03 Jul

How To Install A Minneapolis Retaining Wall (Time Lapse Video)

Written by Chris

This video shows the retaining wall installation process from start to finish. Jodi Axel designed this project. We put special effort into making sure the two neighbors' walls meshed together cleanly, and they do.

Our next time-lapse videos will be flagstone (blustone) patios, and How to Build an Outdoor Fireplace. These are already filmed; I just have to edit them.

Enjoy the retaining wall video!

"Best video about the segmental retaining wall installation process I have ever seen. If you love retaining walls, this is the must-see film of the summer. Ten Thumbs Up!"    --- Chris Axel

(click the lower right corner to watch the video in full screen.)

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09 May

Minneapolis Boulder Wall, Firepit, and Paver Patio (Time Lapse Video)

Written by Chris

Wondering how to build a Minneapolis paver patio with boulder walls and a firepit? This video will show you the whole process.

I've taken thousands of pictures of our Minnepolis landscaping projects over the years, and probably created a hundred videos, but this one, which is brand new, is my favorite thing I've ever made about our work. I look forward to capturing more time lapse photography of our projects, and I know that in the future they will get better and better.

With that said, I hope you enjoy this. I find it rather riveting to watch, myself.... something about all those tiny movements adding up to a beautiful landscape improvement is fascinating to see.

Click the bottom right corner of the video to watch it in full-screen view.

28 Mar

Minneapolis Landscape Design Ideas: Hot Tub

Written by Chris

If you've ever dreamed up a landscape design idea with a hot tub, let me tell you-- I like the way you think! A hot tub adds a very pleasant dimension to your outdoor living space. It's one of our favorite patio design accessories, along with a firepit or fireplace, or a sitting wall. Hot tubs aren't for everyone, but if it is something you have on your wish list, we can work with you to create an attractive landscape design that will include one.

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18 Mar

All About Minneapolis Landscape Design

Written by Chris

Our landscape design and build process is meant to be as productive and painless for you as possible. There are so many options and possibilities; it can get overwhelming. If you have a list of areas that need work, it's hard to know which to focus on first. If you need a whole new full yard landscape design, it can be hard to envision how to get the most out of your space. In us, you'll get a dedicated partner to help figure it all out.

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