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 […]
Landscape Ideas and Tips
You aren’t imagining it, summers ARE getting hotter
According to a New York Times article, this summer’s scorching heat in America and across the globe are now the norm. Researchers have found that most summers are now in the ‘hot’ or ‘extremely hot’ category when compared to the mid-20th century. Extreme heat is difficult for most of us to deal with, and during […]
Tree TLC
We are often asked when it’s best to examine trees and look for signs of health trouble, and when to prune and thin branches so the tree can breathe and get optimal sunlight. It’s a great question. Outdoor Craftsmen landscape designers recommend hiring professionals to get your trees in top shape (they are after all […]
How to ‘green’ your landscape
In the landscape industry we like to say we have always been in the ‘green’ industry. While this is true, it also has a kind of double meaning. At Outdoor Craftsmen we actively work on behalf of all our clients to implement practices that can make a difference in reducing carbon in the atmosphere. We […]
Feng Shui in the Landscape
Feng Shui is the practice of arranging your environment to maintain and build chi, which the Chinese believe is the positive energy flow that connects all things. Thoughtfully arrange your environment and reduce your outdoor clutter, which blocks natural energy flow, and you can enhance your life, increase comfort, and attract positivity into your life. […]
The best gifts are thoughtful (landscape projects) gifts
How could you possibly go wrong giving a gift to that special someone that doubles as an outstanding investment in a property, is sure to be used and appreciated for years to come, is extremely long-lasting (like, for decades), and seriously one-of-a-kind? Not to mention guaranteed to be a true surprise and serious success. The […]
