I guess we're on a wall kick this week (but not kicking walls-- that would hurt). In our previous post, we mentioned covering up unsightly exterior walls with pretty vines. But not all walls are obstacles. For example, retaining walls can be quite beautiful if done right by Phase One Landscapes. Oh yes! "Retaining wall" isn't a bad word-- we're not talking... [Read more...]
Your garden probably has every square foot of land planned and appropriately covered with just the right amount of trees, plants, flowers and other features. Pathways, slopes and structures such as pergolas are properly dressed. But there is one boring spot, one eyesore, that leaves you at a loss-- an exterior wall. The wall may belong to your home, or perhaps... [Read more...]
As the temperatures get warmer, we'll be spending more time outside, particularly in our backyards-- grilling, lounging, reading. If you're doing these activities at night, you'll need sufficient lighting that is safe yet not overbearing-- we don't want the house to burn down; and we don't want to kill a mood or disturb the neighbors. Whether it's a few spotlights... [Read more...]
