If you want to add height, texture, color, or beauty to any area of your landscape, go big. Oversized planters look natural in a landscape in addition to looking like sculpture or outdoor art. We use very large pots that hold up elements year after year (frost-proof) and are water-wise when possible. Very large pots […]
Garden Structures
Fences make good neighbors
Robert Frost penned that proverb in his poem Mending Wall in 1914, and it still rings true today. Fencing enjoys a strong popularity ranking against other outdoor structures and it’s not surprising to our designers here at Outdoor Craftsmen. We estimate that about 95% of our clients mention some sort of privacy issue (or opportunity) […]
Stone creates our most spectacular landscapes
Fire, water, stone, color, textures, and smell all stimulate the senses – this is my palette. I bring it all together using nature as inspiration. Environmental stewardship is key. We are water-wise, environmentally friendly, and definitely make the world a more beautiful place. – Scott Deemer, President + Founder of Outdoor Craftsmen Outdoor Craftsmen’s signature […]
Serve up the landscape while making a statement
What’s on trend this year in the landscape and gardening realm? Some of the most sought-after design elements are wonderful additions to an intentionally curated outdoor environment. Gardens as totally organic experiences – clients are opting to include fruit trees and vegetable gardens in their landscape now that organic produce is in high demand. Outdoor […]
Mind the Views
Some of our favorite landscape designs cater to the stunning views our clients have from vantage points inside and outside of their homes. The most picturesque landscapes complement the surrounding scenery, combining amazing landscape design with breathtaking views of a cityscape, mountains, desert, or rolling hills. Striking outdoor spaces are extremely detailed in their planning, […]
The beauty of Chrysanthemums in the November garden
The summer annuals helping to fill your landscape with added color and interest tuckered out (finally!) with our recent first snow of the year. Until last week they may have already been leggy and exchanged blooming for making seeds. Trusty perennials that likely offered a second show this balmy fall have now withered and are […]