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This functional art
can add pizzazz to
your hardscape design.
ith so many landscape professionals
adding hardscaping to their portfolios, it's important for you to strike out on a path
less taken and explore the world of
paving patterns, rather than opting
for the safe and often mundane,
straight path.
As the demand for outdoor
living space continues to remain
solid, offering a variety of pattern
choices to your clients will distinguish your work from your competitors and elevate your craft.
"Many homeowners are requesting unique pattern designs
for their outdoor spaces as the
outdoor living trend continues –
bringing the indoors out," says Ken
O'Neill, vice president of marketing
for Belgard Hardscapes. "Homeowners are now treating their
outdoor spaces like living rooms.
Patterns create outdoor art or
permanent 'rugs,' speaking to the
homeowner's personal style."
Choosing the right design depends on the client's tastes, goals
for the area and skill level of the
contractor. With your client's
input, it is important to pick the
right color and type of paving material. This will depend heavily on
your client's taste, as well as his or
her budget.
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