ASLA Green Roof

April 26th, 2011  →  Green-Sustainable

The American Society of Landscape Architects has a very cool (literally) roof on its Washington D.C. headquarters building. Celebrating its 5 year anniversary.

Limestone Geology

April 20th, 2011  →  Architectural Stone

Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed of calcium carbonate, plus calcium and/or magnesium. It is formed when layers of minerals (particularly calcite), fine sediment, and the skeletons and shells of marine organisms undergo lithification

Impervious vs Permeable Surfaces

April 15th, 2011  →  Landscape Stone

Impervious surfaces in landscape, are solid areas such as; driveways, patios, and walkways, which do not allow water to penetrate. The more impervious surfaces on a site, the more run-off there is.Permeable surfaces aid in the reduction of pollutants and reduce erosion.

Difference Between Belgian Block and Cobblestone

April 13th, 2011  →  Cobblestone

Belgian Block and cobblestone are not the same.Belgian Block has little or no affiliation with Belgium. It is a generic term from hundreds of years ago. Cobblestone originally referred to a rounded rock taken from rivers and used for street paving centuries ago.Monarch Stone International reclaims and imports these beautiful authentic cobbles, the largest and most diverse antique collection you’ll find in the nation.

Landscape Architecture Month

April 1st, 2011  →  Landscape Stone

April means warmer weather is on its way and flowers are blooming! And it is appropriately,  national Landscape Architecture Month!  Hiring a landscape architect is one of the best investments in your home.  Check out the American Society of Landscape Architects website for more information and helpful tips on: Hiring a landscape architect Food and [...]