According to Builder online magazine, one of the top ten design trends of 2011 was green roofs. If you are not familiar with the term green roof, it is the term coined for “a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane….
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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…
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Some may already have their Christmas tree up, while others are looking for that perfect real tree that will fit their family room just right. Need a few tips on selecting a real Christmas tree? Here are a few tips Lifescape featured last year with a few new ones mixed in: Be sure you know what size…
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Each year a tenth of the world’s land area experiences “extremely hot weather.” And this puts a harsh demand on water use. Here are some ways to either cut down on water use or harvest rain water to use as irrigation. Use your own roof to harvest water into downspouts and direct into a cistern…
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It is very important that as professional landscape contractors, we dedicate time and effort into gaining more knowledge and skill sets that will help us to create beautiful, healthy landscapes for all of our clients. Last week, Lifescape attended the Material Marketing Grand Opening event. “Materials Marketing is America’s oldest, largest and only fully integrated…
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At Lifescape Associates we would like to take this time to thank our loyal customers who have stood by and worked with us through the past 35 years. Happy Thanksgiving and here’s to the next 35 years! On this day, take a moment to be thankful for all the beauty that the Colorado landscape has…
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Driveways, pathways, walkways, stairs…they don’t always have to look so boring. Many times homeowners fail to realize that their hardscapes can be just as eye-catching as the garden. What could give you more curb appeal or visually pleasing aesthetics than attention-grabbing color? If you are still a little unsure, take a look at a few…
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Now that we are experiencing shortened days and chilly nights, it is time to brighten up our landscapes to make them safer and look more interesting. In the early evening hours, take a look around your Denver area home to see what areas need some brightening up. Here are a few things to look for:…
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The awnings in your landscape can work wonders in dressing up your home and/or business. Now that the snow is coming in, it is important to remember that brushing heavy snowfall off your awnings is something you want to put into practice. If the awnings on your property are not strong enough or too old to hold…
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Your backyard should be an oasis. A place where you, your family and friends can go to relax, entertain, have a little privacy and simply enjoy all of the beautiful nature that surrounds you. Here is a project that is currently on the boards at Lifescape Associates. The client wanted a look that was somewhat rustic,…
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