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Choosing Between a Fire Pit & Outdoor Fireplace? - Consider These Things
Published on Thursday, December 05, 2024
If you're looking to add a fire feature to your outdoor living space in Michigan, there are two options that stand out: fire pits and outdoor fireplaces. While both will provide the same function, which is to give off heat so you can enjoy your outdoor space even when it gets chilly, they have some differences that set them apart from one another. So, how do you decide between the two? You need to consider things like how much space you have on your property, if you want to accommodate ...
A Retaining Wall Can Add to the Beauty & Functionality of Your Property
Published on Sunday, December 01, 2024
If you have a sloped area on your property in Michigan, it can be challenging to maximize the space. Fortunately, that's where retaining walls come in! Retaining walls are functional features that help prevent soil erosion and turn sloped land into flat, usable space. Not only that, but they can also double as seating walls for convenient, built-in places to sit while you enjoy your outdoor living space! Retaining walls aren't just functional - they're stylish, too! You can...
2D vs 3D Design Renderings - Which Is Right for Your Landscaping Project?
Published on Monday, November 25, 2024
When embarking on a landscaping project for your property in Michigan, it can be challenging to envision how your outdoor space will look once the installation is complete. Fortunately, you have two design rendering options that can help: 2D and 3D. While both renderings provide previews of the finished product, they do so differently. For example, 2D renderings offer flat, general representations of your landscape, providing an overview of its layout. On the other hand, 3D renderings are...
New Privacy Hedges & Other Landscape Elements in Chesterfield, MI
Published on Friday, November 22, 2024
When our clients in Chesterfield, MI, came to us, they were looking to spruce up their landscape and make the area around their home more attractive. They had a great outdoor area, which meant we had a nice canvas to work with. For this project, we installed a stone retaining wall on one side of their property. This retaining wall doubled as a planter bed where we added privacy hedges to give them a nice, natural fence that added color to their landscape. Decorative rocks were also installed as ...
Here’s What to Expect When You Schedule a Landscape Design Service
Published on Sunday, November 17, 2024
When you sign up for a landscape design service for your property in Michigan, you can expect professionals to come out and meet with you to discuss your goals and vision for the project. During this initial consultation, they'll listen to what you want so that they can create a custom plan that meets your needs. Then, they'll generate either a 2D or 3D rendering of the design, depending on which will be more beneficial for your project, to give you a visual representation of how...
Outdoor Living Space in Washington, MI With a Patio, Fire Pit, Plantings & More
Published on Monday, September 16, 2024
Our client in Washington, MI, had a gorgeous property and wanted us to enhance their outdoor living space. For this project, we built a patio and fire pit made with high-quality materials. Our crew also added a boulder border along the patio to separate it from the pool area. Then, we installed outdoor steps made from stone slabs on the side of the house that led to the backyard area. After that, we installed landscape beds around the house and filled them with various plants and flowers for a...
Too Much Fertilizer Can Be a Bad Thing - Don’t Overfertilize Your Lawn!
Published on Tuesday, September 10, 2024
One of the most common lawn care mistakes that property owners in Michigan make is overfertilizing their lawns. When you use too much fertilizer, you can cause a lot of damage to your grass and waste money in the process! Overfertilization occurs when you apply too much fertilizer at once or give your lawn multiple applications throughout the year that contain too much nitrogen. This excess product causes fertilizer burn on your grass and leads to fertilizer runoff, which pollutes...
Keep an Eye on Your Pets During Tick Season to Keep Them Protected
Published on Tuesday, September 03, 2024
With the tick season in full swing here in Michigan, it's crucial to keep an eye on your pets. Ticks can latch onto them and make their way into various parts of their body, so you want to be thorough when checking for them. You can rub your fingers slowly through their fur to feel for any bumps or swollen areas, but don't just check their torso; also look between their toes, around their legs, inside their ears, and all over their face and neck. If you spot a tick on your pet,...
Adding an Outdoor Kitchen to Your Property? Consider These 3 Things!
Published on Wednesday, July 31, 2024
An outdoor kitchen is a great addition to any property, especially during the warm summer months here in Michigan. If you're thinking about adding one to your outside space, there are some things that you should consider. First, you need to think about the climate where you live and choose materials that can withstand it. Second, you should add amenities that will make using your outdoor kitchen easier and more convenient for you. Third, if you plan on using your outdoor kitchen at...
Will a Patio Increase the Value of Your Property?
Published on Tuesday, July 23, 2024
A well-built patio can be a great addition to your outdoor space in Michigan and is an investment that's worth it. If you plan on selling your property in the future, investing in one now is also a good idea because they usually add 8% - 10% value to a property, with roughly an 80% return on investment (ROI). However, not all patios are created equal, so choosing quality materials, like pavers or concrete, for yours will help increase its value and ensure it lasts long. You'll also ...
