With summer temperatures in Colorado Springs continuing to climb and heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense, homeowners are increasingly looking to landscape architecture not just for beauty, but also for comfort. Creating “cool zones” in your yard is a smart and sustainable way to fight back against extreme heat while enhancing your outdoor experience. This goes far beyond simply planting a few trees for shade. Strategic landscape design can help create microclimates that actively cool both your outdoor spaces and even the interior of your home. Continue reading
Shade can make the difference between a landscape that is highly used and a landscape that is avoided. Having shady backyard landscaping allows for a person to be comfortable outdoors. Continue reading
