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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
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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
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 | 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 | 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 | January 2024 | Owen Ness – Cross Creek Nursery
In any craft it’s always good to introduce fresh perspectives to keep things interesting, and what better way than getting some young blood in the game. Our January HARDSCAPE HERO award puts Cross Creek Nursery’s Owen Ness, one of our youngest winners ever, front and center with an amazing project. While Cross Creek has basked... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | December 2023 | Donald Sherbeyn | Sherbeyn’s Landscape
When we create the HARDSCAPE HERO Hall of Fame, Donald Sherbeyn will certainly be a first-ballot selection. After winning six monthly HARDSCAPE HERO awards and HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year twice, Sherbeyn hasn’t shown any signs of slowing down. With this seventh win, Donald and Sherbeyn’s Landscape give us the feeling they’re just getting started. ... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Matt Scott | Ultimate Hardscapes | November 2023
Whether it’s Michael Jordan in ‘95 or Elvis Presley in ‘68, people love a comeback. That’s why we were so excited about Matt Scott and Ultimate Hardscapes’ HARDSCAPE HERO win in November. Matt’s been in the industry for fifteen years now and isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. While grateful for a little downtime... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Micah Miller | Easton Outdoors | October 2023
Anyone who follows our HARDSCAPE HERO program will be familiar with Micah Miller and Easton Outdoors’ success story: Micah started mowing lawns in high school, which led to a full-blown landscaping business. His business grew quickly, so he had to diversify, leading him to specialize in water features and eventually hardscapes. For his second HARDSCAPE... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO Continues to Grow as New Winners Attend Year-End Ceremony
On October 6th we celebrated Belgard’s 9th Annual HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year award ceremony at The Dominion Energy Center in Richmond, Virginia. The HARDSCAPE HERO program was developed nine years ago to celebrate our contractor partners who go above and beyond to put the Belgard product on display in the most artful and creative... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Kevin Butler | The Outdoor Living Company | September 2023
Your home is your sanctuary, so naturally, you need any additions to be exactly what you want. But what happens when you don’t know exactly what you want? When you’re unsure about what kind of outdoor space is the right choice, you call Kevin Butler and The Outdoor Living Company. Kevin has a way of... View Article