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What's Blooming in May in Seattle? (Dogwood Trees!) – Board & Vellum – Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architecture

What’s Blooming Now: In Seattle, Dogwood Trees!

Are you wondering: “What are those trees blooming in late spring, with large flowers in shades of pink or white?” They might be dogwoods, a powerhouse of landscape design that has a number of great cultivars and varieties. Here are a few of our favorite dogwood varieties, along with some details about their care and preferences.

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Tools of the Trade for Landscape Architecture – Board & Vellum
Landscape Architecture

What Are the Tools of The Trade for Landscape Architecture?

While there is definitely some overlap with other design and technical professions, there are certain tools of the trade for landscape architecture that are really key to getting the job done well. This post explores those digital and analog tools landscape architects and designers keep close at hand in their professional toolkit.

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Types of Wood Decks – What Material Should I Use for My Deck?
Ask a Designer, Landscape Architecture

What Material Should I Use for My Deck?

There are a lot of types of wood decks to choose from. How do you know which might be the right one for you? This post covers your main options for building a wood deck and explores the pros and cons of the different wood choices.

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How long does it take to get a full building permit? – Board & Vellum
Ask a Designer, Commercial, Custom Residential, Landscape Architecture, Mixed-Use

How Long Does It Take to Get a Full Building Permit?

If you need a full building permit for your project (rather than an “over-the-counter” one) you need to include the additional time it takes for permit review in your project schedule. How long does it take to get a full building permit? It varies, but here is what you can expect in Seattle.

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What's Blooming in April in Seattle? – Board & Vellum – Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architecture

What’s Blooming Now: A Quick Guide for Spring Plants in Seattle

Wondering what's blooming in Seattle in the spring? Maybe you’ve noticed some flowers on your walks around town and don’t know what they are? We are certainly big fans of when the flowers start peeking out in the spring. Here is a quick guide to some of our favorites that you will find in Seattle.

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Landscape Architecture Month – Board & Vellum
Landscape Architecture

April is Landscape Architecture Month!

April is Landscape Architecture Month, and with all the hints of spring popping up around us, it's the perfect time to celebrate the profession that brings you parks, trails, gardens, streetscapes, national parks, plazas, community p-patches, and all the places that make getting outside to enjoy the season all the more enjoyable and inviting.

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