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Front Yard Hardscape Ideas
Walkways If the entrance to your home isn’t clearly defined, help visitors find their way by building a path from the street or driveway to the front door. This creates a welcoming appearance and improves curb appeal. Steps San Diego’s subdivisions are cut out of hillsides. As a result, your front yard may be fairly…
Read MoreBackyard Water Features
Is it time for an upgrade on your San Diego-area home? Put your landscape design project in the hands of the eco-friendliest team in the area with Eco Minded Solutions. Contact us online to schedule your property consultation. Details to Consider for Your Landscape Project Our designers take a number of factors into account when creating a…
Read MoreHardscape Ideas for Sloped Landscapes in San Diego
Retaining Walls To create a flat spot to put a garden or patio, you almost always need a retaining wall. This holds back the soil, controls erosion, and breaks up the slope. Retaining walls can be made of many different materials, from natural looking boulders to cleanly cut paving bricks to weathering steel plates that…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Kitchen Renovation Take?
Planning Phase: At Your Own Pace This is when you gather inspiration for your kitchen remodel from design magazines, websites, Pinterest, and more. It can take days, weeks, or even years, depending on how serious you are about the project and its overall scope. Finding a Designer & Contractor: At Your Own Pace Research kitchen…
Read MoreTypes of Hardscape Materials for San Diego Landscapes
Hardscape Design “Hardscape” refers to the immovable, non-living areas of a landscape, such as: Patios Gazebos Walkways Pergolas Sheds Retaining walls Pavers Fire pits Water features We have developed relationships with local suppliers who provide only the finest quality materials for our designs. Popular Hardscape Materials Our creative landscape designs can feature a wide range…
Read MoreWhat Are the Benefits of the Design+Build Approach?
Shared Accountability The traditional design/bid/build approach requires you to work with two different companies on your project. If they don’t see eye to eye, you could end up stuck in the middle. Conflicting interests could delay progress and increase costs. Things look much different with a design+build approach. Since architects and construction personnel represent the…
Read MoreHow Should I Prepare for a Whole Home Remodel?
When multiple rooms in your San Diego house fail to meet your needs, it’s wise to consider a whole home remodel. Without the proper preparations, this can be a daunting undertaking. Here’s how to prepare for your upcoming renovation to ensure you’re left with a beautiful, functional living space once the project is complete. Work…
Read MoreHow to Create a Kitchen Fit for a Chef
Storage Chefs have more pots, pans, and kitchen gadgets than the average homeowner. This makes storage a vital component of a kitchen fit for a chef. Take an inventory of the things you own to help you plan room to accommodate them. Nest pots and bakeware when possible to consolidate space, and keep seasonal and…
Read MoreHow to Design Your Home Around Your Natural Surroundings
Create an Indoor Space that Flows to the Outside The best way to take advantage of your natural surroundings is to blur the line between inside and out. Here are a few ways to do this: Trade your small patio door for extra-wide telescoping or folding doors. When you throw these open on a beautiful…
Read MoreHow Can I Create a Luxurious Yet Eco-Friendly Bathroom?
Flow-Regulated Showerheads Many San Diego homeowners say that the number-one comfort feature they want in the master bathroom is a spa-like showerhead. No longer designed just to get you clean, showers have become one of the most indulgent features in the home. And fortunately, with the latest fixtures and features, you can achieve an eco-friendly…
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