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Equip Expo breaks more records
Nearly 30,000 landscapers, dealers and manufacturers attended the 2025 trade show. Equip Exposition, the international landscape, outdoor living and equipment exposition, posted another year of record attendance with nearly 30,000 registered attendees and double-digit growth in both landscaper and dealer audiences. “Now in our fourth year as Equip, we continue to break ...
From plain to perfect — the magic of a lifestyle-focused deck
The right shade solutions can transform a deck into a stylish, comfortable outdoor retreat. Shoreline Awning & Patio, Inc. offers awnings, shade sails, pergolas and patio covers that blend function and design to make any deck an inviting extension of the home. A deck can be the heart of outdoor living, ...
2025 HNA Awards celebrate excellence in hardscaping: Winners and honorable mentions announced
The HNA Awards program is produced by the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) and endorsed by the Brick Industry Association (BIA) and the Natural Stone Institute (NSI). The annual Hardscape North America (HNA) Awards Ceremony returned to the Kentucky Exposition Center on October 23, 2025 to honor the year’s most ...
Building beyond storage: Contemporary sheds
By Emma Peterson. Three key tips for building functional and beautiful backyard sheds. A backyard shed is a great way to expand the usable space on a property, no matter the weather in the area. The space within a shed can truly be whatever your customer dreams up, whether that’s ...
Building a secure sanctuary
By Emma Peterson. 5 tips for creating an outdoor space that is not only stunning, but safe and secure. In the era of porch thieves and garden snoopers, having some sort of security set up on the outside of a house has become commonplace. But what security actually works? Designing ...
Churchich Recreation & Design expands territory to serve all of North and South Carolina
Growth strengthens company's commitment to bringing high-quality recreational spaces to more communities across the Carolinas. Churchich Recreation & Design, a leading provider of playground, park and outdoor recreation solutions, announced today that it has expanded its service territory to include all of North Carolina. The company, which previously served South Carolina ...
Styling an all-weather patio, tips from Shoreline Awning & Patio
From outdoor dining to relaxing with friends, California patios can be enjoyed year-round with stylish, durable covers and enclosures. Since 1982, Shoreline Awning & Patio, Inc. has been a trusted expert in custom patio designs and accessories. From outdoor dining to relaxing with friends, there's no reason California patios can't be ...
Irrigation maintenance 101
By Emma Peterson. Routine care is key to protecting water resources and irrigation performance. Irrigation is a water management practice that goes back thousands of years. Today, you can find irrigation systems all across the world used for everything from agricultural development to residential homes and golf courses. When ...
Small space, big dreams
By Emma Peterson. Don’t let space limit your ability to give your clients their dream landscape. In many urban areas, residential outdoor spaces are often limited. Residents might only have a small balcony, courtyard or porch area. But this small space doesn’t mean that they can’t have a beautiful ...
5 lighting ideas to make an outdoor space shine
By Emma Peterson. Catch up on the 2025 trends defining the outdoor lighting market. Most homes feature at least one form of outdoor lighting, even if it’s as basic as a porch light. However, in recent years, the market has seen a rise in interest among homeowners looking to ...
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