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Tactics and strategies for managing and overseeing the construction process.

How to Find Skilled Craftsmen to Fulfill Your Vision
Chris Heiler, Editor | November 30th, 2009

For many of us who operate as independent landscape designers, we rely on the skill of others to implement our plans. Our vision is at their mercy. Finding qualified contractors is one of our most important tasks . . . keep reading

Water Conservation Considerations for Landscape Irrigation Design
Brad Smith

There are a number of approaches to conserving and reducing the amount of water used in landscapes. This article focuses on the use of irrigation and how this process can be enhanced to improve water conservation. . . . keep reading

Product Review: Bluebeam PDF Revu
Cheri Stringer

This pdf editing and markup program is a powerful tool for landscape designers whether you use CAD or draw by hand. It also allows the user to measure elements in a plan . . . keep reading

Building Sustainable Relationships with Landscape Contractors
Cheri Stringer

Landscape contractor relationships can be vital to the success of a design firm. Here are 6 guidelines to consider when working with landscape contractors . . . keep reading

Considering Pervious Concrete
Anne Balogh

Paved surfaces are so ubiquitous in urban areas today that most of us give little thought to the impact they have on water quality and the health of the environment. But here's the sobering reality . . . keep reading

The 9 Keys to Healthy Sub-Contractor Relationships
Chris Heiler - Editor
How do you ensure a prosperous and beneficial relationship once you've found a quality sub-contractor? Fortunately this doesn't have to be difficult. Just follow these 9 important steps . . . keep reading