With over 55 years in both residential and commercial design, Studio H Landscape Architecture prides their business on eco-friendly, creative ideas that address modern design challenges to deliver high-quality results specific to client needs. Along with his designers from his team, such as the talented Tolalf Larson, Studio H principal Warwick Hunt uses the latest sustainable products and practices to offer a premium, cost-efficient design service from concept to construction. We spoke with designer Tolalf Larson to get a professional perspective on relevant landscape architecture trends today.
The cooler weather and changing leaves of fall make October an ideal time for an outdoor gathering of family and friends. The unique flavors of the season are accentuated by the grill, and even though days are shorter, everyone can stay cozy under an outdoor patio heater or near a small fire pit.
Cedar Springs Landscape Group is an award-winning landscape design firm based in southern Ontario. For a quarter century, the Cedar Springs team has designed nature-inspired outdoor living spaces that turn backyards into luxurious home resorts featuring pools, cabanas, fire features, and outdoor heaters.
Summer is the perfect time to make improvements on your outdoor living space. With longer days, gentler weather, and seasonal activities like barbecues and pool parties as inspiration, it doesn’t require a lot of extra motivation to get the tools out and spend a Saturday building an exciting new addition to your outdoor rooms.
Mosaic Outdoor Living and Colorado Custom Decks specialize in patios, decks, outdoor living rooms, and landscape design. Founded in 1985 by Gail and Garth Hystad, the design and build firm believes that outdoor living is an art, and their design work capitalizes on the natural beauty of their home state of Colorado.
Last Sunday night in Baton Rouge, LA, our lifestyle model Olivia Jordan competed against fifty other women for the title of Miss USA. Competition was fierce, so we were thrilled when the 26-year-old Tulsa native and current Miss Oklahoma won the crown!
Hot dogs are a summer staple when planning the menu for weekend picnics, Independence Day celebrations and backyard barbecues. They’re easy to cook, taste great on the grill and are surprisingly versatile. Epicurean hot dogs are becoming increasingly trendy at top restaurants, but we think they taste best when surrounded by family and friends in your own backyard.
One of our favorite signs of spring is the scent of charcoal smoke wafting through neighborhood backyards as families ready their grills for the first cookout of the season. Dining al fresco is a great way to spend time with family and friends, enjoying nature and trying out new recipes. Plus, according to a report from the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, 54% of Americans say they make healthier, fresher food choices when they cook outdoors
Last week the DIY Network debuted Mega Decks, a new series about luxury outdoor living spaces constructed by Gail and Garth Hyland’s innovative deck and landscaping company Colorado Custom Decks. The construction team’s architectural challenges include building incredible fire features, outdoor entertainment systems, waterfalls and water features, pergolas and outdoor kitchens. The decks they build are unparalleled in terms of amenities, comfort, and design. They also feature Infratech heaters.
Temperatures are rising, flowers are blooming, and local farmers markets are bursting with colorful produce. Spring is here, which means it’s time to sweep up the patio, light up the grill and get ready for the outdoor entertaining season.
