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How to “Green” Your Home Remodel
If you’re considering a big kitchen renovation or whole-house remodel, you might be worried about the effect this project will have on the environment. After all, traditional construction sites are messy, material-heavy, and wasteful. By choosing a custom home builder that takes the right approach, you can “green” your home remodel and lower your carbon…
Read MoreEco Minded Solutions Wins San Diego Beautification Award for 2017
Recipients of CLCA awards are highlighted for their excellence in landscape construction and maintenance through competition among California licensed landscape professionals. We would like to extend a huge thank-you to our hard-working team of landscapers, designers, and builders. It is because of our fantastic team that we are able to achieve such recognition year after…
Read MoreBenefits of Eco Building & Green Remodeling
Why Should I Go Green? There are a variety of ways to “go green” today, but eco building is a great option if you are looking to make a significant impact. Here are some top benefits of going green with eco building: Reduced energy costs One primary goal of going green is to save money.…
Read MoreEco Minded Solutions Wins Best of San Diego 5 Years in a Row
These awards are only a small piece of the puzzle for our company. We are continuously driven by the satisfaction of our customers, as well as our commitment to the environment, to work towards a more beautiful, more sustainable San Diego. It is the delight and comfort you take in our finished projects that propels…
Read More3 Fun Ways to Reduce Waste & Reuse Old Roofing Materials
Choose a Company with Sustainable Roofing Practices If you are choosing a roofing company with sustainable recycling practices, you are well on your way to helping out your community and planet. If you are still shopping around for a eco-friendly roofer, try to pick a general contractor that will order the least amount of…
Read MoreHow (Not) to Maintain Your Xeriscape
Here are tips from our landscape experts for maintaining and preserving your xeriscape to save time and money while beautifying your home. 1. Replace Your Lawn with Gravel & Unique Stones Replacing your lawn with gravel reduces maintenance time to almost zero. You’ll save water and money by saying goodbye to sprinklers and mowers! Gravel…
Read MoreFeng Shui Design Tips – for Indoor & Outdoor Improvements
What Is Feng Shui? (Pronounced Fung Shway) The word “Feng Shui” translates literally to “Wind Water.” Advocates of this practice believe that the feelings in our mind, body, or spirit are directly related to the positioning of the interior or exterior of the home. Taoists began to practice Feng Shui when they noticed that the land…
Read MoreCreating a Tropical Oasis at Home
Go Green in Your Personal Oasis Go green–by bringing in plants, that is! Our landscape architects in San Diego and Orange County recommend layering various types of plants for a lush landscape, to bring a vacation feeling and relaxation to your backyard. Palm trees, stalks of bamboo, and vibrant flowers blooming with color make it…
Read MoreThe 5 Benefits of Customizing Your New Dream Home
When to Revise an Existing Home Design There are financial advantages to whole home remodeling and many customization options. There may be some features of the home that work well, while others don’t. Maybe you enjoy the view and the location, but you would like a larger, more user-friendly kitchen. Remodeling is the right choice for you when…
Read MoreLandscaping Privacy Ideas: Screening Plants, Trees, and Fences
Landscaping Privacy Benefits: Safety, Comfort & Noise Landscaping privacy isn’t just about keeping people out of your business – it’s a safety issue. Especially when you’re at a dinner party with friends and your neighbor is rubbernecking for a little too long. It’s just plain awkward. When you have children, designing your landscape with privacy…
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