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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 | Allen Abisia | Creative Outdoors | May 2023

Sometimes, getting back to basics is the key to success. Allen Abisia and the team at Creative Outdoors Inc. take pride in their classic approach to the hardscaping business: just good old-fashioned hard work and word-of-mouth marketing. And no wonder people recommend them, just take a look at the incredible job that won Creative Outdoors... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
June 30, 2023

Belgard’s Latest Paves the Good Project Makes Outdoor Living Accessible for Local Veteran

Paves the Good projects come in all shapes and sizes, from a simple backyard patio to big ground-up projects like the recent collaboration between Belgard, Easton Outdoors and Tunnel to Towers. It was a sunny summer day in James City County, Virginia and the yard was full of friends, family and a number of first... View Article

BELGARD, PROJECT FEATURES
June 20, 2023

Four Creative Uses for Permeable Pavers

The visionary architect Buckminster Fuller once said “Ninety-nine percent of who you are is invisible and untouchable.” Fuller understood that whether it’s a person or a building, most of what you see is connected to some deeper core residing beneath the surface. A huge proponent of environmentalism, he also understood that while design needs to... View Article

BELGARD, Product Highlights, Uncategorized
May 24, 2023

HARDSCAPE HERO | Howard Rose | BCLS Paver Patios | April 2023

Sometimes a little friendly competition is all you need to elevate your work. When Howard Rose’s client told him they wanted a patio to rival the neighbor’s, he literally rose to the challenge and created a space he was so proud of that he submitted it as his first Hardscape Hero project. The difficulty here... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
May 22, 2023

Belgard’s Paves the Good Initiative Kicks Off With McShin Project

The McShin Foundation Lays the Groundwork for Recovery At Belgard Mid-Atlantic, we believe that everyone deserves a little piece of outdoor heaven. That’s why we implemented our Paves the Good program to find philanthropic and charity projects and share the patio love. The premise is simple: the contractor submits a job and agrees to donate... View Article

PROJECT FEATURES
May 19, 2023

HARDSCAPE HERO | Bill Banford | LiveWell Outdoors | March 2023

When March Hardscape Hero Bill Banford realized that his company’s name was keeping his business from growing to the next level, he took a hard look at what he wanted his brand to convey to potential customers. And the lifestyle that Banford wanted to provide for his clients could be boiled down to a pretty... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
May 2, 2023

Putting Together a Dream Outdoor Space with Belgard Modular Pavers

The old saying “work smarter; not harder” applies to many facets of the hardscape industry, but none more so than Belgard’s collection of modular paving products. Choosing pavers that fit seamlessly together lets you dream up endless design options – all with fewer cuts and less time spent on installation. Now, that’s smart. Whether you... View Article

Product Highlights
April 26, 2023

Belgard University 2023

Belgard University was back in session on February 28, and contractors, dealers and reps from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region enthusiastically showed up ready to learn, share and experience the best of Belgard! Our annual educational conference drew a crowd of 290, who gathered in Virginia at the Fredericksburg Conference Center for a day jam-packed with... View Article

BELGARD
March 29, 2023

HARDSCAPE HERO | Lonny Arter | Chester River Landscaping | February 2023

With obstacles like unpredictable weather and today’s even more unpredictable supply chain, unforeseen delays are sometimes a part of a hardscape project. But experienced contractors like Lonny Arter of Chester River Landscaping know how to make a silver lining out of that unexpected downtime. In the build that clinched Arter’s fourth Hardscape Hero title, an... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
March 29, 2023

HARDSCAPE HERO | Ellis Wiltshire | Rock Creek Innovations | January 2023

If you believe the adage “do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life,” then Ellis Wiltshire of Richmond-based Rock Creek Innovations may be the hardest non-worker in the hardscape business. “I love this industry,” says Wiltshire, because “we have the opportunity to create all sorts of outdoor living spaces.” But... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
March 8, 2023