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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 | June 2024 | Greg Coles | ALC Custom Landscapes, Inc.

Some craftsmen let their work speak for itself. Certain projects contain decades of experience and dedication, and that craftsmanship shines through without any need to boast or explain. For Greg Coles and the team at ALC Custom Landscapes, their hard work and expertise are on full display in the project that won them June’s HARDSCAPE... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
August 21, 2024

Smart Tech For Creating A Modern Outdoor Space

People have been crafting beautiful outdoor spaces since humans moved from hunter-gatherer groups to permanent agricultural settlements. Many of the tools for creating and maintaining those spaces have changed very little over thousands of years. With industrialization came new technology for sculpting the land and carving masonry, and electricity only made those tools more efficient.... View Article

BELGARD, Product Highlights, Uncategorized
August 13, 2024

HARDSCAPE HERO | May 2024 | Ricky Simmons | Simmons Lawn & Landscaping

While some artists work better in a group, it’s always impressive to see someone strike out on their own with grace and success. The greatest solo artists come into their own by following their creative vision and holding themselves to the highest standards. He may not have platinum records, but Ricky Simmons has his fair... View Article

BELGARD, HARDSCAPE HERO
July 18, 2024

Making Sure Your Plants Thrive as Temperatures Rise

Good hardscapes act as an extension of both the home and the surrounding landscape. They exist in the space between the straight lines and symmetry of manmade architecture, and the gentle curves and free movement of the natural world. The key to maintaining this balance and keeping your hardscape from leaning too far in the... View Article

BELGARD, HOW TO, Uncategorized
July 2, 2024

HARDSCAPE HERO | April 2024 | Vinny Coppola | Stone & Wood Hardscapes LLC

It’s easy for a big splashy patio to catch anyone’s attention with sweeping vistas and multi-tiered design. We love the large-scale “wow” projects, complete with winding walkways and bubbling water features, but when a space is particularly small, the time spent on minute details shines through. For Vinny Coppola and the team at Stone &... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
June 12, 2024

Ideas to Elevate Summer Fun for New or Existing Projects

Spring is a time of rebirth, of blossoming life and new beginnings. As nature wakes up from its wintery slumber and the months warm up leading into summer, it’s time for homeowners to start imagining what kinds of potential lay dormant in their outdoor spaces. Analysis paralysis can be the first big hurdle to clear... View Article

BELGARD, ENTERTAINING, Product Highlights, Uncategorized
May 24, 2024

HARDSCAPE HERO | March 2024 | Andrew Cutright | Greensward LLC

Creating the perfect outdoor living space is a balancing act. Somewhere between the homeowner’s vision and the potential that the landscape holds lies the seed for the ultimate backyard oasis. For Andrew Cutright and the crew at Greensward LLC, this balance comes from years of experience and a willingness to understand what a homeowner wants,... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
May 9, 2024

Post-Winter Maintenance: Breathe New Life Into Your Outdoor Space

Outdoor living isn’t something that’s confined to a single season. No one should miss out on their backyard oasis simply because it’s cold outside, and Belgard has no shortage of solutions for keeping you toasty throughout the winter months. That being said, some seasons are rougher on your patio than others, from fluctuating temperatures to... View Article

BELGARD, HOW TO, Uncategorized
May 3, 2024

HARDSCAPE HERO | February 2024 | James Aguilera | Apex Masonry LLC

When it comes to outdoor spaces, it’s easy to be awed by huge tiered patios and elegant pools. Bigger isn’t always better, and humble spaces can contain multitudes when it comes to a hardscaper’s imagination. Sometimes smaller projects just need the right inspired elements, an eye for design and creative use of the space to... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
April 19, 2024

Painting With Pavers: New Colorways for the Richmond and Crofton Markets

No two backyards are alike. Nature presents such a wide variety of colors, textures and shapes, which coalesce into any number of unique tapestries, even within the same neighborhood. With the endless potential of any outdoor space, we want to make sure you have as many options as possible to assemble the perfect hardscape for... View Article

BELGARD, BUILDING THE BASICS, Product Highlights
March 26, 2024