Wood Deck Turning Green? Learn why.

Boat House with Dock & Deck

Wooden decks primarily receive their color from the wood stain they are treated with.  Eventually, these wood stains can fade, so the wooden deck underneath may have unwanted green spots appear if it isn’t consistently maintained and cleaned.  A wood deck has the potential to turn green for a variety of reasons.  However, the most…

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What is Hand Hewn Lumber?

For those who are familiar with the lumber industry, the term “hand hewn” is one that often comes up when it comes to customization and lumber options. These days hand hewn lumber is commonly known as reclaimed lumber that has been salvaged from old structures such as old mills, stables, or barns that were built…

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The Landscape Architecture Podcast: Lys Divine Ndemeye

All new episode of The Landscape Architecture Podcast just released! In this episode, the podcast features Lys Divine Ndemeye | BA, MLA | Landscape Designer of Remesha Design and Design Unmuted podcast. Listen to the new episode here: https://www.larchitect.org/lys

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5 Historical Breathtaking Wooden Buildings

Did you know that some of the oldest historical, still standing buildings date all the way back to the 13th century?  While some of the buildings have had sections renovated or restored for one reason or another, most of these structures are still utilizing their original wood.  So, without further ado, down below we have…

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4 Tallest Living Trees in the World

While we may be in the business of manufacturing wood products and components for construction projects, it doesn’t mean we don’t hold wood in regard.  In fact, we have a huge fondness for wood in all of its inherent strengths and beauty in nature.  Thats why we researched and sought out some of the oldest…

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The Landscape Architecture Podcast: Gilles Clement

All new episode of The Landscape Architecture Podcast just released! In this episode, Rennie Tang interviews Gilles Clement a French gardener, garden designer, botanist, entomologist and writer. Listen to the new episode here: https://www.larchitect.org/gilles-clement

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10 Oldest Historic Log Cabins and Houses

Oldest Historic Log Cabins and Houses Mortonson Van Leer Log Cabin

Did you know that some of the oldest wooden cabins and houses date all the way back to the 17th century?  While some of the cabins and houses have had sections renovated or restored for one reason or another, most of the cabins and houses are still utilizing their original wood.  So, without further ado,…

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The Landscape Architecture Podcast: Catherine Mosbach

Presenting a brand new episode of The Landscape Architect podcast! In this episode, Rennie Tang interviews Catherine Mosbach, the founder of Paris-based design firm mosbach paysagiste, which she established in 1987, as well as the magazine Pages Paysages, which she co-founded with Marc Claramunt, Pascale Jacotot and Vincent Tricaud. Listen to the new episode here: https://www.larchitect.org/catherine-mosbach

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The Landscape Architecture Podcast: Julian Raxworthy

The Landscape Architecture Podcast

All new episode of The Landscape Architecture Podcast just released. In this episode, Raxworthy discusses the call for the integration of landscape architecture and gardening.  He believes landscape architecture can design beautiful spaces, and gardening can enhance and deepen the beauty of garden environments over time. Listen to the new episode here: https://www.larchitect.org/julian-raxworthy

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