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September 2, 2021 | Design One | Blog, Retaining Wall
Retaining walls are some of the best multi-purpose features you can install in your yard. They offer practical benefits, such as maintaining the structural integrity of collapsing or eroding sections of earth and acting as dividers between different parts of your lawn or garden. Despite their sturdy construction, however, retaining walls often develop sustainability issues […]
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August 27, 2021 | Design One | Blog
When the days grow shorter and the nights become cooler, there’s nothing like a cozy gathering by the fire to cure those winter blues. For some, this means retreating indoors to the comfort of a fireplace, but outdoor fire features make it easier for nature-lovers to spend more of the year outside. Why Add a […]
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August 24, 2021 | Design One | Blog
Determining the best time of year to redesign your landscaping is crucial to a successful growing season. Planting at the wrong time can lead to dead plants and dry grass, turning your beautiful green scenery brown. Although many people believe spring is the best time for planting, landscapes thrive when installed during the late summer […]
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August 24, 2021 | Design One | Blog
Whether you just want to liven up your front yard or you’re ready to put your house on the market, enhancing your curb appeal is a vital first step. In addition to looking good, a beautiful front yard can bring in more potential buyers and even increase the value of your home. Though there are […]
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August 1, 2021 | Design One | Blog
When choosing gravel or rock for your landscaping, it’s hard to know which option will do the job you want it to while looking the best for the longest amount of time. How can you tell which gravel or landscaping rock will work with your plants or with your kids and pets? Most importantly, how […]
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August 1, 2021 | Design One | Blog
When redesigning your outdoor oasis, natural stone can be a beautiful option that lasts for years to come. Taking advantage of the great variation in the material, our professional landscapers use different kinds and cuts of natural stones for a variety of creative outdoor design projects. Steps One way to make natural stone a focal […]
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July 1, 2021 | Design One | Blog
A backyard patio is a place to gather with friends and family and spend time together when conditions outdoors allow it. Homeowners are increasingly looking to continue the indoor living environment in their outdoor living design. Your patio installation doesn’t have to be identical to the interior design, but it should complement it in some […]
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May 17, 2021 | Design One | Blog
Between gusty winds and significant amounts of wet snow, winter in Michigan can be hard on your property. The weather may bring down branches, limbs, and even whole trees. The heavy snow and pounding rain can compact the soil, making it difficult for chemical treatments and fertilizers to reach the plants’ roots. The result is […]
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May 6, 2021 | Design One | Blog
Professional landscape installation requires detailed designs and consultations to ensure you receive an outdoor area you can love for years to come. Find out how we create 3D landscaping master plans at Design One before our team offers you stunning outdoor features in Michigan. On-Site Evaluation We don’t offer cookie-cutter landscaping features that are designed […]
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April 26, 2019 | Design One | Blog
For busy individuals, lawn maintenance is likely at the bottom of their list of to-dos. However, when yard work is pushed off repeatedly, it only ends up taking more time and is more difficult than it could have been if done earlier. The workaround for dreaded landscaping tasks is to hire a company to do […]
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