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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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Josh Goff of Commonwealth Curb Appeal returns as our Hardscape Hero this month for his fourth time with the title. And just like when he made the leap from landscaping to hardscaping almost 20 years ago, he knows that seeing success in this business takes a mix of heart, hustle, and hard work. This seasoned... View Article
Get Away from Summertime Travel Stress with a Backyard Staycation
Backyard Staycation If your summer travel plans have your stress levels rising faster than the price of gas, it might be time to think about a staycation! Your own backyard may not be at the top of your list of dream vacation destinations, but with a bit of imagination and a little DIY spirit you... View Article
Hardscape Hero | Josh Bell | New Leaf Landscaping | April 2022
For a guy who shares his last name with the inventor of the telephone, it’s no wonder that Josh Bell places so much importance on strong communication. And with his second win in less than a year, this Hardscape Hero might be onto something with that belief. The winning project in Mechanicsville, VA began when... View Article
Lighten Up: Integrating Lighting Into Your Hardscape Design
When you’re planning the outdoor living space of your dreams, don’t forget that a good chunk of your time enjoying it is probably going to take place after dark. Integrating lighting into your outdoor space during the design phase is the best way to ensure that your dream patio gets the full glow-up. Here are... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Lenny Peters | Lenny’s Landscapes | March 2022
Lenny Peters of Lenny’s Landscapes was raised to live by a tongue-in-cheek but extremely wise motto: K.I.S.S. – Keep It Simple, Stupid! That friendly advice from his father has guided Lenny in all of his business decisions, and has made his 5-year-old Culpepper, VA company a simple success. Peters got early exposure to the world... View Article
Product Highlight: Melville Wall
Add dimension and definition to an outdoor living design with our new Melville Wall system. The smooth texture and subtle chamfer of the block create modern, clean lines, while the matching cap completes the seamless aesthetic. These new products are a welcome addition to the Belgard collection of walls, pavers and caps. Belgard Mid-Atlantic Sales... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Jeremy South | South Side Specialties | February 2022
Jeremy South’s second Hardscape Hero win in just six months is an example of the award being based on a quality finished product rather than a dramatically-scaled build story. According to South, this project also went incredibly smooth! But even without any drama during the construction phase, the client still ended up with a dramatic outdoor living... View Article
Get In on Exclusive Perks as a Belgard Hardscape Hero
Does your company have a recent project that stands out as a real showstopper? You could be a Belgard Hardscape Hero! Our monthly awards program for outstanding residential hardscape installations recognizes the best of the best among contractors working with Belgard products – but the benefits don’t end there. What else can you expect as... View Article
Outdoor Living Trends for 2022
With warm spring days just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your outdoor upgrades! Whether you’ll be working from home on your deck or entertaining friends on your patio, you’ll want to incorporate some of 2022’s hottest outdoor living trends. Here’s what we’re seeing: Blending Indoor/Outdoor For years, the trend was “bringing the... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Lonny Arter | Bryan & Sons | January 2022
The pandemic has disrupted business all over the world for the last two years, and hardscape design companies have been no exception. Our January Hardscape Hero, Lonny Arter, may still be feeling the ripple effects of pandemic-caused production and shipping delays, but he’s also proof that perseverance pays off. His Easton, MD company, Bryan &... View Article