Category Archives: Landscape Architecture

Written on June 1, 2014 at 2:00 pm, by Fresh Project – Syn Grass

With the moss rock planters complete and fountains finished up, the next phase was ready to begin. The original plan called for crusher fines inside the courtyard as the homeowners really wanted an open space that would allow for different seating areas....

Written on June 1, 2014 at 1:59 pm, by Why a Landscape Plan is Important

Would you trust anyone to remodel your house based on a mere 15 minute sketch? The same is true for your yard. Functional and beautiful landscapes add value not only to your home but also your lifestyle, but the keyword...

Written on June 1, 2014 at 1:20 pm, by Fresh Project – Planters

Due the size and aggressive root system  of the existing tree, I decided to add several raised planters in the interior of the courtyard. The varying heights add interest to the overall design but the main consideration was giving the new...

Written on June 1, 2014 at 12:50 pm, by Southwestern Garden Escape

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Written on June 1, 2014 at 12:45 pm, by Fresh Project – Courtyard Wall

After completion of the new front walk, it is time to begin work on the new courtyard wall, starting with the digging and pouring of the footings. Luckily, no large roots from the existing mulberry tree were encountered along the way...

Written on August 3, 2013 at 2:09 am, by Backyard Pathfinder

By Rick Nathanson, Journal Staff Writer, Albuquerque Journal A great lover of the simple pleasures of nature, 19th-century poet and philosopher Henry David Thoreau advised people to “pursue some path, however narrow and crooked, in which you can walk with love and...