--- title: "James Martin Associates — Landscape Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/james-martin-associates-pfvwus-pf~813778795 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~813778795.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "James Martin Associates" category: ["Landscape Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f483fc550da8b081_9217-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "59 East US Hwy 45, Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061, United States" latitude: 42.2288 longitude: -87.9719 phone: "(847) 634-1660" website: http://www.jamesmartinassociates.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 54 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 390 last_updated: 2026-11-11 --- # James Martin Associates Original Houzz profile: [James Martin Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/james-martin-associates-pfvwus-pf~813778795) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Contractors - **Location:** Vernon Hills, IL - **Serves:** Evanston, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Skokie, Hoffman Estates, Glenview, Buffalo Grove, Park Ridge, Wheeling, Northbrook, Mundelein, Gurnee, Highland Park, Wilmette, Vernon Hills, Grayslake, Libertyville, Lake Zurich, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Hinsdale, Prospect Heights, Winnetka, Barrington, Hawthorn Woods, Glencoe, Long Grove, Lincolnshire, Inverness, Lake Bluff, Northfield, Lake Barrington, Highwood, South Barrington, Barrington Hills, Kildeer, Green Oaks, Riverwoods, Deer Park, North Barrington, Kenilworth, Port Barrington, Bannockburn, Tower Lake, Indian Creek, Mettawa - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (54 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2012–2020), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Free consultation - Award winning - 44 years in business With over 45 years in business, James Martin Associates is more than just a landscaping firm: We are award-winning landscape professionals that create the beautiful landscape of your dreams and enable the lifestyle you want. We offer Residential Landscape Design and Installation, Residential Landscape Maintenance, Commercial Landscape Maintenance, and Commercial Snow Management. Our core philosophy is to assist our clients in achieving the landscape of their dreams. Tell us what you need and we can make it happen. ### Services Provided - Landscape Construction - Hardscaping - Landscape Maintenance - Garden Design - Patio Construction - Paver Installation - Pergola Construction - Retaining Wall Construction - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Outdoor Lighting Installation - Custom Water Features - Outdoor Fireplace Construction - Landscape Lighting Installation - Concrete Construction - Swimming Pool Construction - Gazebo Design & Construction - Planting - Fence Installation - Brick Masonry - Landscape Drainage System Installation - Sod Installation - Tree Planting - Irrigation System Installation - Trellis Construction - Drip Irrigation Installation - Pond Construction - Land Leveling & Grading - Sprinkler System Installation - Mulching - Shed Design & Construction - Lawn Care - Gate Installation - Arbor Design and Construction - Wood Fence Installation - Organic Gardens - Decorative Concrete - Edible Gardens - Tree Pruning - Lawn Mowing - Irrigation Repair - Holiday Lighting - Hedge Trimming - Driveway Gate Installation - Lawn Aeration - Lawn Treatment & Fertilization - Lawn Seeding - Weed Control - Rototilling ### Areas Served - Evanston - Schaumburg - Arlington Heights - Palatine - Skokie - Hoffman Estates - Glenview - Buffalo Grove - Park Ridge - Wheeling - Northbrook - Mundelein - Gurnee - Highland Park - Wilmette - Vernon Hills - Grayslake - Libertyville - Lake Zurich - Lake Forest - Deerfield - Hinsdale - Prospect Heights - Winnetka - Barrington - Hawthorn Woods - Glencoe - Long Grove - Lincolnshire - Inverness - Lake Bluff - Northfield - Lake Barrington - Highwood - South Barrington - Barrington Hills - Kildeer - Green Oaks - Riverwoods - Deer Park - North Barrington - Kenilworth - Port Barrington - Bannockburn - Tower Lake - Indian Creek - Mettawa ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - $500,000 All pricing is based on your goals and budget. We work with every client to determine the best use of your space, time, and financial goals. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | James Martin Associates | | Address | 59 East US Hwy 45, Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061, United States | | Phone | (847) 634-1660 | | Website | http://www.jamesmartinassociates.com | | Followers on Houzz | 390 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/landscapechicago - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/james-martin-associates - Blog — http://www.jamesmartinassociates.com/landscaping-blog ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [James Martin Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/james-martin-associates-pfvwus-pf~813778795) - **Website:** http://www.jamesmartinassociates.com - **Phone:** (847) 634-1660 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2017 ILCA Gold Award - 2017 NALP Merit Award - 2016 ILCA Gold Award - 2016 NALP Grand Award - 2015 NALP Grand Award - 2015 ILCA Gold Award - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2012–2020), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Landscape Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-landscape-architects-pfvwus-pf~2014062207) - [National Association of Landscape Professionals](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-landscape-professionals-pfvwus-pf~1351514719) - [Illinois Landscape Contractors Association (ILCA)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/illinois-landscape-contractors-association-ilca-pfvwus-pf~975730918) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 54 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Chad Holt, June 2021** > We have been working with JMA for a few years now at our commercial facilities. The service is the best around, the flowers in our landscape look amazing, the metal edging around our walkways is straight as a whistle, and the weed eating is next to none. **★★★★★ — Susan Pennock, June 2019** > The patio and landscaping project completed by Martin Associates went beyond our expectations. A beautiful outdoor space was created and we have received many complements from neighbors. Workers showed up when expected and were courteous and professional, always with an eye to detail. DaShan Williams, our landscape designer, was wonderful to work with. She listened carefully to our ideas, took the time to make modifications as needed and designed a proposal with care and attention. I highly recommend DaShan. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Susan, Thank you so much for the kind words and photos of your new outdoor space. We appreciate your support and would like to thank you for choosing JMA! **★★ — Tamima Itani, May 2019** > I have not been able to get the level of support that is needed for my yard. Three weeks in a row now, the crew has shown up after 2:00 pm when they were supposed to come at 1:00 and have not finished the targeted work. Instead of having my yard ready for planting, I am still dealing with clean up and weeding issues, at the end of May. **★★★★★ — CN Jorgensen, May 2019** > They do beautiful landscape work and maintenance. Always respond to our email and request promptly. Landscape manager to the workers are very friendly and courteous. Highly recommend Martin associates. **★★★★★ — Linda and Ken Bradley, May 2019** > James Martin & Associates have been taking care of our yard for 6 years. Our yard is immensely important to us - we have a mixed wooded and grass yard. Caring for it requires extensive horticultural knowledge and aesthetic sensitivity. Over the years, we've had two Martin managers responsible for our yard care and they've both been fantastic. Their suggestions for care and treatment have yielded outstanding results. They have an understanding that spans the full spectrum from traditional yard/shrubbery/walkway management to fully organic woodlands management. The manager currently responsible for our yard, Vince Callahan, is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, friendly, courteously and thoughtful. The works crews are professional, courteous and go above and beyond. We couldn't be happier. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Linda and Ken, We appreciate your kind words and that you trust JMA with your yard. We will pass the kind words along to Vince! **★★★★★ — Brian Sambor, May 2019** > Martin Associates did a great job bringing design options to us that included areas surrounding our new pool. They were critical in determining grading, creating retaining walls, drainage and pool deck options. They worked with us through the entire process and remained committed to answering our questions well after our project completed. They were friendly, patient, and solution focused with the ability to leverage years of experience and network.. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Thank you Brian! We appreciate the review and hope you are enjoying your beautiful outdoor space! **★★★★★ — Harvey Kantor MD, May 2019** > JMA:s landscape team worked with me to select a mulch, as ground cover and a new bush to replace a dead bush near my front door. These items were recently installed in a careful and decorative fashion. I would recommend JMA to anyone needing landscape services. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Thank you Harvey for the review. We value you as a customer and look forward to future projects. **★★★★★ — Mary Trieschmann, May 2019** > Martin and Associates has been caring for the landscaping needs of the Winnetka Historical Society for years and has done a wonderful job! Check them out! **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Mary, We truly value our relationship we have with the Winnetka Historical Society. Thank you for your support! **★★★★ — Julie Silverstein, May 2019** > Super happy with the quality of work that Martin Associates provides. We have used them for the last 10 years or so for design of large spaces, hardscape, plant and foliage maintenance, weekly maintenance and other one-off projects. They are always professional, they have a pretty deep knowledge of the plants. They work off project estimates so they've never been over budget. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Hi Julie, We are glad to have you as a long time customer and look forward to a long future of projects togeter. **★★★★★ — Maura Cullen, Oct. 2018** > We have used James Martin Associates for the past 5 years. I find them to be responsive, knowledgeable and dependable. Cris Poggi handles our landscaping needs and she is just awesome. I highly recommend this company. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Hi Maura, thank you taking the time to review us! We appreciate the opportunity to be your landscape maintenance provider! **★★★★★ — Maureen Asson, Oct. 2018** > I worked with DaShan Williams at Martin Associates. She was fantastic. She took the time to listen to what we wanted and worked with us on our budget. She always followed up on everything. Great customer service! I definitely would recommend working with her. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Hi Maureen, thank you so much for your kind review! We will definitely pass your feedback onto DaShan! **★★★★★ — Caryn Schuman, Sept. 2018** > James Martin Associates did a stellar job of turning around a poorly conceived, and abysmal looking landscape design, planted by another company, and transforming our property into a gorgeous work of art. We were fortunate to have worked with the "dream team" of Heidi, as Landscape Architect, Rachael, as plant specialist and account manager, and Jim, as our project crew and maintenance manager. These three talented people, along with their > dedicated and extremely hard-working staff, listened to our vision, studied photos supplied by us, and came back with renderings, plant and tree photos, and detailed design plans. We worked cohesively as a team, until everyone was satisfied with the final design. > The JMA team was patient, kind, extremely easy to work with, and stayed within our budget. > The confidence I felt after a couple of brief meetings with Heidi, told me I had made the perfect choice in hiring JMA to redesign and replant our new home landscape project. This large undertaking was completed in less than 4 months. > I am delighted at how beautifully the landscape sets off and complements our house. > The combination of textures, colors and varieties of plants and trees, gives depth and dimension to the property. Each time I drive up to the house, or look out the windows, all I can do is smile. We have been so pleased and impressed with JMA, that we will continue to use their year-round lawn, garden, and snow removal maintenance services. **Comment from James Martin Associates:** > Thank you for this awesome review Caryn! We definitely appreciate you taking the time to give your feedback about the entire project and will pass it onto our team. Thanks again! ## Selected projects - [The Landscaped Gardens of James Martin Associates](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-landscaped-gardens-of-james-martin-associates-pj-vj~13983) - Location: Vernon Hills, IL - Photos: 8 - [Poolside Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/poolside-garden-pj-vj~2179650) - Location: Barrington Hills, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: The homeowners of this pastoral site wanted to create a garden oasis that included a swimming pool and spa. They wanted to take advantage of their wonderful vistas that looked upon their woodland savanna hoping that the new garden would meld with the natural landscape. Inspired by the movie ‘The Secret Garden’, the homeowner also wanted to include a secluded garden to enjoy tea parties with her grandchildren. The initial thought was to place the pool garden uphill, which allowed for greater view… - [Wilmette Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wilmette-residence-pj-vj~13217) - Location: Wilmette, IL - Photos: 6 - Description: When our client purchased this home one of the renovation projects was transforming the backyard into a family outdoor living space. However the first challenge was removing the existing swimming pool that was taking up to much space from the children's play yard. After the pool was properly filled in the Design Team created an outdoor kitchen that included a masonry cook space and granite counter space for eating. Bluestone patios were created defining the Living and Dining spaces. - [Winter Holiday Time](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winter-holiday-time-pj-vj~435087) - Location: Vernon Hills, IL - Photos: 11 - [Lake Forest Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-forest-residence-pj-vj~12857) - Location: Lake Forest, IL - Photos: 13 - Description: The Owners of this distinctive property had a specific vision for how they would like to use their property while maintaining a secluded setting amongst mature oaks. This vision consisted of creating a private family outdoor recreation and entertainment retreat area, a space for small, more intimate gatherings and dinner parties, and an area for entertaining large groups of people for various events. Our design team realigned the driveway and planted large trees and shrubs to screen the garage w… - [Lakeside Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeside-retreat-pj-vj~13343) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 8 - [Tranquil Haven](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tranquil-haven-pj-vj~2179570) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: The homeowners had a custom home that would be detailed from cottages found in Europe, and their hopes would be that the landscape would enhance the house details and also carry out some exciting ideas. One idea was to create a curved front entry from the public walk to the house. In the backyard, the house was designed with contrived basement windows to allow natural light into the lower living spaces. The architect’s initial design for the basement windows was to build terraced landscape walls… - [Casual Elegance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casual-elegance-pj-vj~629106) - Location: Winnetka, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: The homeowners were in the midst of renovating their home, and much of that work was going to affect the landscape. The homeowners knew that they wanted something wonderful for the entry and a backyard that would provide a better entertainment space, but they could only see their ideas in piecemeal form; a yew here, a holly there, gravel area somewhere. They needed the Design Team to help them put it all in a cohesive plan and make it a reality. The Design Team created a plan that worked with th… - [Winnetka Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winnetka-residence-pj-vj~12856) - Location: Winnetka, IL - Photos: 21 - Description: The site is in Winnetka Illinois which is in the USDA’s hardiness zone 5. The site consisted of a newly built house with a small concrete paver patio in the backyard and bluestone walk in the front yard that lead to the concrete paver driveway. The property was relatively flat with minimal pitch to an onsite drainage system connected to the municipal storm sewer system. The property did consist of mature oaks and ash. The ash in the front yard was removed before the project started because it wa… - [Formal Elegance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/formal-elegance-pj-vj~57774) - Location: Glencoe, IL - Photos: 4 - Description: Our landscape maintenance professionals will proactively manage your landscape, saving you the worries while allowing you the enjoyment, season after season. We will work closely with you to develop a long-term landscape service plan that works with your needs and budget to ensure a beautiful, well managed landscape. Our core belief is to encourage and enhance nature's beauty. Left untended, a once beautiful landscape can become overgrown after only a few short years. With regular maintenance, i… - [Pastoral Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pastoral-estate-pj-vj~1829456) - Location: Lake Forest, IL - Photos: 6 - Description: 2014 ILCA Gold Award 2014 PLANET Grand Award - [Lake Michigan Panorama](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-michigan-panorama-pj-vj~13216) - Location: Wilmette, IL - Photos: 6 - Description: Home renovation is always a great opportunity to improve the beauty and function of the house but also for the outdoor living spaces The pool and deck was lowered 14” from the courtyard in order to see over the pool and to capitalize on the panoramic view of Lake Michigan. Because the fill in the location of the previous pool did not have adequate time to compact, the garden wall and steps required three 5’ x 5’ footings poured 6’ below the grade and a 3’ grade beam spanning the footings. The st… - [Winnetka 02 Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winnetka-02-residence-pj-vj~13215) - Location: Winnetka, IL - Photos: 17 - Description: Our landscape maintenance professionals will proactively manage your landscape, saving you the worries while allowing you the enjoyment, season after season. We will work closely with you to develop a long-term landscape service plan that works with your needs and budget to ensure a beautiful, well managed landscape. Our core belief is to encourage and enhance nature's beauty. Left untended, a once beautiful landscape can become overgrown after only a few short years. With regular maintenance, i… - [Hinsdale Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hinsdale-residence-pj-vj~644636) - Location: Hinsdale, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: Our landscape maintenance professionals will proactively manage your landscape, saving you the worries while allowing you the enjoyment, season after season. We will work closely with you to develop a long-term landscape service plan that works with your needs and budget to ensure a beautiful, well managed landscape. Our core belief is to encourage and enhance nature's beauty. Left untended, a once beautiful landscape can become overgrown after only a few short years. With regular maintenance, i… - [Highland Park Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highland-park-residence-pj-vj~12859) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: When the design team first met the owners of this unique property, it was evident that they possessed a sophisticated appreciation for fine art and sculpture and a distinguished sense of style, be it indoors or out. The owners had clear objectives about the redevelopment of the outdoor space, but were also open to a wide range of ideas that would help create a more classic and refined outdoor living space in which to showcase their worldly collections. Our solution to the owners request was to c… - [Evanston Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/evanston-residence-pj-vj~12858) - Location: Evanston, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: The Owners of this traditional Georgian desired to renovate their overgrown formal garden outside their screen porch. The garden had been poorly maintained and the mature plants were taking over the yard and porch. Because of the size of the plants, this area felt constricted and closed off from the rest of the yard and blocked the view of the lake. The first task was to remove all the existing plant material and open up the space which allowed the Design Team to start with a clean pallet. The O… - [Kildeer Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kildeer-residence-pj-vj~13214) - Location: Kildeer, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: The Owner’s first priority was to focus on the development of a backyard entertaining area, including a pool and spa, which could be accessed from the existing upper deck. The Design Team’s challenge was to design the pool into the backyard’s sloping hillside. Capitalizing on the panoramic views from the upper deck to the yard, the Design Team set the pool at a lower elevation into the hillside. As you descend from the deck you walk along a flagstone pathway with outcropping stone steps that gra… - [Rooftop Garden Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rooftop-garden-terrace-pj-vj~1281353) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 1 - Description: The homeowner of this intimate rooftop terrace wanted to showcase his antique stone fountain and louver screen. An imported limestone tile with a dark granite banding was chosen to compliment the site features. To improve upon the privacy raised planters made of marine grade wood were planted with evergreen boxwood and annual flowers for seasonal color. The planters were also equipped with an irrigation system. A cedar lattice fence behind the planter with climbing Hydrangea completes the screen… - [Urban Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-garden-pj-vj~460554) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 13 - Description: The owners of this residence were looking to expand their home within the city. By purchasing the lot next door the owners were not only eager to find new ways of adding to their house but to explore the ideas of actually having a front yard and expanding the rear outdoor living space. By involving the landscape architect, builder, and architect early in the design phase, logistic issues were flushed out as to how trades and materials would be able to work efficiently. The rear yard already incl… - [Wisconsin Lakeside Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wisconsin-lakeside-retreat-pj-vj~29545) - Location: Lake Geneva, WI - Photos: 9 - Description: The owners had a few objectives for our design team when it came to designing their landscape. One was to preserve the mature, existing trees, the second was to preserve the views to the lake and the last was to address the 20’ grade change between the homes many porches and terraces to the lower lawn area near the lake. The existing trees provide a cool, shady respite after a day of sun on the lake. So the planting beds were designed around the trees in order to keep the existing grades intact.… [See all 61 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/james-martin-associates-pfvwus-pf~813778795) ## Ideabooks - [Spas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151822149/list/spas) — 10 ideas - [Retaining Wall](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151608874/list/retaining-wall) — 20 ideas - [Outdoor Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151459404/list/outdoor-kitchens) — 20 ideas - [Swimming Pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151392424/list/swimming-pools) — 20 ideas - [Outdoor Living Areas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151238217/list/outdoor-living-areas) — 25 ideas - [Walls and Boulders](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118742864/list/walls-and-boulders) — 33 ideas - [Walkways and Paths](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118521754/list/walkways-and-paths) — 51 ideas - [Stairs and Steps](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118287461/list/stairs-and-steps) — 34 ideas - [Rain Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117753640/list/rain-gardens) — 14 ideas - [Planters and Pots](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116189322/list/planters-and-pots) — 20 ideas - [Fountains](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115973277/list/fountains) — 9 ideas - [Garden Ornamentation](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115541972/list/garden-ornamentation) — 18 ideas - [Holiday Decorating for Businesses](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115097969/list/holiday-decorating-for-businesses) — 17 ideas - [Holiday Landscaping Inspiration for Homeowners](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115095476/list/holiday-landscaping-inspiration-for-homeowners) — 32 ideas - [Pergolas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114645857/list/pergolas) — 11 ideas - [Outdoor Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114399578/list/outdoor-lighting) — 12 ideas - [Holiday Decorating](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112577154/list/holiday-decorating) — 12 ideas - [Water Features](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112270777/list/water-features) — 30 ideas - [Fire Pits and Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111730772/list/fire-pits-and-fireplaces) — 20 ideas - [Outdoor Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/112009053/list/outdoor-kitchens) — 19 ideas [See all 28 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/jmachicago) ## Community Q&A **Q: what type of stone is the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* what type of stone is the walls? A: The stone is Valders Cut Drywall. It is quarried by Eden Stone which is in north central Wisconsin **Q: hot tub** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please tell me the size? A: The spa is 7 ft by 7 ft, which is the water opening. The overall size, including the walls, is 10 ft wide **Q: Can you tell me the species of trees directly in front of the house?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Those are Chanticleer Pears (Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer) **Q: Stone specifics** *(in Photo Questions)* could you provide further detail on the stone - manufacturer and style. notice just mentions "blue stone" A: The bluestone is specified as Blue/Blue, meaning that the color range stays more consistently blue as opposed to a full range of colors that could include shades of blue/green and mineral deposits. The surface was also specified as Thermal. Which means it was heat treated to remove the natural clefts and give the bluestone a smooth surface. The sizes range from 36"x36" to 12"x18". The pattern depends on the installer. The bluestone was supplied by local vendors, and they get their supply from different quarries in New England or overseas. So it is difficult to give you a specific stone manufacture's name. **Q: Gorgeous! Width?** *(in Photo Questions)* Beautiful project! Would you mind sharing the width of the driveway (circular pet), as well as the width of the borders on either side? Is there room for two cars to pass? Thank you!!! A: The overall width of the driveway is 14ft, and the width of the stone border is 2ft. We were limited by code to the amount of pavement we could use in the front yard, so the width is not enough to allow two cars to pass. 18ft would be a decent width for two cars to pass. **Q: walkway material** *(in Photo Questions)* what is the material used for the front walkway and it typical dimensions? A: The walk is Bluestone set on a compacted gravel base. The bluestone sizes can vary anywhere from 18"x18" to 24"x36". --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-11.*