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Weekly word on the Tweet

Our weekly twitter digest:

New Discussion Closing up gaps in a fence http://bit.ly/9HvUBR @ LJN #
At GardenImprovements.com we always look out for cool and funky idea’s to inspire us. Check this out- http://bit.ly/1JuYzj #
New Discussion Financing new machinery http://bit.ly/bdnqoI @ LJN #
New Discussion Monty Don on Woodcraft http://bit.ly/bkE0K1 @ LJN #
New Discussion Fly tipping by a [...]

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Fri, February 19 2010 » Promotions and Client Information » No Comments

Weekly word on the Tweet

A weekly digest of our tweets:

FavBlogs: StudioG – I have a tiny little round up interesting accessories for your garden.  It’s all bird related … http://bit.ly/9SeuxL #
Despite having “one of those faces” where ppl automatically assume they know me – I cant find a doppelganger anywhere…radio hosts perhaps? #
If only we had a decent summer [...]

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Fri, February 12 2010 » Promotions and Client Information » No Comments

Weekly word on the Tweet

A weekly update on Nicky’s Tweets…just an idea but I can’t imagine anybody would read through all of that!  Probably won’t do this again!

Low budget driveways: spend same money but get a smarter job with a little professional input http://bit.ly/38iXKD < Glasgow Driveway #
FavBlogs: How about some innovative ideas to wrap up the week?  This [...]

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Fri, January 29 2010 » Completed Project Portfolio Series » No Comments

Weekly word on the Tweet

Spider dragging a dead sparrow just scuttled behind TV cabinet – I can hear it breathing… #
LJN: Add on products – HOT TUBS etc: I'm thinking about offering some add on products to my clients, wooden hot tu… http://bit.ly/7FK7Bi #
RT @The_RHS: How's ur garden looking now most of the ice and snow has gone? http://bit.ly/8lnFVe #
Meeting [...]

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Fri, January 22 2010 » Completed Project Portfolio Series » No Comments

Glasgow West Garden Design: Contemporary City Oasis

Considering the area was practically a car park before hand, virtually just a concrete base, i think my design will really turn the space into a use-able garden and mirror Moyra’s style while giving the established and impressive town-house a worthy extension!

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Sun, October 18 2009 » Garden Design Portfolio Series » No Comments

East Kilbride: Stylish Relaxation Garden Design in Greenhills

The large lawn areas should accomodate the expected family’s adventurous feet while also ensuring a soft green centre to the garden area. Within the deck shall be an almost semi-circular bench with timber seating that will easily host many a deriere of an evening! The banked planting, together with some plants in pots and troughs, will soften all the edges and ensure a serene environment for Naila and Nasim to relax in.

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Mon, October 12 2009 » Garden Design Portfolio Series » No Comments

An Apprentices View: My First Design Built

So after much practise and a couple of knock-backs, I finally had come up with a design that a client felt worthy of having built in their garden…phew!  The customer was Mary G from Busby on the south side of Glasgow, and not only did she like the design she loved it enough to go [...]

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Sun, October 11 2009 » Gardening, Industry Comment » No Comments

Glasgow East: Small Driveway Garden Design in Baillieston

The segments of lawn will brighten up the whole area, coupled with the planting scheme Pamela will have a really attractive garden to greet her from work and have the neighbours casting a envious eye! I think the sweeping lines create much more interesting shapes than your conventional driveway and will frame the house perfectly.

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Sun, October 11 2009 » Garden Design Portfolio Series » No Comments

Lanarkshire: Tailored Driveway Design in Motherwell

The aim of the design is to reduce the impact of the hard landscaping on the effect of the property – a traditional sandstone semi. Monoblock is certainly far too modern a material to use and the budget ruled out using traditional stone – the driveway area will be at least 110 sq m! The medium choice is the tumbled block which comes in 3 sizes and always looks handsome when installed.

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Fri, October 9 2009 » Garden Design Portfolio Series » No Comments

Renfrewshire: Orbital Garden Design in Elderslie

A better look at the primary seating area shows that it can easily accommodate a table and chairs, and with the secondary seating area sufficient enough for a bench there’s no chance of running out of entertaining space!

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Thu, October 8 2009 » Garden Design Portfolio Series » No Comments