It’s not unusual that a pathway is needed over ground that is sloped. You might ask yourself just how steep of a pitch can I make the walk. You might also be considering steps as part of your solution. Let me first suggest tell you that you need to measure the elevations (vertical heights) in the [...]
Continue reading...Friday, November 20, 2009
In the last post for this project we saw the sonotube footings beneath the four corners of the concrete slab. When the decorative stone & brickwork is complete, each footing will secure and support a pavilion column. Within the 12″ wide bluestone border is a row of brick to visually tie-in the surrounding brick patio. The [...]
Continue reading...Tuesday, November 10, 2009
It Starts With The Footings The homeowners wanted a garden structure that would echo the style of their home and offer cover for those wanting to get out of the sun. I suggested they consider the Heritage Pavilion by Dalton Pavilions. They chose a 14 X 18′ model, but with single columns on the corners. The 3 [...]
Continue reading...Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Flagpoles Are A Classic Property Feature Well the article title probably gives it away, but I happen to love the idea of integrating a flagpole into the landscape. Come on, you have to agree! How often do we hear and read about the importance of using “focal points” in our landscape designs?…Strategically and in good taste [...]
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Sunday, June 20, 2010
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