There are multiple use-case scenarios for retaining walls. You can imagine an almost infinite number of reasons to build a retaining wall but the main reasons are to extend the functional space of your yard by adding useful space to an otherwise unusable slope, to...
An aspect of landscape design that can be occasionally overlooked is the seating area. A beautifully designed seating area can provide a wonderful addition to both the yard and the house. When placed strategically, a seating area will expand the home. French doors opening to a...
We often discuss the benefits of including native plants in your landscape design because of the low water advantages, as well as often requiring less fertilizer. Both are very worthy options that will ease our use of natural resources and save you time and money. However,...
One of the most exciting aspects of landscape design is the opportunity to take advantage of the specific features of your particular plot of land. At Paradise Designs, we have spent decades honing our craft so we can ensure that we give our clients the...
After a long hot summer your yard may be showing the wear and tear of prolonged scorching days. Consistent quality maintenance can help. Just like a good Spring cleaning, a Fall tune-up and regular landscape maintenance service can spruce things for the holidays, as well...
The land surrounding our homes are most often separated into the front yard and the back yard. When Paradise Designs approaches the design challenges your particular piece of land creates, we like to make a cohesive design that tackles both areas while taking into account...
In a bit of an expansion of our recent post on needs and wants, we like to take some time to analyze your property ourselves. Our team at Paradise Designs has decades of experience designing landscapes for homes just like yours. Our thorough site analysis...
Landscape wants and needs can sometimes be shuttled into an area of expectation without a real dialogue. Here at Paradise Designs Inc. our designers listen to your ideas and strive to blend your vision with our extensive design expertise. Our goal is to design and...
Paradise Designs takes great pride in our detailed landscape design plans. Our professional designers translate your project concepts into hardline reality. We incorporate all the elements of your project calling out dimensions, materials, and details to insure your ‘personal paradise’ is built to your approved design...
In our semi-arid climate spring color isn’t always brightly apparent. However, at Paradise Designs we like to help old and future clients beautify their landscape by aiding their maintenance routines. Spring color is often a first step. It is always amazing what a few flats of...
Happy First Day of Spring! As the days grow longer and Spring showers and longer warmer days help our dormant yards come to life, our imaginations also begin to unleash a plethora of ideas about design plans for outdoor living. Your dreams for a large project...
An important part of our design and maintenance philosophy includes the positive stewardship of all our resources. This positive approach includes ensuring good use of water in our landscapes. This doesn’t just apply to high tech irrigation systems it encompasses drainage systems, and extends to...