A Bump-Out for Traffic Calming and Storm Water Management
Bump-outs (also known as “curb extensions“) have become commonplace in many subdivisions across the country. They are also common in the
Category: Landscape
Green Roofs – Drawbacks and Benefits
Green roofs are a fairly new occurrence in the United States. Chicago and Portland are the two cities that have
An Urban Street Tree is Dependent on the Plant Material Around It
We seem to be a civilization that is constantly catching up, rather than one that is proactive. This can relate to many aspects of our lives, whether it is in our own health and wellness or how we take care of our responsibilities. Trees and plant material are an example that I notice, probably has something to do with being a landscape architect.
Urban Tree Selection
The selection of an urban tree is much more complex than the typical tree. There are many factors that are involved in successfully choosing which tree works best in the urban fabric.
A Big Advantage to the Multidisciplinary AE Firm
I’m on the board for the American Institute of Architect’s Denver Chapter and at our board meeting this evening we
Better Block Pikes Peak: A Colorado Springs Urban Intervention
Better Block projects have been popping up nation-wide, and on Sept 21-22 Colorado Springs will join the movement. By identifying
The Urban Streetscape Process
EVstudio practices with a philosophy of designing the streetscape to compliment the adjacent architecture. We measure the success of the
Pueblo Care and Rehabilitation Center Landscape and Site Planning
EVstudio recently finalized and submitted construction document drawings for the Pueblo Care & Rehabilitation Center in Pueblo, Colorado. The project
Low-Impact Development Tool in South Main, a Southern Colorado TND
At South Main, the image to the right shows a light imprint tool that provides a hard surface path from
Therapy/Healing Gardens
I am in the process of designing a therapy garden, or healing garden, for a long-term care facility in Pueblo,
Rainwater Harvesting Pilot Study in Colorado – HB 1129
With some minor exceptions, rainwater harvesting is not allowed under Colorado Water Law. This is because of our system of
Colorado Water Rights and Temporary Detention of Direct Flow Rights
I recently wrote about Senate Bill 09-080 which allows rainwater harvesting for those on residential property who only have access
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