LandscapeAdvisor

Why Consider Masonry Steps Over Wood? Whether you are deciding on steps as part of new construction or to replace existing wood steps, these are 3 aspects to consider: Longevity Upkeep & maintenance Safety Longevity.  I often mention the wearing affects of exposure and the outdoor elements on everything in the landscape.   From a practical [...]

Stone steps come in all styles.  Essentially their role is to get you from one level to another. In good landscape design, how stone steps look is as important as how they function.  Frankly, that should be the case of every element in a well-designed landscape. When we speak of the function for steps, it’s [...]

Observe and Conceptualize You probably already have a notion as to what you want or need in your landscape.  And if you’re a designer you’ve probably interviewed the homeowner to understand their desires.  This is important information, but you should not let those wishes (and even requirements) constrain your initial thinking of the site. Keeping [...]