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E-Landscape Specialty Solutions is currently working on landscape installation at the Brightview Great Falls senior living facility in Great Falls, Virginia. Located on Colvin Run Road in Great Falls, the new community will consist of 90 Assisted Living Apartments as well as Alzheimer’s Care housing known as Wellspring Village. The landscape […]

Green roofs aren’t a new concept, in fact they can trace their lineage in the United States back to the sod roofed homes that were common on the prairie during the country’s westward expansion. But green roofs in their modern incarnation date back to the 1960’s. Today, green roofs are divided […]

Enjoying these long summer nights in the backyard entertaining family and friends it’s hard to imagine that Fall is just around the corner. But as you begin to prepare for the eventual chill in the air you face one big question: what is the difference between fire pits versus fireplaces? While […]

The primary challenge of growing trees in an urban environment is the soil. Trees thrive in lightly compacted soil that provides their root systems with ready access to water and nutrients. However, due to the requirements of an urban environment soil is typically heavily compacted. This provides structures with greater […]

Gardening is one the most popular recreational activities in the U.S., particularly among older adults, according to a March 2014 article in the “Journal of Aging Research.” As dementia progresses in a patient, the condition impacts his ability to perform certain activities. Remaining active and practicing skills linked to interests can help […]

Annually, more than 200,000 kids injured are injured on playgrounds across the nation. Many of these injuries occur as a result of falls to the ground. A playground surface should be designed to provide protection for children as they swing, slide, climb, jump and run. This requires materials that have the proper […]

When you build a playground regardless of size and/or location, you should consider making the area rich in sensory experiences. Children learn by using all of their senses, so adding as many sensory experiences as possible, will create a play area that is fun as well as improving their development. Sensory playground equipment can be […]

Creating a wildlife habitat within your landscape design has many benefits. Besides creating a tranquil setting that supports the animals within your ecosystem, a wildlife habitat also tends to be lower maintenance by using plants that thrive in the region. The National Wildlife Federation gives a set of criteria that […]

Zen gardens have evolved from their Buddhist monk origins and may now include lighting, artwork, water features and bridges. How you want your Zen garden interpreted is a reflection of your personal tastes and should fit with your overall landscape design. Basic Zen gardens are low maintenance and their beauty can […]

E-Landscape Specialty Solutions recently completed landscape installation for the 122-unit affordable housing apartment building in Arlington, VA. Arlington Mills is a 4-story, family-friendly building that features a community room and underground parking. The building is EarthCraft certified, and has incorporated many green design features. Thirteen of the units will be […]