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6 days ago | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |Urban Design |FormLa Landscaping |Sustainable Multifunctional Landscapes
ConcreteConcrete rightly deserves its status as a go-to hardscaping material. It’s a durable, stable surface that holds up well under all kinds of weather and regular foot traffic. Your choices include cast-in-place concrete or precast concrete pavers. Cast-in-place concrete can be either a continuous surface or a series of smaller pads. It is generally less expensive than pavers and doesn’t require an edge once the concrete has set. Cast-in-place concrete.
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3 weeks ago | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |FormLa Landscaping |Benjamin Vogt
Isara Ongwiseth, FormLA Landscaping, Los AngelesSouthern California may be known for its generally mild climate, but it also experiences climate events such as extended droughts, wildfires and landslides. That’s why Isara Ongwiseth prioritizes resilient native plants when designing any garden there. Fortunately, he has lots of options. “Los Angeles has more than 3,000 indigenous plants that can help people achieve almost any aesthetic they prefer,” Ongwiseth says. Focus on diversity.
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1 month ago | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |Rodwin Architecture |Skycastle Homes |FormLa Landscaping
Why Resilient Design MattersResiliency adds an important layer to a landscape, both in the immediate future and in the long term. “It not only enhances the aesthetic and functional qualities of the design, but [the landscape] also becomes a dynamic system capable of enduring and thriving in the face of environmental variability,” says Denver-area landscape designer Joseph Bloom of Environmental Designs.
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Feb 9, 2025 | 
houzz.com | Elena Vega |FormLa Landscaping |Annie Thornton |Kate Burt
“After” photos by Nathalie PriemBefore: A tall tree of heaven growing up from the ground floor and a dumbwaiter connecting to a kitchen one floor below were two big advantages of this North London terrace. It also got a lot of wind and had no apparent purpose, however. The homeowners took the recommendation of a neighbor who’d found Georgia Lindsay Garden Design on Houzz and hired the firm to design an inviting escape worthy of the view.
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Jan 5, 2025 | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |FormLa Landscaping
5 Landscape Renovation Challenges and How Pros Resolved ThemLandscape pros created beautiful, hardworking solutions when their projects threw them curveballsMarianne LipanovichJanuary 5, 2025Houzz Contributor. I'm a California-based writer and editor. While most of my projects are garden-based, you might also find me writing about home projects and classical music. Away from the computer, I'm found in the garden (naturally), on my bike, or ice-skating outdoors (yes, that is possible in California).
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Mar 31, 2024 | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |J Christopher Architecture |FormLa Landscaping |Rodwin Architecture
Landscape pros design beautiful and hardworking gardens that effectively drain and manage rainwater and runoffMarianne LipanovichMarch 30, 2024Houzz Contributor. I'm a California-based writer and editor. While most of my projects are garden-based, you might also find me writing about home projects and classical music. Away from the computer, I'm found in the garden (naturally), on my bike, or ice-skating outdoors (yes, that is possible in California).
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Mar 21, 2024 | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |FormLa Landscaping |Building Modern |RW Anderson Homes
Permeable paving offers an alternative to concrete or other solid materials you might consider for the walking, relaxing or dining areas in your yard. In fact, some locales may even require it. Choosing a pervious ground material for at least some of your outdoor surfaces can improve your yard’s drainage, percolate stormwater, keep runoff out of storm drains and beautify your space. To get the ideas flowing, check out these 15 spaces on Houzz that feature a variety of permeable paving options. 1.
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Mar 13, 2024 | 
houzz.com | Amanda Pollard |Practicality Brown |FormLa Landscaping |Amanda Shipman
Landscapes have come into their own in recent years, with more of us embracing the abundant uses of our outdoor spaces. We increasingly see our yard as a habitat for wildlife, a place that boosts well-being and a space to grow plants for food. And, if our trend predictions for 2024 are anything to go by, this shows no signs of waning. Read on to find out what landscape professionals on Houzz are forecasting for the year ahead. 1.
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Jan 22, 2024 | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |FormLa Landscaping |Athyrium Design
Picking the right plants is often the first thing people think of when planning an easy-care landscape. Carefully choosing hardscape and finishing materials also can go a long way toward reducing maintenance and enhancing outdoor enjoyment. We spoke with 11 landscape professionals from eight design firms to learn about the materials they use for patios, decks, paths, raised beds, walls and driveways that will cut down on cleanup and add plenty of style. Read their advice below. 1.
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Jul 10, 2023 | 
houzz.com | Marianne Lipanovich |FormLa Landscaping |JMJ Studios
An initial landscape design consultation often kicks off an outdoor renovation. You may have started the process over the phone or online, but now you’ll be meeting potential design pros for the first time, sharing your project goals and getting a sense of what’s possible for your space within your budget. We spoke with professionals on Houzz for their tips on what to expect from a landscape consultation, how to prepare and other considerations to ensure that your project gets off to a good start.
