Sometimes it can be difficult to arrive home after a long day of work (or walk away from your remote working space) and find yourself still in the fray by all the ‘home’ things that need your attention. Inner Gardens take you to nature before transitioning you into the next thing you do. This is […]
Landscape Design
Moon Gardens
“By the light of the silvery moon…” is the topic of this month’s landscape design blog post. Moon gardens are an especially nice kind of garden to have within the greater landscape because of year-round interest and a whole new perspective on the outdoor environment for homeowners and visitors alike. A moon garden uses primarily […]
Ready for your long-dreamed of outdoor kitchen? It’s time to add big value to your home!
Outdoor kitchen are much more than trendy must-haves and outdoor eye-candy. Quite the opposite! Outdoor kitchens: Have been around since man discovered fire Fun to cook in Save electricity/gas/air conditioning Doesn’t heat up your kitchen and house on hot days Outdoor grilling, roasting, and smoking are all healthy-for-you cooking methods Easy to use, and easy […]
Add a little Zen to your landscape with Japanese inspired landscape design
Many who know Outdoor Craftsmen Landscape Design don’t know that its roots are steeped in a strong aesthetic of Asian-inspired calm and the thoughtful use of earth’s elements fire, water, stone, wood, and metal. Outdoor Craftsmen’s founder Scott Deemer has long been drawn to Asian garden influences, including feng shui and a peaceful, contemplative approach […]
Landscaping around a deck
We are frequently asked to tackle challenging landscape design problems. Outdoor Craftsmen are experts at providing solutions that really work for our clients with unique issues like grading, poor drainage, unsightly views, and bad soil. One request we get a lot is for landscape design around a deck. Landscaping around a deck can go […]
Planting Trees Leads to Reduced Depression and Loneliness
One thing rarely talked about in the landscape industry is the positive impact landscaping has on mental health. Even the smallest patches of greenery can be beneficial. Trees located within 300 feet of a home showed a reduced risk of the residents being prescribed antidepressants. Noticeable reduction in noise and pollution Measurable societal impacts such […]
