The Role of a Garden Designer Part 2: Deck Design

A beautiful home, a delightful young family, and a garden full of potential; I knew this was a design project that I was really going to enjoy. Adding a family-sized patio, kid-friendly play spaces that would encourage adventure and exploration, a new kitchen garden within an enclosed courtyard, and low maintenance, easy-care plantings that offered…

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Deckscaping – are you ready for summer?

It’s that time of year when we can finally switch fleece for flip-flops (except in Seattle where the combination is de rigeur for most of the year). Meals can be enjoyed outside, entertaining is easier and life generally seems more relaxed. But is your patio up to the task? I am often asked for help…

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