Category Archive: Exploring Materials

An exploration into materials resources, costs, availability, suitability and variety for use on landscaping projects in gardens and public spaces.

Feb 15

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 …

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Feb 15

Landscape and design with Artificial Lawns

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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 …

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