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The Ground One blog is a great place to read about the professional landscaping process, design, architechure, live projects from Ground One... The Experts In Design Artistry!
Curb Appeal
August 22, 2011 by Derek Harwood
Curb appeal. For some, it can be viewed as a grand entrance with amazing architectural features. For others, it’s simply and a well manicured landscape. The common factor of both is the initial experience when you look at a home and how it harmonizes with the natural surroundings. More...
Simplicity in the Landscape
August 12, 2011 by Derek Harwood
While there are many principles of landscaping, one principle is often overlooked; simplicity. Most landscapers don't realize that simplicity is an art. Simplicity doesn't suggest that your designs are bland or have no character. Rather, it means to stay within principles such as balance, repetition, line, contrast, and form. More...
Landscape Artistry
August 05, 2011 by Derek Harwood
Ground One acts with an intentional hand in shaping your surroundings. Your landscape is a reflection of you and the way you live. The collaboration between designer and homeowner is key to a successful landscape design. In order to make improvements to your surroundings, and in turn your lifestyle, the landscape team needs to approach your project through your eyes. More...
Spiral Stairs & Stone Walls
July 19, 2011 by Derek Harwood
The spiral staircase, like many designs, has its history. Spiral stairs are visually stimulating and require very little room in comparison to traditional stairs. More...
Outdoor Kitchens, Summers Place To Be
July 11, 2011 by Derek Harwood
Minnesota summers bring us the opportunity to spend endless hours outdoors and offer us beautiful mornings and stunning evenings. What better way to take advantage of this than to get away from the stove and into an outdoor kitchen? More...
