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HARDSCAPE HERO, Uncategorized - October 31, 2024
On October 3rd we celebrated Belgard’s 10th Annual Belgard HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year award ceremony at the historic Main Street Station in Richmond, Virginia When it comes to a partnership, the most important thing is trust. That’s why we’ve spent the last ten years building a program based on community, mutual respect and a... View Article
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Planning a new outdoor living project can feel overwhelming if you don’t have a clear direction on how to start. At Belgard, we don’t just make industry-leading paver and wall products. We help homeowners achieve their outdoor living dreams every step of the way. Many homeowners know they want a new patio, walkway or outdoor... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | August 2025 | Vinny Coppola | Stone and Wood Hardscapes
Maximizing Space with Style: Hardscape Hero, Vinny Coppola If you ask Hardscape Hero winner Vinny Coppola about small space design, he does not talk about the limitations of square footage. He grins and says, “You just gotta get the flash in there.” On this winning Hardscape Hero project, that “flash” came in the form of... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | July 2025 | Jeff Crandell | Scapes, Inc.
Shining the Light on a Green Side Showpiece: Hardscape Hero, Jeff Crandell When Jeff Crandell of Scapes, Inc. first walked the property of his winning project, the sunlight was blocked out by tree cover, and the existing outdoor space was dilapidated, on the verge of being unsafe. The home backed up to a picturesque par-three... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | May 2025 | Ricky Simmons | Simmons Lawn and Landscaping
From Cutting Grass to Crafted Spaces: HARDSCAPE HERO, Ricky Simmons For Ricky Simmons, owner of Simmons Lawn & Landscaping, the road to becoming a HARDSCAPE HERO started behind a mower and led to full-scale outdoor living design and installation. Powered by vision, passion and a commitment to do the job right, Ricky has built... View Article
How to Prepare Your Pavers for Winter
As temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, your outdoor living space will require maintenance and care. Preparing your paver patio for winter helps protect your investment, prevent costly damage and ensure it’s ready to enjoy again when warmer weather returns. Here are a few tips to keep your patio looking beautiful and performing its... View Article
Small Spaces, Big Opportunities: A Project that Maximizes Every Square Foot
When it comes to outdoor living, size doesn’t always matter. Some of the most imaginative hardscape designs have been installed in compact spaces, where every square foot is considered and creativity is key. This project perfectly illustrates how, by combining Belgard’s Dimensions™ pavers, Artforms™ panels and Melville™ Plank, you can create distinct spaces that feel... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | April 2025 | Craig Smith | BR Design Build
From Farm Roots to Award-Winning Hardscapes: Craig Smith, BR Design Build For Craig Smith of BR Design Build, the path to becoming a Belgard HARDSCAPE HERO wasn’t paved overnight. It was built through decades of grit, problem-solving and a relentless drive to do things the right way. Craig’s journey started on the Eastern Shore, working... View Article
Boost Your Business with the New Belgard Authorized Contractor Catalog Kit
At Belgard Hardscapes, we know that when contractors thrive, we all win. That’s why we’re proud to introduce the Belgard Authorized Contractor Catalog Kit—a powerful, all-in-one resource designed exclusively to help you grow your business, close more deals and elevate your brand. This isn’t just a box of resource materials—it’s a box of endless sales... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | March 2025 | Jordan Miller | Landworks Unlimited
Crafting Elevation: Jordan Miller’s Award-Winning Vision in Cypress Creek In the hardscaping world, a project’s success is often measured by the beauty of the final result. But for Jordan Miller of Landworks Unlimited, it’s the transformation that tells the real story—the creative problem-solving, craftsmanship and connection with clients that happen before the first paver is... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | February 2025 | Andrew Cutright | Greensward LLC
The HARDSCAPE HERO program was developed to celebrate outdoor spaces that go above and beyond. The reason we get so many repeat winners is due to the years, often decades of experience, that create these breathtaking oases. February brought us Andrew Cutright of Greensward LLC’s third monthly win with an incredible lap pool, complete with... View Article