Monday, 27 July 2015
A previous post outlined some of the ways in which we can embrace sustainable developments on our landscapes and this piece will discuss more techniques as we gear towards sustainable landscapes.
Reduced lawn areas/lawnless landscapes
In recent developments,the lawn is a prominent feature of
most...
Saturday, 25 July 2015
Achieving sustainable landscapes is based on careful planning and attained through various strategies and techniques that are eco-friendly.Some landscape architectural practices have been proven beyond doubt that to embrace a certain level of sustainability while maintaining the visual appeal as well...
Tuesday, 21 July 2015
"Going Green" has been a Global slogan meant to enhance livelihoods by advocating for the creation of environments that are sustainable in terms of conservation while still maintaining efficiency.Current landscape trends are a reflection of how well sustainability can be achieved while still creating...
Tuesday, 14 July 2015
Monday, 13 July 2015
In a previous post, we discussed the tips to consider when selecting
trees for your landscape. In that light, it will be important to narrow down to
some of the primary functions of trees and tree types based on their
characteristics.
Specimen/ornamental trees
These trees are planted in the landscape...
For most homeowners, the idea of including a nicely crafted
garden is quite evident as it complements the building and creates such a
natural atmosphere. Planting materials such as trees, shrubs and ground covers
are often considered to add the perfect finish to a garden since they bring out
some...
Sunday, 12 July 2015
photo courtesy of bing
While much goes into the design of the house, little thought
is given into the outdoor environment. For most home owners, a few plants in
the compound-randomly placed define the landscape. However, there is more to
planting than this. Although, not the only approach to designing...
Friday, 10 July 2015
In recent developments, there is the urge to include a good
landscape design to complement the
architecture owing to the fact that the
outdoor precedes the indoor space. While a lot of effort in terms of planning
and design goes into the buildings, less thought is given to the outdoor
spaces
resulting...
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