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HARDSCAPE HERO - September 3, 2025

From Farm Roots to Award-Winning Hardscapes: Craig Smith, BR Design Build For Craig Smith of BR Design Build, the path to becoming a Belgard HARDSCAPE HERO wasn’t paved overnight. It was built through decades of grit, problem-solving and a relentless drive to do things the right way. Craig’s journey started on the Eastern Shore, working... View Article

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HARDSCAPE HERO | Matt Scott | Ultimate Hardscapes | March 2019

The ability to adapt to challenges is one of the traits that make HARDSCAPE HEROES the best in their field. When Matt Scott of Ultimate Hardscapes took on his winning project, it was his decade-plus of experience that gave him the skills and foresight he needed to create a stunning project. “I love a challenge,... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
April 12, 2019

HARDSCAPE HERO | Josh Franklin | Deckscapes of Virginia, LLC | February 2019

Two-time HARDSCAPE HERO winner Josh Franklin of Deckscapes of Virginia, LLC, knows what it takes to create outdoor living spaces that include unique and interesting features while keeping functionality at the forefront of the design. His latest winning project is no exception. This complete backyard renovation included a deck, a pool, a cabana, and a... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
March 6, 2019

HARDSCAPE HERO | Lonny Arter | Denison Landscaping | January 2019

January’s winning HARDSCAPE HERO project is a testament to collaboration and the value of planning and creativity. What started as a simple backyard patio grew into a wraparound walkway and custom driveway, thanks in part to 3D renderings created with the Eagle Bay Design Studio. The story begins with two brothers building houses next to... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
January 31, 2019

HARDSCAPE HERO of the YEAR: Wayne Long, Albemarle Walls and Pavers

On a beautiful fall night in Richmond, Virginia, Eagle Bay HARDSCAPE HEROES from across the region gathered to celebrate their accomplishments with friends and family. This year’s ceremony featured a night at the historic Carpenter Theatre, where we celebrated 2018’s HARDSCAPE HERO of the YEAR, Wayne Long of Albemarle Walls & Pavers. The day began... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
December 11, 2018

HARDSCAPE HERO | Trey Watford | River Pools & Spas | November 2018

Becoming a HARDSCAPE HERO is all about conscientious design, talent, and a willingness to try something new. Trey Watford, November’s HARDSCAPE HERO, took such a chance by incorporating pavers and wall materials he’d never used before into his stunning project. “There were a lot of firsts for me on this project. We used Chatham Natural... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
December 7, 2018

HARDSCAPE HERO | Donald Sherbeyn | Sherbeyn’s Landscape | October 2018

A great patio design can help you escape the stress of life. 2016 HARDSCAPE HERO of the YEAR Donald Sherbeyn’s most recent winning project is no different. Through thoughtful design, Sherbeyn incorporated all his client’s requests while helping them escape an overgrown backyard with a battered deck. “The homeowners knew exactly what they wanted. The... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
November 7, 2018

HARDSCAPE HERO | Wayne Long | Albemarle Walls & Pavers | September 2018

Creativity is key when it comes to creating the perfect patio. Wayne Long, president of Albemarle Walls & Pavers, demonstrated how pushing the boundaries of color, style, design, and function can lead to award-winning results. From installing a false wall to support a custom-built chimney to using three different colors of the same Eagle Bay... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
October 9, 2018

HARDSCAPE HERO | Ken Osterhus | Osterhus Outdoors | August 2018

As president of Osterhus Outdoors, Ken Osterhus constantly asks his employees, “How is this project going to look 50 years from now?” Their answer: “As good as the day it was installed.” The latest winning project from these two-time HARDSCAPE HERO winners is a perfect example of the kind of thoroughness Osterhus Outdoors puts into... View Article

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September 4, 2018

HARDSCAPE HERO | Jeff Gray | Outdoor Visions by Jeff Gray | July 2018

The crew at Outdoor Visions by Jeff Gray knew that it was going to be a good year after founder Jeff Gray was named 2017 Eagle Bay HARDSCAPE HERO of the Year. In fact, this July they clinched their second HARDSCAPE HERO title. “It was a great honor to be recognized as HARDSCAPE HERO of... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
August 3, 2018

HARDSCAPE HERO | Andrew Cutright | Greensward, LLC | June 2018

Professional design can make all the difference when planning an outdoor living space. When Andrew Cutright and his team at Greensward LLC were challenged on their newest project due to the tight space available for installation and material delivery, they knew exactly how to proceed. “We specialize in complete outdoor living spaces. We can plan... View Article

HARDSCAPE HERO
July 18, 2018

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