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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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HARDSCAPE HERO | Taylor Adams | Dominion Pavers | December 2017

The secret to creating the perfect patio is the willingness to collaborate. That was precisely the case with December’s HARDSCAPE Hero winner, Taylor Adams of Dominion Pavers. Their winning project was an ensemble of influence from his designer, Chris Rupp; the homeowner; an electrician; and his crew. The finished patio includes a refurbished pool deck,... View Article

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January 9, 2018

HARDSCAPE HERO | Patrick McGrath | Virginia Beach Patios | November 2017

Planning any patio project requires strong attention to detail and the ability to turn a customer’s vision into a reality. Planning a patio with integrated water features, gas lines, and changes in grade takes precision and patience. November’s HARDSCAPE HERO Patrick McGrath of Virginia Beach Patios was excited when faced with such a tough project... View Article

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December 6, 2017

HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year: Jeff Gray, Outdoor Visions by Jeff Gray

On a beautiful Fall day in Richmond, dozens of HARDSCAPE HEROES gathered from across the region to spend the day together celebrating and discovering who would be named HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year. In the afternoon, the Heroes competed in the Techniseal Clay Classic, which was followed by the annual HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year... View Article

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November 8, 2017

A Day with Champions; The HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year 2017 Recap

What started as a modest program to reward our hard-working, talented partners has quickly grown into a revered, industry-leading initiative. Last year, the first annual awards dinner featured a night at Quirk Hotel and a fantastic dinner at the Boathouse, where we celebrated the first-ever HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year, Donald Sherbeyn. This year’s HARDSCAPE... View Article

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November 8, 2017

HARDSCAPE HERO | Eric Ellington | Glen Allen Grounds Management, LLC | October 2017

Sometimes the best way to complete a patio project is to help a long-time customer realize the value of an outdoor living space. October’s HARDSCAPE HERO winner, Eric Ellington of Glen Allen Grounds Management, LLC, did just that. Eric, who is the vice president of the company, has been in the hardscaping industry for a... View Article

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October 31, 2017

HARDSCAPE HERO | Jesse Dunlap | DSD Landscaping | September 2017

It’s not every day that you’re asked to complete an 8,000-square-foot job for a Major League Baseball player. September’s HARDSCAPE HERO winner Jesse Dunlap of DSD Landscaping, Inc. was asked to do exactly that, and he knocked it out of the park. “I love building relationships with clients,” says Dunlap. This project was no different.... View Article

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October 5, 2017

Eagle Bay Fire Features: Product Guide, Cleaning & Safety

An Eagle Bay fire pit or fireplace makes the perfect centerpiece for any thriving outdoor living space, extending and enhancing your outdoor entertaining season. We currently offer dozens of variations on our fire features. This helpful guide will make understanding the differences between our available options easier. Fire Pits Eagle Bay fire pits come in... View Article

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October 5, 2017

Project Feature: The Denbigh House Clubhouse for Brain Injury Survivors

The Denbigh House has been reaping the benefits of their patio and garden this summer, harvesting different vegetables that are used in communal meals. The center is a “clubhouse model program for individuals with brain injuries,” says Club House Director Jessica Dupuy. The center is designed to help individuals rehab from brain injuries, and their... View Article

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September 1, 2017

HARDSCAPE HERO | Josh Franklin | Deckscapes of Virginia, LLC | August 2017

Congrats to August’s HARDSCAPE HERO winner, Josh Franklin of Deckscapes of Virginia LLC, located in Catharpin, Virginia. Josh has been in the hardscaping industry for 6 years and is originally from Tappahannock, Virginia. When he’s not designing beautiful outdoor living spaces, he spends his time hunting and fishing. “My whole family gets together after I... View Article

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September 1, 2017

Second-Look Stories: Trey Watford, Williams Landscape & Design, Inc.

Trey Watford won the HARDSCAPE HERO award in February of 2017. He’s been busy creating awesome new projects, and we checked in with him recently to find out how things have been going since joining the HARDSCAPE HERO family. “It was great being able to tell the clients that their yard was going to be... View Article