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A Trellis Screen For A Narrow Space A trellis screen is an effective tool in a landscape designer’s toolbox. It is often the “go-to” solution for providing privacy and screening in a narrow space. A trellis screen combined with climbing plants can give you a vertical garden of almost any height. Some fence companies can [...]

After the cabana was framed, the exterior plywood sheathing went up and that really defined the form of the building. We could now see its basic design, scale & proportion on the site. The roof would be a prominent feature, especially approaching from the upper level of the property. The architect specified a simulated slate [...]

I’m currently working on a design for the toddler’s play area at a school. One of the requirements is to have an area where the children could get out of the sun for awhile. But we also realized this protected spot could serve as a staging area where parents would come to pick the kids [...]

The roof can be a major feature in putting together the total look of your home. I’m sure you would agree that a slate roof can give an incomparable look, but with it comes inherent issues: Weight considerations. Slate is heavy. The building’s framing must be able to support it. Maintenance. As a natural material [...]