 Good
Design is More than Meets the Eye
It's more than just beauty.
It is a plan to make the most effective use of available space,
considering beauty, comfort, safety, and use. It is also one of
the most effective investments you can make.
The Virginia Society
of Landscape Designers is a primary source of some of the best
designers in Virginia. Having been in existence since the early
1960's, the Society promotes professional competence of its members
through education and research.
The organization's goals include the beautification of Virginia's
spaces, the development of relationships between Man, Architecture
and the Environment, as well as the promotion of professionalism
in the application of design.
Landscaping Adds Benefits & Value to Your
Home
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See what a professional designer
can do!
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1. Increase Property Value
Most renovations cost more than you recover. With
professional landscaping, you can expect to recover 100% to 200%
of your costs when you sell. You can also expect to sell your
home faster, due to enhanced "curb-appeal" for prospective buyers.
2. Simplify Maintenance
A thoughtful landscape design can reduce maintenance
time and cost with proper plant selection and placement.
3. Reduce Utility Costs
An effective landscape design can cool your home
in summer and warm it in winter. Energy efficient landscaping
can actually reduce your energy costs by up to 20%, according
to the Plants for Clean Air Council.
4. Improve the Environment
Plants act as highly effective air cleaners, absorbing
carbon dioxide, plus many air pollutants, while releasing healthful
oxygen and fragrance.
5. Screen out Sights and Sounds
 Carefully
planned landscapes can provide privacy as well as reduce noise,
making outdoor space more useful.
6. Enhance your Lifestyle
Psychologists have found that attractive
landscapes play an important role in reducing stress whether you
are indoors or out. That's why many homeowners add "outdoor" rooms.
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Value
of Landscape Design