Beautiful green lawns and sprawling flower beds don’t come easily. If you water your own yard and garden, then you know exactly what we’re talking about! Keeping up with your yard’s maintenance is quite an undertaking which is why more and more people are installing irrigation systems.
If you’re unaware, there is a serious crisis facing our ecosystem. Bees are dying out at startling rates, largely due to, you guessed it, humans. Our fear of getting stung has established a norm of killing any bee that may approach us. In actuality, these little insects are a far from a threat as long as you don’t disturb them. Think of it as the golden rule: don’t disturb them and they won’t bother you.
As landscape designers in San Diego, CA we’ve designed projects for a range of our client’s needs. One of the most common questions that we receive from our clients is, “How much maintenance is this backyard design going to require?” We understand that not everyone wants to spend their weekends taking care of their backyard, and we have lots of experience creating amazing backyard landscape designs that are low maintenance.
If there ever was the perfect place to staycation, it would be in beautiful San Diego in Southern California. San Diego’s average temperature hovers in the mid 60s to low 70s all year-round and boasts over 260 sunny days a year, making it a perfect place to staycation. Seriously, why would you leave?
Having an outdoor living space that inspires relaxation and get togethers is ideal in 2019, especially in San Diego. We have beautiful weather year-round, so it’s natural to want to bring our gatherings outdoors, but only when there is an inviting space to hang out in. Whether you’re ready to freshen up your yard with some accessories or overhaul your outdoor living space with a custom landscape remodel, these top outdoor design trends for 2019 should help give you some inspiration.
One of the many perks of living in San Diego is our beautiful weather and the fact that we get to hang out and enjoy our outdoor living spaces all year long. Though our weather is pretty much perfect, it is important to understand the strength of the California sun and protect your outdoor kitchen from the elements. Counters, patios and decks all need to be highly resistant to grease stains and able to withstand high temperatures. Keep in mind that the easier the outdoor kitchen is to clean and maintain, the more you will want to use the space. Using high-quality stainless steel provides a sanitary surface that is easy to clean and resistant to corrosion. With that said, here are some of our favorite outdoor kitchen ideas for the entertaining enthusiast.
San Diego is amazing for many reasons. For one, we are able to spend time outdoors no matter what season it is. We are so lucky to have beautiful weather year-round, we would be crazy not to take advantage of the outdoor space we have. We love creating outdoor living spaces that blend both beauty and functionality to keep guests happy. Here are some of our favorite elements to add to your backyard for better entertaining.
For a long time, sports fans and players were the only ones who saw the benefits of synthetic turf. Thankfully, more and more people are recognizing the benefits and ditching their natural grass for the artificial kind. The truth is, natural grass just can’t remain lush and resilient if walked on more than 3-4 days each week, let alone if it isn’t getting watered and maintained regularly. If this isn’t enough to sway you, maybe we can change your mind with the fact that some artificial turf looks so good it can fool you into thinking it’s natural. Here are some of the many benefits of having synthetic turf instead of a natural lawn in your front or back yard.
San Diego is a beautiful city and living in it comes with plenty of perks, but unfortunately, the lot sizes aren’t always very big. We love incorporating big design ideas in small outdoor yards to help them live up to their potential. Don’t let your small yard keep you from having a staycation worthy yard that you’ll enjoy year round.
Well friends, after an exceptionally wet and cold San Diego winter, we have finally made it to warmer weather! With Spring and Summer among us, we are ready to get to gardening. There is nothing quite like the taste of fresh, organic produce that you grew yourself. If you haven’t gardened before and you feel a little overwhelmed, don’t worry! Gardening is something everyone can do and it even boasts a number of health benefits. Here is our spring and summer vegetable gardening guide for San Diego.
Many people don’t ever start their own garden because they think it’s complicated and takes too much upkeep, but it really isn’t that difficult. Gardening has incredible health benefits like exposure to Vitamin D, decreased risk of dementia, it is an enjoyable form of exercise, and gardening is a known mood booster. If you’ve always wanted to grow your own fruits and veggies, but never knew where to start, now is the time! We will go over some simple tips to get you started on your new garden.
Some people are shocked to find out that designing and building a poorly planned landscape can be just as costly as a well-designed one. Too often, people focus on the plants and accessories they want without considering the overall design and flow of the space, so focal points get confusing and the overall theme is lost. The design part of a landscape remodel is arguably the most important part. Here are some common mistakes we see people make when designing their landscape.
Longer days are here and your outdoor living space is begging to be seen by friends. San Diego summers were basically made for throwing backyard parties, especially when your backyard is set up for it. If you are preparing for a big backyard bash, you might be feeling overwhelmed with all the options there are and figuring out what would be best for your get together. Don’t worry though, we decided to put together our top tips for throwing a summer backyard party that will impress your guests.
Summer is here and it is time to take the fun outdoors. One of the biggest trends these days is having an outdoor living space that feels like an extension of your home. Your outdoors should provide a cozy, leisurely escape during the week and double as an entertaining space when you want to have friends over. Here in San Diego, we have amazing weather pretty much year round and if you have a front or backyard, you can turn it into a perfect outdoor entertaining space by picking out the right colors, textures and materials for your yard. Here are our top tips to help you choose the best outdoor furniture for your outdoor living space.
San Diego is an incredible place to live with approximately 266 days of sunshine each year. We are passionate about creating yards that are perfect for enjoying our gorgeous weather year round whether you enjoy hosting parties or simply relaxing in your outdoor living space. Here are some of our favorite ideas to include in your patio design.
Here in San Diego, we have amazing weather, but people tend to forget that we are in a desert climate that doesn’t get a lot of water. The cost of water and demand is going up, so it is critical to cut back on your water waste. Being conscious of your water use doesn’t mean you can’t have a lawn or nice plants, it just means you need to be more aware of where you plant your plants, when you water them, and your overall strategy. There are many different ways you can save water in your backyard, here are just a few.
Designing backyards in San Diego is so much more than just choosing plants, hardscape, and elements that look good together. For starters, every client that we have the opportunity to work with with has their own unique ideas, style preferences and goals for their space. In addition, all yards are different from a topography standpoint. We haven’t even mentioned client lifestyles yet – families? entertaining lovers? gardening enthusiasts? athletes? We have to consider all factors when it comes to designing the perfect outdoor living spaces for our clientele.
If you own a home in San Diego and aren’t utilizing your outdoor space, you’re seriously missing out. With our year-round sunshine, there is no excuse for not capitalizing on your front and back yard square footage. Investing in your landscape design undoubtedly increases the value of your home, not to mention will have all your friends and neighbors asking when your next BBQ is.
Just like any space where life happens and memories are made, there is something about a great focal point that captures the eye’s attention. From there, we get to gravitate into the space and become a part of it. Without a focal point, we miss the invitation to understand the space, both what it’s purpose is and what atmosphere it has.
