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Crafting Elevation: Jordan Miller’s Award-Winning Vision in Cypress Creek In the hardscaping world, a project’s success is often measured by the beauty of the final result. But for Jordan Miller of Landworks Unlimited, it’s the transformation that tells the real story—the creative problem-solving, craftsmanship and connection with clients that happen before the first paver is... View Article
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Meet this month’s Hardscape Hero, Patrick McGrath of Affordable Hardscapes of Virginia in Virginia Beach. Patrick and his partner, Sage, are supported by a skilled crew who specialize in design, installation and repair of outdoor living areas. In other words, all things hardscape! Through a combination of time tested workmanship, professional in-house engineering and knowledge... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | James River Nurseries | June 2015
This month’s Hardscape Hero is the team of Mike Hildebrand, John Guidon and Dean Johnson from James River Nurseries. We spoke to John Guidon about the winning hardscape project and James River Nurseries’ approach to exceeding their clients’ expectations. James River Nurseries is a full service landscape/hardscape firm with the ability to design and manage... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | David Durning | Landscape Solutions of Virginia | May 2015
Meet this month’s Hardscape Hero, David Durning of Landscape Solutions of Virginia in Chesterfield. In addition to his 15+ years of experience, David is the first Hardscape Hero to have won our monthly contest twice – congratulations to David and his team! We caught up with David to ask him where he gets his inspiration.... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Dave Moore | Permanent Paving and Sealing | April 2015
Meet this month’s Hardscape Hero, Dave Moore of Permanent Paving & Sealing in Midlothian, Virginia. Dave has over 37 years of experience as a state licensed paving and sealing contractor in Virginia, so he’s seen his share of projects. As an accomplished artist and collector of sculpture, he brings a unique perspective to the design... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Nicholas Molter | Molter Landscaping | March 2015
Meet this month’s Hardscape Hero, Nicholas Molter of Molter Landscaping in Chester, VA. Specializing in landscape design and installation, Nicholas’ company has been in business for five years. Recent hardscape installations include patios, sidewalks, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, and retaining walls. Molter Landscaping’s latest project centers around creating an outdoor living space. The plans call... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Christian Basnight | Basnight Land & Lawn | February 2015
Learn more about this month’s Hardscape Hero, Basnight Lawn & Landscaping... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Stevi Brockwell | Garden Sanctuaries | January 2015
Learn more about January’s Hardscape Hero, Stevi Brockewell, and her latest Eagle Bay project.... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Mike Halliday | Bluehill Landscapes | December 2014
Meet December’s Hardscape Hero, Mike Halliday of Bluehill Landscapes, and see his latest project.... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Linda Jensen | Arrowwood Landscapes | November 2014
Meet November’s Hardscape Hero, Linda Jensen from Arrowwood Landscapes. Linda describes Arrowwood Landscapes as a “boutique’ design/build company.” They love to create unique outdoor spaces with hardscape, landscape and low-voltage lighting elements. Her company prides itself on focusing on one project at a time and completing it before beginning the next. Linda and her team... View Article
HARDSCAPE HERO | Brian Gillespie | Ultimate Hardscapes | October 2014
Meet October’s Hardscape Hero, Brian Gillespie from Ultimate Hardscapes. Brian Gillespie, in Newport News, VA, has 15 years custom construction experience. At Ultimate Hardscapes he and his team specialize in the design and installation of exquisite outdoor living environments using hardscapes. From simple patio and fire pit installations to award winning showcase projects, Ultimate Hardscapes... View Article