“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 […]
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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 […]
We’re Outdoor Craftsmen – your landscape dream team
Outdoor Crafstmen has achieved the vision of being the premier landscape design and build company in Boulder County. We create exceptional designs for every home, tailoring each project to the individual aesthetic of the homeowner, the architecture of the home, the lifestyle/function they desire, and the investment they are making. Our most noteworthy projects are […]
Dark Skies and Outdoor Lighting
We have the extraordinary privilege of living where there are still dark skies. Go outside on a clear dark night and you’ll see the Milky Way. Over 80% of the world no longer sees it in their sky. Let’s protect and preserve ours! The premise of dark sky community is simple: us the right amount […]