Outdoor Living Blog: Trends, Tips & More

Explore the functionality and style of retaining walls in St. Louis landscapes, learning about their primary functions in mitigating soil erosion and creating defined spaces, the various types and materials available, their durability, and the importance of professional construction for lasting results.

Navigate the choice between pavilions and pergolas for your St. Louis landscape, exploring the differences in structure and usage, with pavilions offering solid roof protection and versatility for outdoor kitchens, while pergolas provide open-air space with filtered sunlight and options for plant adornment.

Elevate your outdoor living experience with our guide on planning the perfect outdoor kitchen for St. Louis homeowners, offering tips on strategic location, equipment selection, functional layout, lighting, storage solutions, utility considerations, and the promise of creating a cherished space for family gatherings.

Explore the essential considerations for installing a luxurious inground pool, covering aspects such as location, water type (chlorine or saltwater), pool shape, finish customization, patio design, and crucial safety measures to create the perfect staycation paradise.

Revitalize your garden with fresh ideas for landscape beds, including choosing the right location, determining the style of plantings, choosing a color scheme, using mulch or rocks, and creating definitive edges.

Explore the latest outdoor living trends in St. Louis, including alfresco dining spaces with outdoor kitchens, cozy fire features for year-round enjoyment, sustainable landscaping practices, multi-functional outdoor rooms, space-maximizing vertical gardening, and the integration of smart outdoor technology.

Learn the secrets of transforming your outdoor space into a lush oasis by exploring the crucial steps of grading for proper water drainage and sodding for instant green gratification, with ongoing maintenance tips for a healthy and vibrant lawn.

Choose between concrete and pavers for your patio based on factors like cost, durability, aesthetics, maintenance, and consideration of your property's specific characteristics.

Prepare for spring by jumpstarting your St. Louis landscape design with key considerations such as understanding your yard, planning for functionality, creating interest and structure, selecting suitable plants and trees, and addressing maintenance requirements.

This post guides readers through the decision-making process of choosing between a DIY approach and hiring a professional for a landscape construction project, emphasizing factors such as skills assessment, project complexity, time commitment, budget considerations, local regulations, and access to specialized equipment.

Revolutionize your home with a touch of customization! Explore the transformative journey of creating a custom patio. Read more to learn how to achieve it!

Step into a world where outdoor living becomes an art at Landsmith Landscape Architecture & Construction! With pride, we redefine spaces, turning them into vibrant havens of style!

Discover the ultimate outdoor living experience! Elevate your space with outdoor kitchens. Redefine your lifestyle and savor the beauty of alfresco dining.

Unlock the art of outdoor kitchen arrangements! Dive into our blog for insights on creating functional and stylish outdoor culinary spaces. Learn more now!

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