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Sunroom - traditional sunroom idea in Raleigh

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Example of a minimalist bathroom design in Raleigh

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Inspiration for a modern kitchen remodel in Raleigh

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Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Raleigh

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Transitional dining room photo in Raleigh

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Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Raleigh

View of the Pool Area showing the Custom Built In Slide, the Pool, and Outcropping Stone used to build the slide in and create proper drainage in the space. To combat the hill behind the pool we used the raised walls to direct drainage around the pool.

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Transitional sunroom photo in Raleigh

In June of this year, we presented US Army Spc Heath Howes with a mortgage-free custom home in partnership with Operation FINALLY HOME. The home was designed with Universal Design principles in mind to accommodate mobility issues related to his combat injuries. Read more about this project here: https://www.hibbshomes.com/veteran-receives-mortgage-free-custom-home-wildwood-missouri/

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RALD The brief for this 'sunken garden' was to create raised borders in order to combat the seasonal flooding that this area of a large country garden experiences. The existing terrace was to also be removed, with the addition of a Yorkstone terrace - of much larger dimensions - creating a focal point and bringing better scale and proportion to the area. A planting palette of whites and blues help to create a calm, soothing atmosphere on what is the main dining terrace in the garden, whilst Box balls help to provide structure all year round.

Spring brings the first rays of steady sunlight that encourage your trees to start sprouting fruit and flowers. However, sometimes at the start of spring, the cold weather makes a sudden and abrupt turn as winter tries to reassert its dominance. This can cause a late freeze, which is difficult for many trees to combat. Fruit trees are the most vulnerable during a late freeze, but Five Star Tree Services has some suggestions to help you protect your fruit and flowering trees from a late freeze. Protecting Your Trees Some fruit trees are better able to protect themselves from the cold, but all trees need to be protected from the frost. Depending on the type of tree you have, several methods of protection are effective. Peach Trees: To protect peach trees, cover them with a blanket or a sheet during the day. This will allow heat to build up that will protect them at night during the freeze. Make sure to leave the cover in place until the freeze passes. Citrus Trees: These are the most fragile of all trees. Small trees should be draped with burlap, a sheet, a tree frost blanket, or any other type of fabric at least a day before the freeze occurs. The cover has to surround the whole tree to trap the heat and prevent frost. Apple Trees: These trees are pretty sturdy compared to other fruit-bearing trees. They can handle the cold, but it is still a good idea to cover them during sudden frost. It is important to avoid placing ground covers, mulch, and weeds from around the base of a tree during cold weather and frost periods. The moist bare soil emits more heat than soil that is mulched. Watering trees ahead of a frost can also help to protect them as water also emits heat. When you expect a freeze, it is also best to furrow-irrigate at night or use a sprinkler on its low setting while ensuring there is proper drainage for your trees. Any time the outside temperature is forecast to drop below 32 degrees; you should cover your trees. Which Trees Can Survive in the Cold? No fruit-bearing trees are made for cold climates, but some are better equipped to handle the cold than others. The Plant Hardiness Zone can help you choose the right trees to plant for the area where you live. For example, lemon trees and other citrus trees need to be planted in zones 9-11 where the risk of cold weather is minimal. Pear trees, on the other hand, need cold weather to thrive and should be planted in zones 4-8. Freezing Dangers Some fruit or flowering trees that are caught unguarded during the late frost may lose their blossoms. In many cases, these trees will no longer sprout during the current growing season but will come back next spring as healthy as ever. Younger trees are more prone to damage than mature trees. Trees that have closed buds are also able to handle the cold better than those that have already started to bloom. Of course, the longer a freeze is present, the more dangerous it is for your trees. How We Can Help The skilled arborists here at Five Star Tree Services are always on hand to help protect your trees from frost and with regular maintenance. Some of the other services we provide include tree removal, tree planting, and tree pruning in Richmond Hill and the Greater Toronto Area. If you require our assistance, give us a call at (416) 990-3355 today.

The frontyard features black granite walkways, steps and curbs to get you from street/sidewalk to the front door. Wrought iron fencing give a sense of space and entrance. Boxed European Beech trees combat the height of the house with Boxwood hedging, Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Ferns and Euonymus groundcover making up the garden floor. The back garden is anchored with a grand Thermory deck which houses a built in barbecue and dining/lounging spaces. Black granite steppingstones take you to the garden shed, sideyard, pea gravel mulch and firepit areas. Specimen Japanese Maples offer splashes of colour and the understory is made up of Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Boxwood hedges, Daphne, Japanese Forest Grass and Ferns,

The frontyard features black granite walkways, steps and curbs to get you from street/sidewalk to the front door. Wrought iron fencing give a sense of space and entrance. Boxed European Beech trees combat the height of the house with Boxwood hedging, Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Ferns and Euonymus groundcover making up the garden floor. The back garden is anchored with a grand Thermory deck which houses a built in barbecue and dining/lounging spaces. Black granite steppingstones take you to the garden shed, sideyard, pea gravel mulch and firepit areas. Specimen Japanese Maples offer splashes of colour and the understory is made up of Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Boxwood hedges, Daphne, Japanese Forest Grass and Ferns,

Challenge: Our client needed their downtown Toronto condo to serve as a peaceful retreat from the demanding pace of urban professional life. The space suffered from the sterile, impersonal aesthetic typical of many Toronto condos, lacking the warmth and tranquility needed to truly unwind after busy workdays in the city's core. Solution: We approached this project in thoughtful stages, transforming the condo into a serene sanctuary that promotes relaxation and rejuvenation. By incorporating a palette of light, calming colors and introducing rich textural elements throughout the space, we elevated the sterile interior into a sophisticated retreat. Each design decision was made with the goal of creating visual and tactile interest that would engage the senses and promote a sense of calm. Highlights: • Staged design approach that allowed for thoughtful evolution of the space • Light color palette that enhances natural light and creates an airy, peaceful atmosphere • Rich variety of textures that add warmth and visual interest to combat sterile condo interiors • Strategic material selection that transforms typical condo finishes into sophisticated design elements Results: The transformed Downtown Zen condo now serves as the perfect urban escape—a space that immediately shifts the client's mindset from work mode to relaxation. This project demonstrates how thoughtful design can overcome the limitations of typical Toronto condo interiors, creating a personalized sanctuary that enhances daily life and well-being.

The frontyard features black granite walkways, steps and curbs to get you from street/sidewalk to the front door. Wrought iron fencing give a sense of space and entrance. Boxed European Beech trees combat the height of the house with Boxwood hedging, Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Ferns and Euonymus groundcover making up the garden floor. The back garden is anchored with a grand Thermory deck which houses a built in barbecue and dining/lounging spaces. Black granite steppingstones take you to the garden shed, sideyard, pea gravel mulch and firepit areas. Specimen Japanese Maples offer splashes of colour and the understory is made up of Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Boxwood hedges, Daphne, Japanese Forest Grass and Ferns,

The frontyard features black granite walkways, steps and curbs to get you from street/sidewalk to the front door. Wrought iron fencing give a sense of space and entrance. Boxed European Beech trees combat the height of the house with Boxwood hedging, Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Ferns and Euonymus groundcover making up the garden floor. The back garden is anchored with a grand Thermory deck which houses a built in barbecue and dining/lounging spaces. Black granite steppingstones take you to the garden shed, sideyard, pea gravel mulch and firepit areas. Specimen Japanese Maples offer splashes of colour and the understory is made up of Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Boxwood hedges, Daphne, Japanese Forest Grass and Ferns,

RALD The brief for this 'sunken garden' was to create raised borders in order to combat the seasonal flooding that this area of a large country garden experiences. The existing terrace was to also be removed, with the addition of a Yorkstone terrace - of much larger dimensions - creating a focal point and bringing better scale and proportion to the area. A planting palette of whites and blues help to create a calm, soothing atmosphere on what is the main dining terrace in the garden, whilst Box balls help to provide structure all year round.

The frontyard features black granite walkways, steps and curbs to get you from street/sidewalk to the front door. Wrought iron fencing give a sense of space and entrance. Boxed European Beech trees combat the height of the house with Boxwood hedging, Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Ferns and Euonymus groundcover making up the garden floor. The back garden is anchored with a grand Thermory deck which houses a built in barbecue and dining/lounging spaces. Black granite steppingstones take you to the garden shed, sideyard, pea gravel mulch and firepit areas. Specimen Japanese Maples offer splashes of colour and the understory is made up of Oakleaf Hydrangeas, Boxwood hedges, Daphne, Japanese Forest Grass and Ferns,