On Manitoulin Island we notice lighthouses and inukshuks. They are both directional markers. Lighthouses warn sailors of rocks and dangers ahead but at the same time are beacons of light that help guide ships in the right path and offer safe havens. Inukshuks are stone … Read More →
Category Archives: Man-Made
Ikon Landscaping
From design concept to masonry work,wood working, hardscaping and softscaping Ikon Landscaping can do it all together or in stages.
Armour Stone Wall and Patio by Ikon Landscaping
Armour stone wall bridges the elevation drop and level out the backyard. It provides a beautiful natural property line echoed by the organic shape of the interlocking patio perfect for BBQ and a casual party. Visit Ikon Landscaping to learn more.
Front to Back by Ikon Landscaping
Ikon Landscaping in action here with stone works, wood working and masonry work.
Over-the-Top Water Feature by Ikon Landscaping
There are many interesting elements in this project by Ikon Landscaping, particularly when the natural enviroment is so conducive to creativity. On a hot summer day you could walk underneath the water feature and chill out.
Unique Stoneworks
Jeremy Kwaitkowski and Adam are the entrepreneurial owner-operators of this up-and-coming company. Unique Stone Works prides itself in quality works and creativity, attention to details and clients’needs, efficiency and value. They are always learning and upgrading themselves and they perform at a level under the guidelines of … Read More →
Canada Blooms 2011
Canada Blooms is celebrating its 15 great years March 15-20 at the Direct Energy Centre. Six acres of display gardens in full bloom, including the “JUNO Rocks” Gardens honouring the 40th Anniversary of the JUNO Awards, designed by the best of the best with their … Read More →
Product Selection
In order to appreciate the art of landscaping we must start from the ABC-the building materials. At Creative we endeavour to teach you to speak with the elemnets of the land, and keep a meaningful dialogue going.
New Home in a Mature Neighbourhood-Oak Bay B.C.
A no-nonsense functional home nestled inside the original stone walls and tall hedges. Small lot totally interlocked for low maintainance and function.
Roof Top Garden by Earthscape
The spacious balcony is exposed on three sides and the pergola frames the living room and the tight spacing between the strips on the roof panel provides shade and privacy. Deck panels incorporate built-in planters complete with automatic irrigation system. A stone bridge crosses the “river” … Read More →
Stewardship- Gravity Works
Joe Boterman has been in the landscape industry since 1987. Joe and his like-minded colleague Laura Blott work like the Egyptians. The most powerful tool they use is their technique that allows them to leverage simple hand tools and maneuver heavy stones and big trees. Masonry work … Read More →
Pool Deck by Ikon Landscaping
Permacon interlocking stones used here. www.ikonlandscaping.com