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Five Landscape Design Trends for 2026

In 2026, continued inflation and a desire to stick to the budget will influence residential homeowners’ priorities for their landscapes. ā€œHomeowners are focusing on features that provide long-term value and low maintenance, like durable natural materials, efficient irrigation, and multi-functional outdoor spaces,ā€ says Tyler Bigham, principal lead designer for Alterra Landscape Design, based in Richardson, […]

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2025 Landscape Design Trends: What’s In and Out

Although consumer demand has calmed down from the post-COVID frenzy, there is no doubt homeowners still see value in investing in their outdoor spaces and are seeking ways to maximize their landscape’s potential. Trending Design Aesthetics As the demand for native plants and well-adapted species rises, so does the desire for more naturalistic landscapes that […]

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Sparking Creativity: The Value of Hosting Design Summits

It’s typical to host a spring kick-off to get your field team geared up for another season, but do you take the same time to focus on your design team? Mariani Landscape, based in Lake Bluff, Illinois, has been hosting a design retreat for several years, but this was their first time to host one […]

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