Everyone knows what a landscape is, and everyone knows what landscaping is. But what is hardscape? Also known as hardscaping, your hardscape basically is everything in your landscape design that isn’t living. As in anything that isn’t turf grass, a shrub, a flowering plant, or a tree. While the term isn’t used very often, that […]
If you want a beautiful property year-round, you need to plan with four seasons landscaping in mind. Why? So for every season, you have color and visual interest in your landscape design. Summer is easy because the grass is green, the trees are lush, and annuals and perennials are blooming in your gardens. Fall is […]
The time of year is here where it’s warm enough that we are all starting to spend more time outside. If people are tripping because they can’t see where they are going, or the lights are entirely too bright for comfortable conversation, you can set the mood you want with these outdoor lighting ideas. You […]
Even if your neighbors are your best friends, there are times when you want a bit of privacy. And if you have a large yard or property, you may also want to create some secluded garden areas. Well, you’re in luck! We’ve put together a list of privacy landscaping ideas to try this summer. OK, […]
Many homeowners want a luxurious landscape, but don’t put a lot of thought into the big picture. It’s important that you give consideration not just to what look and feel you are going for with your landscape design and gardens, but also to how your choices will impact the biodiversity of your area. Today, we […]
When the team here at LiveWell Outdoors talks about inground pools, we mean concrete pools. That’s what we specialize in. These high-end pools are completely customizable, which makes them ideal for what you have in mind for your outdoor oasis. Some of our favorite inground pool trends for 2020 include: 1. Tanning Ledges Adding a tanning […]
Today’s high-end homes deserve high-end decks. We’re excited about some of the unique deck trends for 2020. 1. Custom Deck Designs The biggest deck trend by far is the move toward original deck designs. You don’t want your deck to look exactly like your neighbor’s. We get it. Consider a custom deck configuration that includes multiple […]
Spring has officially sprung in Maryland. The grass is green, the spring flowers are in bloom, and flowering trees are adding color and beauty to the landscape. At least that’s what we hope you see when you look out your window. If your yard still looks like it’s recovering from winter, we have some simple […]
Do you remember when a patio was just a concrete slab? Today’s patios can be very elegant and luxurious. If this year is the year to tear out that old deck or patio and put in the patio of your dreams, you may want to explore some of our favorite patio trends for 2020. Porcelain […]
Outdoor kitchens are an outdoor living trend in and of themselves. We all remember as kids when Dad would light up the charcoal grill. Then gas grills took over. Then, someone, somewhere, said, “Why shouldn’t I have a full outdoor kitchen?” and outdoor kitchens blew up in popularity. If 2020 is the year you build […]
