As owners of a landscape architecture firm in Knoxville, Tenn., Julie and I take time at the end of each year to celebrate our successes, reflect on lessons learned and explore opportunities for new … Read More»
As a Knoxville landscape architect, I spend most of my time creating landscape designs for Carex Deign Group clients throughout East Tennessee. When I'm designing paver patios, pools, planting beds, … Read More»
As a landscape architecture firm in Knoxville, often our clients come to us without a firm vision for their landscaping. That was the case for one homeowner in Maryville's historic College Park … Read More»
Cordate is Latin for heart, which makes it the perfect botanical nomenclature for plants with heart-shaped leaves. Because this month is my seventh wedding anniversary, I want to share with … Read More»
If you're like me, you've got pools on your mind during these hot summer days! But as a landscape architect, I'm often thinking more about designing and building them than swimming in them. … Read More»
Although I often tell homeowners "you don’t need to know why you like a certain design, it's ok to just like it," the reason you like any design is usually because it has a good balance in basic … Read More»
Often a forgotten after thought to residential landscaping, walkways and pathways are a critical connection between elements in your outdoor spaces. Here are some things to keep in mind when you're … Read More»
As we gear up for St. Patrick's Day in Knoxville, Tenn., I thought I'd share some of my favorite Irish-inspired landscaping ideas. From lawn replacement plants to gold pops of color, these ideas will … Read More»
As a landscape architect, I've developed specific design philosophies in the many aspects of landscape architecture — hardscapes, lighting, furnishing, water features and others. Today, I want … Read More»
Although we're lucky in the Knoxville area that we have somewhat mild winters (says the guy from Indiana!), the cold weather and occasional snow can still leave your landscaping looking drab. To avoid … Read More»
