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Landscape and design with Artificial Lawns

When commissioned to design and landscape a new garden (especially around Glasgow) I am often asked to “have a look at the drainage”, or “do you think it’d look odd without a lawn, Nicky?” -  this is especially true for larger gardens or those which will be used by children or pets.
Lawn-care in the west [...]

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Mon, February 22 2010 » Exploring Materials, Promotions and Client Information » No Comments

Gabions : Cheap Retaining and Other Garden Features

A fantastic article from the Studio G team on the many uses of gabion boxes in garden design and landscaping projects.  We used a similar idea on a garden design in Anniesland; after seeing this I think I might use them again soon!
Studio G – Garden Design & Landscape Design inspiration » All About Gabions [...]

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Thu, October 15 2009 » Exploring Materials, Ideas for the Garden » No Comments