Site Overview and Analysis The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in people all over the world spending more time than ever at their homes and in their backyards. People passed the time doing all sorts of new outdoor activities such as golfing, cycling, pickleball, and gardening. One client of Land Design Associates decided to take on a […]
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Home Investment, Case Studies, Landscape Design and Planning, Plants and Trees
Modern Westwood Home Gets A Landscape To Match
02
Feb
Feb
The Transformation of a 1950s Westwood Ranch House and Landscape into a Modern Oasis of Family Unity and Eco-Friendly Living. The vision for the renovation and modernization of the 1950s Westwood, MA ranch house was inspired by the homeowners’ desire to create a modern, energy-efficient home reminiscent of the contemporary residences in Sydney, Australia, their […]
Home Investment, Case Studies, Landscape Design and Planning, Plants and Trees
Newton Landscape Gets a Much Needed Update
30
Jan
Jan
Green space was the focus of this project. A lovely front walkway bordered by a newly installed lawn wraps all the way around to the backyard to give these homeowners tons of usable garden space. The journey begins with the front walkway, an elegant pathway that sets the tone for the entire property. Using high-quality […]
Home Investment, Case Studies, Landscape Design and Planning, Plants and Trees
Needham Home Gets New Outdoor Living Area
09
Apr
Apr
When the owners of this Needham home asked us to help out with their landscape design, we were all in. Visiting the site, we saw a beautiful new home but with a “builder’s special” landscape. The family wanted an outdoor fire pit with sitting walls, a grill island, lighting and privacy screening. They wanted the […]
Case Studies, Home Investment, Landscape Design and Planning, Patios and Walkways, Plants and Trees
Breathtaking Landscape Design in Westwood Invigorates One Family’s Backyard
27
Feb
Feb
Rejuvenating an Unused Westwood Backyard Into an Awesome Outdoor Living Space Before Land Design Associates renovated the backyard at this family home in Westwood, it was bland and underutilized. The small, discolored vinyl deck was misshapen and tired, the paver-stoned yard offered no privacy for socializing and the lawn areas presented unkempt woods that imposed […]
Plants and Trees, Landscape Design and Planning, Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance
5 Ways to Deter Deer From Eating Your Plants and Shrubs
02
Nov
Nov
Protect Your Landscaping Plants and Shrubs This Fall From Hungry Deer Dreaded Deer in the Garden When it comes to keeping your yard beautiful and thriving, protecting your garden from cute but menacing deer should be a top priority. With some exceptions, deer will eat or at least trample on almost anything in your garden, […]
Home Investment, Landscape Design and Planning, Plants and Trees, Summer Tips
How to Use Landscaping Trees and Shrubs to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Your Home
11
Oct
Oct
Using Landscape Tree Planting and Shrubs in Greater Boston With ever-increasing home-energy costs, leveraging your landscape design in Boston during the cold winters and hot summers can serve as a lifesaver for improving the energy efficiency of your home. How can you use backyard landscaping and best practices in yard design to make those small […]
Plants and Trees, Landscape Design and Planning, Summer Tips
Five Plants to Bring Fragrance to Your Yard
29
Apr
Apr
Our Favorite Fragrant Shrubs For your Yard Planting fragrant shrubs adds a wonderful addition to your garden. Once you’ve experienced the enjoyment of a fragrant plant, you’ll want to add more. You’ll want to include shrubs that smell good near patios, entries, kitchen windows and driveways for even more of that sweet flower smell! No […]
Plants and Trees, Landscape Design and Planning, Summer Tips
Top 6 Early Spring Bloomers to Get Color in Your Yard
08
Apr
Apr
After a long and bleak winter, early blooming flowers can lighten your spirits in anticipation of spring. There still may be snow on the ground, but if you take the time to plant some of these, winter will feel a little shorter. Most people think of bulbs for spring however there are many other plants […]
20
Dec
Dec
Go beyond the mundane and try something new for an interesting backdrop or a focal point for your yard all year long. Interesting evergreens are readily available at garden centers—so be daring and plant one into an existing bed or border! Make sure to consider growth rate, though, as some take years to grow 6 […]