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Vistafolia® was able to provide an inexpensive, realistic solution that would remove all the time and effort from a living green wall. Once up, the panels do not require any ongoing maintenance and certainly no unreliable irrigation systems, and the market-leading 5-year warranty gives our client reassurance and complete peace of mind that it will stay looking its best for a long time to come.
Most importantly for the client, the straightforward nature of VistaFolia’s installation process meant that the artificial green wall was able to go up in no time, ensuring no unsightly gaps in the fence. The client achieved a truly authentic finish. The green wall goes hand in hand with the flowers and plants of the garden, without anyone suspecting the wall to be artificial.

Near Italy’s northeast border lies the small town of Moimacco. Once an important stop along ancient trade routes, today, all of the modern furnishings offered by the Italian design house Bross are crafted in the quaint Italian town. Hallmarks of the Bross line of contemporary furniture are an attention to detail and a careful selection of quality materials, in particular, fine European woods. The Bross focus on fine craftsmanship lends an appealing, organic element to homes decorated in the modern interior design style.
The company’s commitment to producing high quality modern furniture has attracted some of the finest designers, including Paolo Piva, Gerd Lange, Enzo Berti, Laprell and Althaus and Ennio Arosio. The room service 360° collection of Bross furnishings includes buffets, consoles and dining and coffee tables that demonstrate the extraordinary technical prowess and artistic vision of these world-renowned designers. Bross is the perfect choice for contemporary homes.
Welcome to room service 360°, the premier destination for the world’s finest modern furniture. As an authorized dealer of the most respected furniture manufacturers in Europe, room service 360° is uniquely positioned to offer the most complete, most comprehensive and most exclusive collections of custom contemporary and modern furniture available on the market today. From world renowned designers at Bonaldo, Cattelan Italia, Fiam Italia, Foscarini, Gamma Arredamenti, Pianca, Presotto Italia, Tonelli and Tonin Casa, only the finest Italian furniture collections are represented at room service 360°.
On our website you will find the latest collections from top European contemporary/modern furniture designers, leading Italian furniture manufacturers and many exclusive products. We are also proud and excited to offer our interior design blog as an ongoing resource for design fanatics, curious souls and anyone who is looking to be inspired.
In our Philadelphia showroom we carefully select our products and change them frequently to provide our customers with the best possible mix through which they can envision their room’s décor and their life. This is the reason why many of our customers (thank you all!!!) travel for hours, and some fly to our store. This is the reason why we have earned the privilege to be the starting point for modern living for many of you.

Most homes are like patients in a hospital, hooked up to wires and tubes for nourishment and air. If the wires and tubes fail, then so does the patient. Imagine for a moment that those wires and tubes can be unhooked. This is the idea we came to design for Steve and Andi Irwin when they asked FISHER ARCHitecture to design a guesthouse for a backyard lot adjacent to their Squirrel Hill home.
She wants to paint. He wants to exercise. They are both utility-bill-hating environmentalists. The net-zero concept came to seem like a natural project direction. We designed in SIPS walls, radiant floors, a solar hot water system, and PV panels, along with a revolutionary new radiant glass system by Blairsville based Greenheat. The radiant glass, which Frank Dlubak, the company owner, calls transparent insulation, may make it possible for the studio to become the world's first zero energy prototype with 60% glazing! Ongoing monitoring by CMU professor, Nina Baird, will provide info on the effectiveness of these strategies.
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Near Italy’s northeast border lies the small town of Moimacco. Once an important stop along ancient trade routes, today, all of the modern furnishings offered by the Italian design house Bross are crafted in the quaint Italian town. Hallmarks of the Bross line of contemporary furniture are an attention to detail and a careful selection of quality materials, in particular, fine European woods. The Bross focus on fine craftsmanship lends an appealing, organic element to homes decorated in the modern interior design style.
The company’s commitment to producing high quality modern furniture has attracted some of the finest designers, including Paolo Piva, Gerd Lange, Enzo Berti, Laprell and Althaus and Ennio Arosio. The room service 360° collection of Bross furnishings includes buffets, consoles and dining and coffee tables that demonstrate the extraordinary technical prowess and artistic vision of these world-renowned designers. Bross is the perfect choice for contemporary homes.
Welcome to room service 360°, the premier destination for the world’s finest modern furniture. As an authorized dealer of the most respected furniture manufacturers in Europe, room service 360° is uniquely positioned to offer the most complete, most comprehensive and most exclusive collections of custom contemporary and modern furniture available on the market today. From world renowned designers at Bonaldo, Cattelan Italia, Fiam Italia, Foscarini, Gamma Arredamenti, Pianca, Presotto Italia, Tonelli and Tonin Casa, only the finest Italian furniture collections are represented at room service 360°.
On our website you will find the latest collections from top European contemporary/modern furniture designers, leading Italian furniture manufacturers and many exclusive products. We are also proud and excited to offer our interior design blog as an ongoing resource for design fanatics, curious souls and anyone who is looking to be inspired.
In our Philadelphia showroom we carefully select our products and change them frequently to provide our customers with the best possible mix through which they can envision their room’s décor and their life. This is the reason why many of our customers (thank you all!!!) travel for hours, and some fly to our store. This is the reason why we have earned the privilege to be the starting point for modern living for many of you.

In 1963, Alessandro and Giancarlo Bontempi began to lay the foundation for what would become Bontempi Casa, one of the finest Italian design firms in the world today. The two were already recognized as talented Italian designers, known specifically for their innovative, award-winning interpretations of tables and chairs. Since the 1980s, Bontempi Casa has offered a wide range of modern furniture, but chairs remain the stars of the company’s collection. The room service 360° collection of Bontempi Casa chairs includes the best of the best.
Welcome to room service 360°, the premier destination for the world’s finest modern furniture. As an authorized dealer of the most respected furniture manufacturers in Europe, room service 360° is uniquely positioned to offer the most complete, most comprehensive and most exclusive collections of custom contemporary and modern furniture available on the market today. From world renowned designers at Bonaldo, Cattelan Italia, Fiam Italia, Foscarini, Gamma Arredamenti, Pianca, Presotto Italia, Tonelli and Tonin Casa, only the finest Italian furniture collections are represented at room service 360°.
On our website you will find the latest collections from top European contemporary/modern furniture designers, leading Italian furniture manufacturers and many exclusive products. We are also proud and excited to offer our interior design blog as an ongoing resource for design fanatics, curious souls and anyone who is looking to be inspired.
In our Philadelphia showroom we carefully select our products and change them frequently to provide our customers with the best possible mix through which they can envision their room’s décor and their life. This is the reason why many of our customers (thank you all!!!) travel for hours, and some fly to our store. This is the reason why we have earned the privilege to be the starting point for modern living for many of you.

Build Your Dream Home Theater with HI Solutions
Transform your living space into the ultimate cinema experience with HI Solutions. Whether you have an unfinished basement, an unused room, or even just your living room, our expert team can create a custom home theater that exceeds your expectations.
Why Choose HI Solutions for Your Home Theater?
Expert Consultation: Our specialists work with you to design a home theater that fits your space and lifestyle. We consider every detail, from room acoustics to seating arrangements, ensuring a perfect setup.
Customized Solutions: No matter the size or shape of your space, we tailor our designs to meet your specific needs. From luxurious, dedicated theater rooms to versatile living room setups, HI Solutions brings your vision to life.
High-Quality Equipment: We use the latest in audio-visual technology, including 4K projectors, surround sound systems, and smart home integration. Enjoy crystal-clear visuals and immersive sound that make you feel like you're part of the action.
Professional Installation: Our experienced technicians handle everything from wiring and mounting to system calibration, ensuring a seamless installation. We take care of the technical details so you can focus on enjoying your new home theater.
Ongoing Support: HI Solutions offers comprehensive support and maintenance services, ensuring your home theater continues to perform at its best. We're always here to help with any questions or upgrades.
Unfinished Space? Unused Room? Living Room? We’ve Got You Covered
Unfinished Basement: Turn your basement or attic into a state-of-the-art home theater. HI Solutions can transform even the most challenging spaces into a cinematic paradise.
Unused Room: Maximize the potential of any spare room by converting it into a dedicated theater room. Our designs optimize space and functionality, giving you a private escape for movie nights.
Living Room: Create a multi-functional living room with a high-quality theater setup. We seamlessly integrate technology into your existing decor, providing an exceptional entertainment experience without compromising style.
Get Started with HI Solutions Today

In 1963, Alessandro and Giancarlo Bontempi began to lay the foundation for what would become Bontempi Casa, one of the finest Italian design firms in the world today. The two were already recognized as talented Italian designers, known specifically for their innovative, award-winning interpretations of tables and chairs. Since the 1980s, Bontempi Casa has offered a wide range of modern furniture, but chairs remain the stars of the company’s collection. The room service 360° collection of Bontempi Casa chairs includes the best of the best.
Welcome to room service 360°, the premier destination for the world’s finest modern furniture. As an authorized dealer of the most respected furniture manufacturers in Europe, room service 360° is uniquely positioned to offer the most complete, most comprehensive and most exclusive collections of custom contemporary and modern furniture available on the market today. From world renowned designers at Bonaldo, Cattelan Italia, Fiam Italia, Foscarini, Gamma Arredamenti, Pianca, Presotto Italia, Tonelli and Tonin Casa, only the finest Italian furniture collections are represented at room service 360°.
On our website you will find the latest collections from top European contemporary/modern furniture designers, leading Italian furniture manufacturers and many exclusive products. We are also proud and excited to offer our interior design blog as an ongoing resource for design fanatics, curious souls and anyone who is looking to be inspired.
In our Philadelphia showroom we carefully select our products and change them frequently to provide our customers with the best possible mix through which they can envision their room’s décor and their life. This is the reason why many of our customers (thank you all!!!) travel for hours, and some fly to our store. This is the reason why we have earned the privilege to be the starting point for modern living for many of you.

Build Your Dream Home Theater with HI Solutions
Transform your living space into the ultimate cinema experience with HI Solutions. Whether you have an unfinished basement, an unused room, or even just your living room, our expert team can create a custom home theater that exceeds your expectations.
Why Choose HI Solutions for Your Home Theater?
Expert Consultation: Our specialists work with you to design a home theater that fits your space and lifestyle. We consider every detail, from room acoustics to seating arrangements, ensuring a perfect setup.
Customized Solutions: No matter the size or shape of your space, we tailor our designs to meet your specific needs. From luxurious, dedicated theater rooms to versatile living room setups, HI Solutions brings your vision to life.
High-Quality Equipment: We use the latest in audio-visual technology, including 4K projectors, surround sound systems, and smart home integration. Enjoy crystal-clear visuals and immersive sound that make you feel like you're part of the action.
Professional Installation: Our experienced technicians handle everything from wiring and mounting to system calibration, ensuring a seamless installation. We take care of the technical details so you can focus on enjoying your new home theater.
Ongoing Support: HI Solutions offers comprehensive support and maintenance services, ensuring your home theater continues to perform at its best. We're always here to help with any questions or upgrades.
Unfinished Space? Unused Room? Living Room? We’ve Got You Covered
Unfinished Basement: Turn your basement or attic into a state-of-the-art home theater. HI Solutions can transform even the most challenging spaces into a cinematic paradise.
Unused Room: Maximize the potential of any spare room by converting it into a dedicated theater room. Our designs optimize space and functionality, giving you a private escape for movie nights.
Living Room: Create a multi-functional living room with a high-quality theater setup. We seamlessly integrate technology into your existing decor, providing an exceptional entertainment experience without compromising style.
Get Started with HI Solutions Today

20 Fabulous Pool Designs Under 600 sq feet of Water Surface Area
Custom pools are a much-desired amenity in Southern Nevada, however in accordance with the 2022 water use ordinance, new residential pools may NOT exceed 600 sq ft of water surface area. The square footage includes a total of the pool, spa, and any infinity-edge troughs where applicable. And, there is also a ban on independent water features.
Paragon Pools’ VP & Chief Design Executive Joseph A Vassallo, CBP provides 20 pool designs under 600sq ft as an inspiration for homeowners.
Excerpt from the SNWA website: Residential pool size limits
Ongoing drought and climate change conditions continue to affect water levels in Lake Mead – Southern Nevada's primary water supply. As a result, the federal government declared a shortage on the Colorado River, reducing Southern Nevada's available water supply by 8.1 billion gallons, and additional reductions are expected in the coming years.
To help manage these water supply constraints, the Southern Nevada Water Authority approved a resolution in July 2022 that supports a 600-square-foot surface area limit on new residential pools. The Las Vegas Valley Water District and other local jurisdictions approved this change shortly thereafter with rule and code changes. This measure will help reduce consumptive water use associated with evaporative water loss, targeting savings from the top 25 percent of new pools constructed.

When these homeowners planned out their home, they personally considered every detail, including building vertically to make the most use of their real estate and to take advantage of the fantastic view by incorporating a roof top deck in the design.
They wanted the deck to have an attractive finish, but one that would not require ongoing maintenance to keep it looking good. Most importantly though, they wanted to use a product that would provide reliable waterproof protection for their new home.
Photo Credit: Duradek of Georgia

20 Fabulous Pool Designs Under 600 sq feet of Water Surface Area
Custom pools are a much-desired amenity in Southern Nevada, however in accordance with the 2022 water use ordinance, new residential pools may NOT exceed 600 sq ft of water surface area. The square footage includes a total of the pool, spa, and any infinity-edge troughs where applicable. And, there is also a ban on independent water features.
Paragon Pools’ VP & Chief Design Executive Joseph A Vassallo, CBP provides 20 pool designs under 600sq ft as an inspiration for homeowners.
Excerpt from the SNWA website: Residential pool size limits
Ongoing drought and climate change conditions continue to affect water levels in Lake Mead – Southern Nevada's primary water supply. As a result, the federal government declared a shortage on the Colorado River, reducing Southern Nevada's available water supply by 8.1 billion gallons, and additional reductions are expected in the coming years.
To help manage these water supply constraints, the Southern Nevada Water Authority approved a resolution in July 2022 that supports a 600-square-foot surface area limit on new residential pools. The Las Vegas Valley Water District and other local jurisdictions approved this change shortly thereafter with rule and code changes. This measure will help reduce consumptive water use associated with evaporative water loss, targeting savings from the top 25 percent of new pools constructed.

Build Your Dream Home Theater with HI Solutions
Transform your living space into the ultimate cinema experience with HI Solutions. Whether you have an unfinished basement, an unused room, or even just your living room, our expert team can create a custom home theater that exceeds your expectations.
Why Choose HI Solutions for Your Home Theater?
Expert Consultation: Our specialists work with you to design a home theater that fits your space and lifestyle. We consider every detail, from room acoustics to seating arrangements, ensuring a perfect setup.
Customized Solutions: No matter the size or shape of your space, we tailor our designs to meet your specific needs. From luxurious, dedicated theater rooms to versatile living room setups, HI Solutions brings your vision to life.
High-Quality Equipment: We use the latest in audio-visual technology, including 4K projectors, surround sound systems, and smart home integration. Enjoy crystal-clear visuals and immersive sound that make you feel like you're part of the action.
Professional Installation: Our experienced technicians handle everything from wiring and mounting to system calibration, ensuring a seamless installation. We take care of the technical details so you can focus on enjoying your new home theater.
Ongoing Support: HI Solutions offers comprehensive support and maintenance services, ensuring your home theater continues to perform at its best. We're always here to help with any questions or upgrades.
Unfinished Space? Unused Room? Living Room? We’ve Got You Covered
Unfinished Basement: Turn your basement or attic into a state-of-the-art home theater. HI Solutions can transform even the most challenging spaces into a cinematic paradise.
Unused Room: Maximize the potential of any spare room by converting it into a dedicated theater room. Our designs optimize space and functionality, giving you a private escape for movie nights.
Living Room: Create a multi-functional living room with a high-quality theater setup. We seamlessly integrate technology into your existing decor, providing an exceptional entertainment experience without compromising style.
Get Started with HI Solutions Today

Build Your Dream Home Theater with HI Solutions
Transform your living space into the ultimate cinema experience with HI Solutions. Whether you have an unfinished basement, an unused room, or even just your living room, our expert team can create a custom home theater that exceeds your expectations.
Why Choose HI Solutions for Your Home Theater?
Expert Consultation: Our specialists work with you to design a home theater that fits your space and lifestyle. We consider every detail, from room acoustics to seating arrangements, ensuring a perfect setup.
Customized Solutions: No matter the size or shape of your space, we tailor our designs to meet your specific needs. From luxurious, dedicated theater rooms to versatile living room setups, HI Solutions brings your vision to life.
High-Quality Equipment: We use the latest in audio-visual technology, including 4K projectors, surround sound systems, and smart home integration. Enjoy crystal-clear visuals and immersive sound that make you feel like you're part of the action.
Professional Installation: Our experienced technicians handle everything from wiring and mounting to system calibration, ensuring a seamless installation. We take care of the technical details so you can focus on enjoying your new home theater.
Ongoing Support: HI Solutions offers comprehensive support and maintenance services, ensuring your home theater continues to perform at its best. We're always here to help with any questions or upgrades.
Unfinished Space? Unused Room? Living Room? We’ve Got You Covered
Unfinished Basement: Turn your basement or attic into a state-of-the-art home theater. HI Solutions can transform even the most challenging spaces into a cinematic paradise.
Unused Room: Maximize the potential of any spare room by converting it into a dedicated theater room. Our designs optimize space and functionality, giving you a private escape for movie nights.
Living Room: Create a multi-functional living room with a high-quality theater setup. We seamlessly integrate technology into your existing decor, providing an exceptional entertainment experience without compromising style.
Get Started with HI Solutions Today

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Columbus, OH
Hope Restoration & General Contracting
Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations

This Colorado Springs backyard refresh transformed a tired outdoor area into a clean, welcoming and practical space designed for everyday enjoyment. Griffith Designs created a simple landscape plan that focused on the homeowner’s priorities while making the most of the available project budget.
A new patio provides a functional outdoor living area for relaxing, dining and entertaining. The patio was integrated into the overall landscape design to create a natural connection between the home, lawn and surrounding planting beds.
New full-sod installation established a healthy, attractive lawn and immediately refreshed the backyard. Defined beds filled with mulch created a polished border around the new grass while helping retain soil moisture, reduce weeds and simplify ongoing maintenance. Hardy plants selected for Colorado Springs growing conditions added color, texture and lasting natural interest.
The completed backyard renovation demonstrates how thoughtful planning and carefully selected improvements can make a meaningful impact without an excessive scope or budget. The result is a fresh, functional Colorado Springs landscape featuring a new patio, full lawn, durable plantings and an uncluttered design personalized for the homeowner.

IQ Business Media Inc. wishes to expand the programming of their business brand by connecting with their audience in more dynamic ways and further enhance their position as a viable partner to national and international design markets. Bringing diverse stakeholders together to facilitate ongoing dialogue in the areas of design and architecture is a key goal of the organization.
Design Solutions:
Quality of space and brand delivery provide state-of-the-art technology in all the spaces.
Spaces can adapt to support the project and business needs. Onsite staff act as a conduit for culture, community, connecting people, companies, and industries by sharing expertise and developing meaningful relationships. Therefore, the spaces are flexible, easy to reconfigure, and adapt to diverse uses.
Software: Revit with Enscape plugin, Photoshop.
Designer Credit: www.linkedin.com/in/mahsa-taskini

CLIENT ISSUES/PROBLEMS
o English style garden requiring scaling back of plants and hedges
o relocation of plants to maintain equality of colour throughout garden and throughout the seasons
MOMENTOUS APPROACH
o 3 years of maintenance to-date, gardens are constantly growing, so require on-going work
o seasonal planters and annual planting every year
o weekly maintenance for general gardening, large tree and hedge pruning, relocation of plants, addition of soil to keep beds healthy and provide nutrients
RESULTS
o Year round seasonal colour throughout the garden
o Complimentary-English-style garden with abundance of perennials
o Balance in size of shrubs and bushes to create clean, well-maintained look

We were contacted by a client from the Levenshulme area of Greater Manchester who had just purchased a property there and hated the state of the grout which despite cleaning did not improve. The owner said she could not use the bathroom in this state as it looked disgusting and unclean and was keen to have it renovated. The rest of the house was being redecorated so whilst that was going on, I was called over to have a proper look at the grout and quote for sorting it out.
It didn’t take long to understand the issue, is seems the previous owner in an attempt to improve the appearance of the grout had touched it up by applying another thin layer of grout on top of the original. Now both the new and old was starting to flake off making a real mess.
I explained to the client we would need to scrape out the new layer, clean the original and then apply a grout colourant to improve the overall appearance. I gave her a price for the work, and she was happy for me to go ahead with the job.
My first task was to scrape off the new layer of grout, so I had a stable grout line to work from. I then started cleaning the grout up using a Tile Doctor Grout Colourant Pre-Treater cleaner, this cleans up the grout and being acidic it etches the surface to provide a better base for the grout colourant to adhere to. The dirt was rinsed off and then the area was dried using a heat gun.
Once dry I used a Tile Doctor Grout Colourant in Charcoal Grey (one bottle was sufficient). This product is equally effective for interior or exterior applications including bathrooms and kitchens and it is available in ten different colours. The client had requested to darken the grout and give it a completely new modern look. The colourant is painted onto the grout with a small brush and any excess which gets onto the tile is removed with a cloth before it dries.
The best thing about the grout colourant is it forms an easy to clean seal over the grout which ensures the grout is protected. Given Ceramic tiles are glazed and therefore don’t need sealing the new combination should ensure the tiles keep their appearance for a very long time with minimal cleaning. The silicone sealant between the bath and the wall tiles looked in good condition and had not discoloured so there was no need for this to be replaced.
The bathroom now looked clean and inviting and I’m pleased to report my client was very happy with the completed renovation and was finally happy to use the bathroom!
I recommended that for on-going cleaning that they use Tile Doctor Aqua-Pro, this is a pH neutral cleaner with a trigger action for easy application. It can be used in the bathroom every day. It helps to keep soap scum and limescale at bay and has a pleasant lemon smell so cleaning should not be too much of a chore.
Alex Logonzy
Greater Manchester Tile Doctor

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Columbus, OH
Free consultation for landscape design!
Peabody Landscape Group
Columbus' Reliable Landscape Design & Contracting

CLIENT ISSUES/PROBLEMS
o English style garden requiring scaling back of plants and hedges
o relocation of plants to maintain equality of colour throughout garden and throughout the seasons
MOMENTOUS APPROACH
o 3 years of maintenance to-date, gardens are constantly growing, so require on-going work
o seasonal planters and annual planting every year
o weekly maintenance for general gardening, large tree and hedge pruning, relocation of plants, addition of soil to keep beds healthy and provide nutrients
RESULTS
o Year round seasonal colour throughout the garden
o Complimentary-English-style garden with abundance of perennials
o Balance in size of shrubs and bushes to create clean, well-maintained look

This paving and planting scheme features new hard landscaping elements and a new planting scheme. Artscape was initially briefed to extend and enhance the patio in the garden of a lovely home in the village of Cookham Dean in Berkshire. Our clients wanted to increase the size of the paved area so they could use it more frequently for relaxing and dining in the sun during the day. As well as increasing its size and practicality, they wanted the terrace to look and feel more inviting. The existing site was a mixture of brick paving, which was slippery underfoot, and tired concrete crazy paving. The patio also had stone retaining walls surrounded by sloped lawns and a few poorly maintained and mismatched shrubs.
Redesigned and repaved area
We first created a new, larger layout with a series of wider steps closer to the house, making a more inviting and welcoming area. Our landscapers paved the area with coursed sandstone, renowned for its incredible strength and durability. The earthy tones and unique texture of the sandstone gives it a natural timeless look which blends sympathetically with the garden setting. The worn finish of the paving also makes the surface safer to walk on. The edge of the paving curves in line from the end of the house to visually link the areas.
Bullnosed edges enhance looks and safety
Bullnosing provides the garden step edges with a smooth, luxury appearance, which also enhance safety. Safety is an important factor to consider when renovating or building new steps and paved areas. Smooth, rounded bullnosed steps or edges means there won’t be any harshly cut, sharp edges to injure someone should they trip or fall. Our Artscape paving experts can advise on the best bespoke, professionally profiled bullnose edges to suit the needs of your garden project.
Replacing sloped lawns with plants
Our initial brief was to create a new planted border just around the paved area. However, after various discussions and designs, our clients decided to follow our recommendation to expand the planting, so it included the whole sloping bank. The planting design also included the addition of small trees to create vertical interest.
New nature-friendly planting
The planting features an easy-to-maintain mix of perennials, grasses, and shrubs. This adds softness to the seating area and brings an everchanging display of flowers, foliage, textures and colours to the garden. The plants will attract more birds and butterflies to the garden, and will be beneficial for insects too.
The lawn was doing very little to support a diversity of insects and birds. Replacing even a small section of lawn with perennial flowers, shrubs, grasses, wildflowers, or groundcovers will benefit nature and wildlife. As well as supporting greater biodiversity, plants are more environmentally friendly than maintaining a lawn. Lawns are drought tolerant and will recover even if the grass has turned brown and patchy in a heatwave. But to keep the lawn looking lush, green, and beautiful in a hot, dry spell will require constant and wasteful watering.
The planting is informal and includes grasses, taking inspiration from the fields opposite. Ornamental grasses soften the scheme and bring movement to the garden as they shimmer in the slightest of breezes. Grasses are easy to grow and require little ongoing care. The main maintenance task is to cut the planting back in spring ready for the new growth to come through.
To keep the whole project within our client’s budget, we retained the existing walls, simply carrying out some small repairs and modifications where necessary. We were also able to add stunning new atmospheric lighting to the older existing lighting circuit to illuminate the area at night.

CLIENT ISSUES/PROBLEMS
o English style garden requiring scaling back of plants and hedges
o relocation of plants to maintain equality of colour throughout garden and throughout the seasons
MOMENTOUS APPROACH
o 3 years of maintenance to-date, gardens are constantly growing, so require on-going work
o seasonal planters and annual planting every year
o weekly maintenance for general gardening, large tree and hedge pruning, relocation of plants, addition of soil to keep beds healthy and provide nutrients
RESULTS
o Year round seasonal colour throughout the garden
o Complimentary-English-style garden with abundance of perennials
o Balance in size of shrubs and bushes to create clean, well-maintained look
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