All About Design

Landscaping is an act of making improvements on a piece of land or property in order to improve the visual aesthetic. It is often used to improve an area while providing a practical function. Landscaping can be a very costly endeavor but spending a ton of money isn’t...

Whenever one talks of landscaping, you might think of it as a means to improve a large area. That is not the idea however. Landscaping can be done even with limited space. Landscaping is an act of improving any small or large amount of space. Having a small space...

Can rocks be used in landscaping? Definitely. Landscaping rocks come in different shapes and sizes. They can add a special touch to your garden. With creative combinations, rocks can give you a classic look. Rocks provide a constant and permanent visual presence...

The walkway is one area that is often ignored when designing or renovating. We say never underestimate the appeal of pathways. A great pathway can define the different areas of your landscape while also connecting and unifying them. Having a great walkway leading to...

How was your garden for the first quarter of 2021? Did you make any design changes? Planning on doing some renovations? If you don't know what’s in style, read on below. 2020 wasn’t a great year for everyone. On the bright side, this pandemic helped some of us...

Planning for a theme for your Garden? Having a theme for a garden is a great avenue to express your creativity. When choosing a theme for your garden, the only limit is your imagination. Do your best to make your garden unique. One great example of a themed garden is...

Due to this pandemic, everything seems to be somehow stressful. Everybody’s been affected and needs to adjust. For us who enjoy gardening, our garden is a sanctuary for this moment. A perfect place to find inner peace and calmness but to do this, we need to make sure...

Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that connects buildings more closely to nature. This type of design incorporates nature towards the architecture to create a smooth connection between modern buildings and nature itself. There are studies that show that...

Hardscaping is the process of adding man-made (non-living elements) to your landscape. Some examples of hardscaping are bricks, paths, walls, concrete, etc. Hardscape elements can be used to define the use of space such as driveways and walkways that can lead visitors...

Colours can affect the ambience of your landscape. You can add accents or highlights in your project by enhancing the colours of your area. Adding colour to your landscape project is one of the main things that should be considered. There are different ways you can...

Making mistakes on landscaping is part of the learning process. You learn not to repeat the same mistakes. It sets you on the right track so you can develop. Even professionals make different mistakes as they were also once beginners. That's just how humans learn but...

Trough planter boxes can add a number of functional and aesthetic elements to your indoor and outdoor designs. We normally see these rectangular planter boxes lining up the sides and corners of buildings and streets. To give you a few ideas, we list down some ways you...

Landscape architecture is defined as the design of outdoor public areas, landmarks, and structures to achieve environmental, social-behavioral, or aesthetic outcomes. People enjoy being in nature for multiple reasons like trying to to escape from the stress of...

Using planters in interior design is more of a challenge. The design trends nowadays seems to demand clean lines and simplicity, while nature tends to be wild and chaotic. But, that doesn’t mean interior designs need to avoid greenery. Bringing plants into the design...

Landscape design is a process of developing practical and pleasing outdoor living space. The design of the landscape in conjunction with the overall site planning and architectural design can create a place where people want to spend time, socialise, or work....

"There's something about a white building that makes you wish you had a can of spray paint." That's really naughty, especially since our best clients and friends are designers! Le Corbusier made white buildings famous and the trend found its way to the US where...

When discovering a well-known beachfront, it's obvious that the sun is the star of the show. With gorgeous oceanfront views and an abundance of entourage, all that's needed is a cool beverage and eye shades. You can then bask in the beauty of coastal landscapes....

There are superbly designed fashion ensembles that encourage, and so deserve careful thought for accessorising.  We purchase a hat, tie, or special jewellery just to compliment and reward the design. "Ah," we say. "Perfect!" In reflecting that mind-set, there are...

Grace—blooming in drifts of an impossible iridescence is far too beautiful to be looked upon as anything but supernatural.  Yet, there it is, the Jacaranda Tree — a jewel in the landscape. And where did that colour come from?  Fortunate the street whose edges are...

It’s always a joy when you see geometric patterns in architectural landscape design that reveals its fascinating structure.  It is unfortunate (and not the architect’s fault) when the budget is so restrictive or an owner is really conservative that the structure has...