by Lisa Van Liefde | Jun 18, 2015 | Green Design
Dealing with the drought may seem a crazy idea in many parts of our country for areas who have received torrential rain recently. But most news reports are focusing on the west coast issue of severe drought – especially here in California, a state that is experiencing...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Mar 10, 2015 | Green Design, Reclaimed – Recycled
Why is natural stone preferred over man-made or manufactured products? Natural stone is preferred because it evokes an enduring feeling of warmth, stability, and permanence. Natural stone can outlast any type of manufactured, man-made product on the market. The color...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Nov 19, 2014 | Green Design, Reclaimed – Recycled
For those embarking upon construction projects around the home, or a complete house build, there are many ways to follow best practices for using resources wisely and become good stewards of the earth’s natural resources. Construction and demolition waste accounts for...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Sep 9, 2014 | Antique Reclaimed Cobblestone & Curb, Green Design
It’s September and the leaves will be turning soon! Are you ready? The Fall is a great time to tend to your garden! Did you know, not only do people enjoy the change in temperature, but plants do as well? In fact, fall can be one of the best times of year to add...
by Lisa Van Liefde | May 22, 2014 | Design, Green Design
(Originally posted at Houzz.com) For National Landscape Architecture Month, Houzz Survey Reveals Homeowners are Going Green with Lighting, Native Plants and Lawn Alternatives Creating entertaining space and fixing problems are equally important to homeowners when it...
by Lisa Van Liefde | Jan 29, 2014 | Design, Green Design
The natural stone industry is heading into the home stretch of its multi-year effort to create a sustainability standard for natural stone products used in building.We believe natural stone is more durable and beautiful than man-made products. And, like many folks in...
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