down and/or […]
The benefits of front yard trees

Working in landscaping for so many years has taught me that sometimes people just prefer to remove trees than just work around them. This happened with one of our potential clients. They wanted to remove their 50-year-old magnolia tree, flatten the yard and replace it all with one layer of gravel. Although this might seem […]