Landscape Design is so much more then plants and flowers

When you hear the word "landscape" you probably think of someone who mows your yard or maintains your flowerbeds.

But Landscape Design is so much more.  

A Landscape Designer can help design a space that
fits your space, lifestyle and budget

A landscape designer, sometimes called a landscape architect, creates attractive, functional outdoor spaces for homeowners, businesses, schools and other organizations.   It is an independent profession and a design and art tradition, practiced by landscape designers, combining nature and culture.

Landscape design typically involves artistic composition and artisanship, horticultural finesse and expertise, and emphasis on detailed site involvement from conceptual stages through to final construction.

While landscape design sometimes involves plants and gardens, they also focus on hardscape which include rock pathways, retaining walls, outdoor living spaces, swimming pools, lighting, irrigation and more.  

So the next time you are flipping through a magazine or you google outdoor living spaces, contact a professional Landscape Design Firm that can help you create an area that fits your space, lifestyle and budget.  

For more information, contact Studio W.  Specializing in commercial and high-end residential Landscape Design.  Info@thestudiow.com or 405.285.5610

Outdoor Lighting Highlights Pool and Landscape

Outdoor lighting can add a certain ambiance to your backyard.  When placed around a swimming pool, it also adds an element of safety.

Lighting adds a beautiful focal point to your
pool and surrounding landscape

There are many ways and areas you can highlight outdoor features with lighting.  You can add LED lights that change colors to add a dramatic look, or soft white lights to highlight plants and ensure safety when walking around a swimming pool at night.

Lighting is also a great way to light pathways or entertainment areas.

When entertaining outdoors, task lighting is essential.  Whether you are grilling or doing outdoor activities after dark, the proper lighting will help make your party a success.

Soft white lighting can be added to pergola's or around a bar top to give it a sense of relaxation and tranquility.  While color changing lights around a pool or hot tub changes the whole environment making it more fun and playful.

It's important where you add lighting and how much lighting is added to each area so they aren't competing with each other.  That's where a professional landscape design firm can help.  They will help you design the space, help add plants that are native to your area, and add the appropriate lighting in the right places.

Investing in a beautiful backyard space will last for years to come and add to the value of your property if you ever decide to sell it.

For more information on outdoor living space design, swimming pools, or outdoor lighting, contact Studio W at info@thestudiow.com or 405.285.5610

Landscape Design: Hardscape Ideas

Hardscape refers to the heavier elements in landscape design, such as stones, rocks, outdoor kitchens, water features, walkways and swimming pools.

A brick pergola with outdoor kitchen
is a great addition to your outdoor living space

Once you are ready to create an outdoor living area, it is important to plan carefully to make sure you consider the space.  Hardscape is solid and unchanging and should last for years to come.  It can be the focal point of your area, but must be planned carefully.

It is important to hire an experienced Landscape Designer.   They will help you find the right balance between hardscape and softscape for a cohesive design that will be functional and beautiful.  

Before you hire a professional Landscape Designer, it might be helpful to have an idea what you are wanting.  How the area fits your needs and what your budget will be.  Then a Landscape Designer can sit down with you and help with the planning process.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact:  

The Studio W 

info@thestudiow.com

www.thestudiow.com

405.285.5610

Planning Your Outdoor Living Space - What Is The Best Time of Year?

So, you've decided to invest in a backyard living space.  You will be adding a pool, kitchen and sitting area.  But when should you start planning?

The answer isn't black and white.  A lot of factors come into play - but we can tell you one thing... don't wait until summer.  The ideal time is August through April if you want to get your space completed before the warm spring/summer months arrive.

OuterLiving / Outdoor Construction

When the weather starts to heat up in the spring, so do sales for outdoor actives.  Starting a project in spring means you will probably be able to enjoy it throughout the summer months.  You do have to take into account it is the rainy season so schedules may need to be adjusted.

Mid-early summer is usually the busiest time to start a pool or outdoor kitchen project.  Most contractors have already set their schedule and you may be pushed back to July or August before construction can begin.

If it is just an in-ground pool you are wanting, fall through early spring is the best time to start planning and to get it on the schedule.  That way, you will be able to enjoy your pool when the weather turns warm.

Studio W can help you design your space and landscaping.   For more information or to schedule an appointment to discuss your outdoor living space, contact:  info@outerlivingok.com