Story of a Landscape is a web-exclusive series that gives an intimate look at an inspiring landscape design project from start to finish, including challenges overcome and how to accommodate clients’ requests.
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Story Of A Landscape: Country Club Expands Outdoor Area With Patio
Team effort combines elements in a small space for a successful hardscape install.
Story Of A Landscape: Installing A Movable Hardscape For A Commercial Client
A unique property situation required this contractor to think creatively about a hardscape installation on concrete.
Story Of A Landscape: Patio Brings “Wow Factor” To Wisconsin Pool Project
A multi-tiered process created this award-winning pool and patio project.
Story Of A Landscape: Access Adds Challenge To Paver Parking Lot Project
In an area that’s known for its rainfall, this paver installation was intended to solve drainage issues.
Story Of A Landscape: Logistics Challenges For University Of Texas Green Roof
It’s a rare job where logistics doesn’t play some part in the mix. When you’re working seven stories in the air in a crowded...
Story Of A Landscape: Porcelain Pavers Provide Stage For Concrete Water Table Installation
This California project, featuring a custom-made water table, was completed for charity and won an award from HNA.
Story Of A Landscape: Intricate Design For Concrete Paver Plaza In Raleigh
Sometimes the simplest-looking things can be complicated — and visa versa. Take the concrete paver plaza Morrisville, North Carolina-based Fred Adams Paving Co., did...
Story Of A Landscape: County Regulation Prompts Prize-Winning Permeable Project
This multi-phase job in Wisconsin replaced wood with permeable pavers.
Story Of A Landscape: Reflective Wall, Fire Pit Highlight Elegant Entertainment Space
Client seeks and receives a prize-winning landscape
Story Of A Landscape: Maintaining The FCA Corporate Campus In Michigan
Sitting atop a sprawling 504-acre campus, the Chrysler World Headquarters and Technology Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan, houses all facets of automotive production, from...
Story Of A Landscape: Anchoring Porcelain Pavers For A Chicago Deck Installation
Regular followers of the Hardscape North America awards may have noticed a new product on the list this year. For the first time, the...
Story Of A Landscape: Renovating Enclosed Courtyards Without Access
No access means no problem for Monello Landscape Industries for enclosed courtyards at senior living facilities.
Story Of A Landscape: Hardscape Palette Sets Southwest Tone For New England Property
Occasionally, landscape companies get strange requests. Case in point: the Pasqualonis, who wanted their backyard in South Windsor Connecticut to look like a little...
Story Of A Landscape: Transforming A Neglected Yard In A Historic District
Following guidelines in a historic district can make a landscape redesign challenging.
Story Of A Landscape: Uncommon Plants, Rainwater Harvesting Create Sustainable School Garden
Sometimes, not even being a prize-winner can save a landscape from demolition. Just ask Mark Fockele, owner of Fockele Garden Co., based in Gainsville,...
Story Of A Landscape: Outdoor Kitchen Installation With Lake Views
This outdoor kitchen and fire pit were installed for this Georgia home to enjoy the lake view.
Story Of A Landscape: Bringing New Purpose To A Small Backyard
Gaining access to this small backyard was challenging during the renovation process.
Readers’ Picks: Top 5 ‘Story Of A Landscape’ Features
Check out these top “Story of a Landscape” projects.
Story Of A Landscape: Opening Up A Small Backyard
A contemporary, linear design completely changed this Georgia backyard.
Story Of A Landscape: Dual Prize-Winning Project Built On A Foundation Of Drainage
Not only does the renovation of this property match the architecture of the home, the foundation of the project is rooted in the extensive drainage and grading.