Landscape design for Spring 2013 is reflecting U.S. economic upswing optimism. Most important are water conservation “smart” gardens. In the backyard, create a rain-gutter-to-creekbed system, plant moisture-needy plants in your “creekbed” and hardier plants as a border. Here are five ideas for landscape design 2013: Incorporate our state’s native plants […]
Read more →Why should you settle for plain white plaster for your pool when you have a wide variety of other choices? If you are like many other homeowners, you not only invested a great deal of time in planning your pool area, but you enjoy relaxing there as […]
Read more →The installation of pavers around your home will add beauty, functionality and value. They can be used in a variety of applications from walkways and garden paths to pool patios and entertainment spaces. While the proper installation of pavers is of paramount importance, some simple maintenance after […]
Read more →You don’t have to remain in home improvement limbo until all that snow melts and you can see your world once again. And you definitely don’t have to put off your residential hardscaping planning, because we’ve got software that’s capable of creating a virtual 3D map for […]
Read more →One of the most overlooked construction materials around is exposed aggregate concrete, even though it has been used as an exterior decorative element for well over a century. Durable, versatile and affordable, this natural material can be crafted to mimic a variety of stone finishes including granite […]
Read more →Block retaining walls have come a long way in the last two decades. No longer just functional, they can now add eye appeal and beauty to any home landscape design. These days they come in a wide variety of materials and styles, but as ever, it is […]
Read more →Far from the days that a patio meant a concrete slab with a cheap table and canvas umbrella, today’s homeowner can relax in a beautiful outdoor sanctuary, elegantly appointed with comfortable furniture. Patio design and construction in the Boston area has grown to become the perfect marriage […]
Read more →If your patio or outdoor area needs a little dressing up, consider hardscaping that provides beauty and aesthetic value throughout the seasons, works well in more confined areas, and has little mess or care. The following selections fit the bill and are tolerant of our Massachusetts climate. Japanese […]
Read more →As a method of paving hardscape surfaces, stamped concrete is a way to design your walkways or patios. To have it installed here in Boston, our professionals at Triad Associates can guide you on the many benefits of this paving method, including adding color and texture to […]
Read more →The ambiance couldn’t be more perfect. Tiny lights are twinkling. The delicate fragrance of roses fills the air, and the soft light of candles illuminates the crisp white linen tablecloth. This is exactly what you would expect from a high end restaurant. But no reservations were required […]
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