Doylestown Health Logo hand carved in bluestone as a garden paver. Throughout its 94-year history, under the governance and stewardship of founders, The Village Improvement Association of Doylestown (VIA), Doylestown Hospital has responded to the healthcare needs of the greater Bucks County community. Starting as an emergency and maternity hospital in the 1920s, over the years Doylestown Hospital has expanded its clinical services, invested in cutting-edge technologies and developed wide-ranging health programs. Today, Doylestown Health is a nationally-acclaimed, comprehensive regional healthcare system. Learn more about the VIA: https://via-doylestown.org/ Learn more about doylestown health: https://www.doylestownhealth.org/ In collaboration with Landscape Design Group Inc. Landscape Design by Landscape Design Group, Inc.

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Design ideas for a mid-sized craftsman partial sun front yard driveway.

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The cloudy window unit -- along with several others that were starting to show signs of fogging -- was reglazed. Roughly 85% of the home's window glass (by area) was replaced with low-e coated insulated glass, optimized for orientation and the New England climate. Design by: Michelle Masone Photo credit: Michelle Masone

In the living room, vintage furnishings mix with architectural columns and simple burlap curtains to create a fresh and appealing space to call home. Photos by Photo Art Portraits

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For a family who believes fitness is not only an essential part of life but also a fun opportunity for the whole family to connect, build and achieve greatness together there is nothing better than a custom designed obstacle course right in your back yard. THEME The theme of this half mile trail through the woods is evident in the fun, creative and all-inclusive obstacles hidden in the natural flow of the land around this amazing family home. The course was created with adults and children, advanced and beginner athletes, competitive and entertaining events all accounted for. Each of the 13 obstacles was designed to be challenging no matter the size, skill or ability of the athlete lucky enough to run the course. FOCUS The focus for this family was to create an outdoor adventure that could be an athletic, social and personal outlet for their entire family while maintaining the natural beauty of the landscape and without altering the sweeping views from the home. The large scale of the challenging obstacles is camouflaged within the landscape using the rolling hills and mature trees as a natural curtain in every season. The beauty of the course does not diminish the functional and demanding nature of the obstacles which are designed to focus on multiple strength, agility, and cardio fitness abilities and intensities. STORAGE The start of the trail includes a raised training area offering a dedicated space clear from the ground to place bags, mats and other equipment used during the run. A small all-terrain storage cart was provided for use with 6 yoga mats, 3 medicine balls of various weights, rings, sprinting cones, and a large digital timer to record laps. GROWTH The course was designed to provide an athletic and fun challenge for children, teens and adults no matter their experience or athletic prowess. This course offers competitive athletes a challenge and budding athletes an opportunity to experience and ignite their passion for physical activity. Initially the concept for the course was focused on the youngest of the family however as the design grew so did the obstacles and now it is a true family experience that will meet their adapting needs for years. Each obstacle is paired with an instructional sign directing the runners in proper use of the obstacle, adaptations for skill levels and tips on form. These signs are all customized for this course and are printed on metal to ensure they last for many years. SAFETY Safety is crucial for all physical activity and an obstacle course of this scale presents unique safety concerns. Children should always be supervised when participating in an adventure on the course however additional care was paid to details on the course to ensure everyone has a great time. All of the course obstacles have been created with pressure treated lumber that will withstand the seasonal poundings. All footer pilings that support obstacles have been placed into the ground between 3 to 4 feet (.9 to 1.2 meters) and each piling has 2 to 3 bags of concrete (totaling over 90 bags used throughout the course) ensuring stability of the structure and safety of the participants. Additionally, all obstacle lumber has been given rounded corners and sanded down offering less splintering and more time for everyone to enjoy the course. This athletic and charismatic family strives to incorporate a healthy active lifestyle into their daily life and this obstacle course offers their family an opportunity to strengthen themselves and host some memorable and active events at their amazing home.

We loved our Sundial Chair so much that we’ve added a sofa. Just like the chair that started it all, everything about the craftsmanship is focused on weathering the elements without losing a stitch of style – from the outdoor-grade birch frame to the all-weather Sunbrella® slipcover (with a waterproof adhesive for easy cleaning). Our manufacturer put this collection to the ultimate test by tossing a chair into Lake Michigan. It dried in record time without a hint of mildew or sign of distress. In fact, some say it looked even better.

UV rays are notorious for wreaking havoc on dark paint colors, and homebuilders’ standard paints don’t stand a chance against the intense sun. Our client’s stunning inner-loop townhome was starting to show signs of fading, so we stepped in to restore its charm. After repairing damaged trim, we gave the home a bold refresh with two coats of Sherwin Williams’ top-tier Emerald Rain Refresh paint. The result? A vibrant, long-lasting finish designed to stand up to the elements and keep this home looking fresh for years to come.

UV rays are notorious for wreaking havoc on dark paint colors, and homebuilders’ standard paints don’t stand a chance against the intense sun. Our client’s stunning inner-loop townhome was starting to show signs of fading, so we stepped in to restore its charm. After repairing damaged trim, we gave the home a bold refresh with two coats of Sherwin Williams’ top-tier Emerald Rain Refresh paint. The result? A vibrant, long-lasting finish designed to stand up to the elements and keep this home looking fresh for years to come.

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Eclectic galley kitchen photo in New York with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white appliances

UV rays are notorious for wreaking havoc on dark paint colors, and homebuilders’ standard paints don’t stand a chance against the intense sun. Our client’s stunning inner-loop townhome was starting to show signs of fading, so we stepped in to restore its charm. After repairing damaged trim, we gave the home a bold refresh with two coats of Sherwin Williams’ top-tier Emerald Rain Refresh paint. The result? A vibrant, long-lasting finish designed to stand up to the elements and keep this home looking fresh for years to come.

Stephen Himschoot
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Guest bathroom remodeling, converting tub to a large shower under $18K! This contemporary guest bathroom remodeling includes new single vanity, mirror, light fixture, bathroom accessories, and a tub to shower conversion. The design process lasts one meeting at our showroom in Dallas, TX. Once we signed the design off, we ordered all materials and started at our client's earliest convenience. The bathroom remodels completed in less than four weeks.

We started with a blank slate on this basement project where our only obstacles were exposed steel support columns, existing plumbing risers from the concrete slab, and dropped soffits concealing ductwork on the ceiling. It had the advantage of tall ceilings, an existing egress window, and a sliding door leading to a newly constructed patio. This family of five loves the beach and frequents summer beach resorts in the Northeast. Bringing that aesthetic home to enjoy all year long was the inspiration for the décor, as well as creating a family-friendly space for entertaining. Wish list items included room for a billiard table, wet bar, game table, family room, guest bedroom, full bathroom, space for a treadmill and closed storage. The existing structural elements helped to define how best to organize the basement. For instance, we knew we wanted to connect the bar area and billiards table with the patio in order to create an indoor/outdoor entertaining space. It made sense to use the egress window for the guest bedroom for both safety and natural light. The bedroom also would be adjacent to the plumbing risers for easy access to the new bathroom. Since the primary focus of the family room would be for TV viewing, natural light did not need to filter into that space. We made sure to hide the columns inside of newly constructed walls and dropped additional soffits where needed to make the ceiling mechanicals feel less random. In addition to the beach vibe, the homeowner has valuable sports memorabilia that was to be prominently displayed including two seats from the original Yankee stadium. For a coastal feel, shiplap is used on two walls of the family room area. In the bathroom shiplap is used again in a more creative way using wood grain white porcelain tile as the horizontal shiplap “wood”. We connected the tile horizontally with vertical white grout joints and mimicked the horizontal shadow line with dark grey grout. At first glance it looks like we wrapped the shower with real wood shiplap. Materials including a blue and white patterned floor, blue penny tiles and a natural wood vanity checked the list for that seaside feel. A large reclaimed wood door on an exposed sliding barn track separates the family room from the game room where reclaimed beams are punctuated with cable lighting. Cabinetry and a beverage refrigerator are tucked behind the rolling bar cabinet (that doubles as a Blackjack table!). A TV and upright video arcade machine round-out the entertainment in the room. Bar stools, two rotating club chairs, and large square poufs along with the Yankee Stadium seats provide fun places to sit while having a drink, watching billiards or a game on the TV. Signed baseballs can be found behind the bar, adjacent to the billiard table, and on specially designed display shelves next to the poker table in the family room. Thoughtful touches like the surfboards, signage, photographs and accessories make a visitor feel like they are on vacation at a well-appointed beach resort without being cliché.

A favorite of ours is an oceanside home in Gloucester, MA 01930 that had Everlast Composite Siding installed and the transformation was fantastic! This lovely home in Gloucester had started to show signs that it was being hit hard by the coastal weather throughout the years. The homeowner was looking for siding that had a classic look, similar to that of wooden clapboard, but also could stand up to the tough New England weather. With very few options on the market that have stood the test of time, the homeowner chose to go with Everlast Composite Siding in the 7″ Exposure in a homeowner favorite color, Flagstone. We’ve installed Flagstone over 10x in last year alone!