Yet many Chicagoland homeowners invest in beautiful hardscape design elements only to find that their paths lead nowhere intuitive and their patios sit just a few feet from ideal. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about planning patio and walkway layouts that create genuine flow, comfort, and everyday function in your outdoor living […]
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Fall is one of the most important seasons for your landscape. In the Chicago area, cooler temperatures and shorter days create an ideal window for preparing your property for winter while setting the stage for a healthy, beautiful spring. Some fall landscape tasks are simple enough to handle yourself. Others, particularly those involving mature plantings, […]
Whether you are planning a full backyard transformation, an outdoor kitchen, a custom pool environment, or a covered patio, thoughtful planning makes all the difference when designing your outdoor space. At Hursthouse Landscape, we believe the best outdoor spaces start long before construction begins. Great design is not just about how a space looks, but it’s […]
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When thoughtfully designed, landscape lighting does more than illuminate. It elevates and shapes the experience of your outdoor space, extends its usability, and brings your property to life after dark. At Hursthouse Landscape, landscape lighting is never an afterthought, but is integrated into the overall design from the beginning. Explore our Landscape Design Services to see how we […]
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Luxury in a landscape isn’t about adding more. It’s about choosing the right landscape details and designing them so everything works together. At Hursthouse Landscape, we’ve found that the most memorable landscape details don’t rely on size or budget. They rely on thoughtful decisions that shape how a space feels, functions, and the elements that […]
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As the seasons change, so do the opportunities to care for and refresh your landscape. Right now is the perfect time to: Whether it’s a simple update or a complete transformation, every yard holds potential. If you’d like, we’d be glad to walk your property and explore what’s possible — at no cost or obligation. […]
It’s been a little while since we last connected, and we wanted to reintroduce ourselves. At Hursthouse, we’ve always believed your outdoor spaces should be as welcoming and inspiring as the home itself. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of walking side by side with homeowners to dream, design, and bring to life landscapes […]
In this week’s video, Brad Edwards sits down with Bob Hursthouse to explore the cutting edge of outdoor living and how it’s no longer just about plants and patios. From motorized pergolas and infrared heaters to 100-inch outdoor TVs and personalized garden spaces, today’s backyards are designed for life, not just landscaping. Whether you’re hosting […]
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Great landscapes don’t stand still—they evolve. In this week’s video, Jeff True shares how timeless outdoor spaces are maintained, refreshed, and reimagined over the years. From weekly care to occasional design tune-ups, it’s about keeping your landscape aligned with how you live—adding light here, refreshing plantings there, and never letting it fall behind your lifestyle. […]
In this week’s video, Brad Edwards sits down with Bob Hursthouse to explore the winding path that led him from an outdoor-loving kid to a leader in landscape design. What started with Boy Scouts and a forestry major turned into a career rooted in creativity, plants, and purpose. Bob shares how curiosity, an inspiring mentor, […]