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Outdoor Lighting View Design Kansas City

Important Considerations when Choosing Outdoor Landscape Lighting

By Robyn Schmitz / Mar 8, 2017

The construction is subpar, and the lights easily degrade, break and fade The lights aren’t as effective regarding the light emitted Replacement parts aren’t easily found because this type of […]

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Patio Backyard Garden Design Kansas City

Landscape Trends: Europe and Australia Provide Landscaping Inspiration

By Robyn Schmitz / Feb 28, 2017

Dark fencing and structures: In Europe navy blue is extremely popular for fences. It offers a dramatic backdrop for your plant, trees and shrubs. White Gardens: Those in “high-society” absolutely […]

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patio Swimming Pool Landscape Design Kansas City

Luxury Outdoor Living Begins and Ends at the Pool

By Robyn Schmitz / Feb 6, 2017

Design: Pools are offered in several design options with two basic shapes – geometric and freeform. You can also choose water features such as vanishing edges and sunning shelfs. Size: […]

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Pergola Woods Landscape Design Kansas City

A Guide to Adding Decks, Pergolas and Pavilions to Your Outdoor Space

By Robyn Schmitz / Jan 24, 2017

Adequate footers for your posts. The footers must extend below the frost line for your area and also be solid enough to support the weight of the deck and intended […]

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High Prairie Planning Fire Place Design Kansas City

Outdoor Fire Features For Outdoor Living Areas

By Robyn Schmitz / Jan 18, 2017

Consider wind directions when picking the placement of your fire feature. Direct wind can cause inconsistencies in your flame, push embers in undesirable directions, affect overall performance of your features. […]

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Landscaping Table Bar Design Kansas City

Expand Your Outdoor Living Space with an Outdoor Kitchen

By Robyn Schmitz / Jan 4, 2017

Cinder block base with a veneer over-coat: Stable, heavy, requires footers, several options for veneer RTF (Ready to Finish), base with a veneer over-coat: Stable, lighter-weight, no footers, several veneer […]

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