We are in the process of completing a project in Buda, TX. It’s great to see the elated look on a client’s face as the whole grand scheme comes together, supplanting their wishes and dreams right in their backyard.
Completed Completeness April 22, 2009
I finished all the irrigation on-site today. Let me give a general walkthrough: First, my primary area of focus in this design is the Courtyard portion of the enclosed section (of the lot):
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I focused a plethora of attention and energy in this area, as this is one of the client’s favorites. The initial thing is to soften the corners, which I did through the use of a Mountain Laurel in the far corner (not visible for about 1 season due to maturity) and the use of Shell Gingers to soften the squareness. I continued the curvilinear line with Butterfly Iris, and some existing Oleander as the foundation/backdrop shrubbery to the whole scheme.
I took advantage of the curve already existing in the edge of the driveway, and used a Blood Good Japanese Maple to “overstory” the remaining plantings. Inside of my newfound curve, I softened the remaining house corner and gutter with a beautiful Magnolia Espaliade on a trellis. This magnificent beast will produce a “chingo” of very large white flowers, and do so in a rapid and repetitious fashion. Understory with some River Ferns.
I utilized the compact and fragrant nature of Dwarf Gardenia (white) to “shrubberize” the area in front of the Shell Ginger, and I planted the remaining portion of the area with a mixture of Penstemon (native), Dianthus Multi Color, and Penta (mixed vibrant pastel).
Road relief STIMULUS April 21, 2009
The Texas Transportation Commission has decided to spend $1.5 billlion to move forward on several area road projects. These projects include:
* flyover bridges at U.S. 290 and U.S. 183
* a new I-35 bridge in Buda
* the widening of FM 1460 in Round Rock
Maybe, just maybe, I can drive home in less than an hour…
Another Satisfied Customer April 21, 2009
I shall be closing a job today, and I will post pics ASAP. It’s always nice to see a job completed, especially when it’s mine.
Almost Finished March 30, 2009
I’m about to complete a great project near the University of Texas. It’ll be great to see another satisfied Client’s space completely developed. Pictures to come…
Completed Website February 13, 2009
I have completed my website, hope it interests the viewers (and gets me some e-mail). Al Bello Design.com
Hope Everyone’s Great February 3, 2009
Such an interesting process it is to design landscape. Intricate, involved, aligning subtleties with contrast.
Signed up with iList! February 1, 2009
This is my ad, tell me it’s good…or maybe not! Met a commercial builder yesterday, I hope that everything works out and we can go ahead as planned!
Another Hard Day Finished… January 6, 2009
…And not a moment too soon? I wish there were 32 hours in the day, so I could make everyone happy (including myself).
Hectic Schmectic! January 6, 2009
These first days launching a website are CRAZY! It’s so hard to figure out exactly what the best marketing options are. Plus, I don’t think I could ever put enough stuff to read on there!
