Year: 2020

outdoor patios and decks

Benefits of building a patio in your backyard

A patio in your backyard is a great home improvement project you should consider. It not only serves as a place to relax but also a space to dine and unwind this summer. Here are some reasons why you should build a patio in your backyard. It increases the resale value of your home It…
landscape design with low maintenance plants

Why landscape design is all about personal choice

A superior landscape doesn’t follow a one-size-fits-all design. Your landscape design should reflect your preferences and personality instead of following a cookie-cutter look that you may see repeated in nearby landscapes. Your plant preferences may lean toward easy-care perennials or native Colorado alpine plants, or your preferences may favor manicured, formal gardens. Even plant colors…
Outdoor fireplace and pergola

4 structures to enhance your landscape design

Landscape design extends beyond simply installing the perfect plants for a backyard oasis. Permanent and seasonal structures can transform a garden and how the space is used. Here are four landscaping structures that can make a huge difference. Arbors Arbors create an inviting entrance to your garden, especially when you train a flowering vine on…
raised flower bed J&S Landscape Boulder

Top reasons to add walls to your landscape design plan

At J&S Landscapes, we know that many home and business owners have difficulty selecting landscape features during the design stage of their outdoor renovation and new construction projects. Before you finish your landscape design plan, consider the following: Walls can help you create bordered entertainment “zones.” You might separate a patio and/or outdoor kitchen and…
custom outdoor kitchen installation

Three reasons to build an outdoor kitchen

An outdoor kitchen is a unique addition to any landscaping design. Below are three reasons to consider building one: Add value Rather than remodeling your kitchen, consider building one outdoors. It can be more cost-effective and may raise the overall value of your home. Easy entertaining Throw a summertime dinner party without the hassle of…
landscape design with low maintenance plants

How to use color theory for landscape design

Landscaping color theory is the mix of colors and visual effects in your yard to create a relaxing ambiance and make small areas appear large. When designing your landscape, colors shouldn’t be chosen in isolation since they interplay with one another to create transitions and compliment your home. In landscape design, the color spectrum is…
red rocks around a stream

Rocking into a bright new year!

Now is a great time to think about changes to your garden for the year ahead. If you haven’t yet considered the joys of a crevice garden on your property, then how about making that your new year project? You might start by creating a stunning structural rock formation – in itself a real standout…