The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) awarded Denver-based Lifescape Colorado two prestigious Gold Awards for Residential Design/Build and two Silver Awards for Residential Landscape Management for their exemplary work on two spectacular properties. The awards were presented at the 49th annual National Landscape Awards of Excellence Program Oct 18th in Louisville, KY as…
Continue ReadingDesigning Your Landscape Layout
As with any major home or commercial project, a beautiful landscape starts with a good design and layout. This multi-step process requires both attention to detail and the ability to conceptualize and visualize. Here are some important steps to keep in mind throughout the process. The Practical Aspects First, potential landscape problems and challenges should be factored…
Continue ReadingOutdoor Hot Tub Designs for Luxurious & Beautiful Landscapes
A long relaxing soak in a luxurious hot tub provides a welcome relief from the stresses of everyday life, but there are additional reasons to add this amenity as an outdoor living feature. When creatively designed and integrated, an outdoor hot tub area can allow you to enjoy your yard even in the dead of…
Continue ReadingIdeas for Elegant Landscape Edging
Edging prevents soil and mulch runoff while keeping plants firmly in place, but its benefits can go beyond function. Edging can add form, texture, color and definition to achieve beautiful landscape spaces. Trench edging is a simple yet effective method for creating subtle definition. Instead of integrating physical edging, a simple trench-like formation is created between the…
Continue ReadingGreat Gravel Designs for Denver Landscapes
If the idea of adding gravel to your Colorado landscape sounds dull and gray, think again. Not only can gravel add a variety of colors, shapes and textures, but it can be thoughtfully incorporated into landscapes to create beautiful, functional and sustainable permeable hardscapes. Oh, and did we mention they are also low maintenance? There…
Continue ReadingStill Time Left for the Winter Construction Discount!
There is still time left to take advantage of Lifescape’s winter construction discount! If you plan on getting a hardscape project constructed between now and February, and you live within our servicing area, this is the deal for you! Clients can come to our design studio and select from over 30 different kinds of pavers! The…
Continue Reading3 Great Hardscape Ideas for the Backyard
Our backyards are our sanctuaries. Many of us love to go out to our backyard and enjoy tending to the garden, laying out by the pool or our outdoor fireplace and just taking the time to relax and unwind from our hectic and stressful schedules. The hardscapes in our backyards play an important role in…
Continue ReadingResolve to have a Better Landscape in 2012
You’ve probably already joined a gym or cleaned out your pantry of all the junk food, but have you started making arrangements to create a better landscape in 2012? Your yard is a very important part of your home. Before anyone steps foot in your house, the landscape is what greets them first. The curb…
Continue ReadingWinter is almost here, need a new Hardscape?
Winter is almost here (December 22nd to be exact), though it feels like it has arrived already. Have you taken a good look at your driveway, walkways, patios and other hardscapes in your landscape? If you see cracks, discoloration, breakage and other damage, it is time for a landscape renovation project. Winter is the best…
Continue ReadingLifescape at The 2011 Colorado Fall Home Show
Back in September, Lifescape Associates had the pleasure of attending the 2011 Colorado Fall Home Show at the Colorado Convention Center. If you have never attended the Colorado Fall Home Show it is a great one stop marketplace to find everything for your home, from the interiors to the landscaping. For the show, Lifescape Associates…
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