Living in Asheville means you probably live on some kind of slope. And if you live in the mountains, you likely have some experience with stormwater runoff. That kind of environment requires landscaping ideas to deal with:
Landscaping ideas that target steep slope construction, soil erosion control and the balance between ecological soundness and aesthetic beauty are not common. In fact, Ambrose Landscapes is one of the few professional landscape contractors in the Asheville area to combine residential stormwater management experience with the certifications and licenses to back it up.
Enjoy these videos below of a professional who’s called upon regularly to fill in the blanks for local engineers and builders. After extensive coursework in steep slope design and residential stormwater management, countless hours with local farmers, and using stone landscaping ideas to fit mountain properties, Steve Ambrose has a lot to share with you.
Stonework is an age-old craft that is displayed in the ruins of buildings, canals, walls, and other ancient structures that have endured time. The art has been around since man created the tools needed to make it. Many of the former structures, which can be found on nearly every continent, show us the remarkable talent […]
There is no doubt about it – outdoor fireplaces bring people together in the colder months of the year. Cozying up to the fire with a cup of hot chocolate and good friends makes for a warm, comfortable, and fun time. Having a fireplace built in your backyard can be a beautiful addition that everyone […]
Natural stone is the number one choice for architects, designers, landscapers, and builders in the Asheville area. Using natural stone is a way to convey strength, beauty, and distinctiveness, while constructing functional and practical walls. It offers widely ranging variations in texture, pattern, color, and sizes that can be used to create unique visual impacts. […]
Stone steps constructed out of natural stone are ideal for both front and backyard uses. The natural stone can provide elegance and luxury or a natural and rustic look to your home’s landscape. Whether your steps are to replace the old concrete entranceway to your front door, or you have a sloping backyard that needs […]
Installing a patio offers a great extension to your living space and adds value and comfort to your home. Using natural stone for your patio enhances the beauty and landscaping of your home and yard even further, and it’s generally a maintenance-free addition. While a stone patio can be a major investment, including costs for […]
Retaining walls provide both function and form. They can be eye-catching or rustic, sophisticated or quaint, or just about any other adjective you can think of, while performing an important and useful function. They are the perfect solution for property with hillsides and slopes, ensuring that soil stays where you want it, and eliminating safety […]
While you may not immediately think about stone signs as part of the outside décor of your home, decorative residential signs can be an attractive and unique addition to your home’s style. When you decide to use natural stone signs, you will find that they can be designed to match the look and character of […]
Everyone wants to have a yard that is aesthetically pleasing and nice to spend time in. Hiring professional landscapers is often the route that homeowners must take to make that happen. While having a landscaping professional design and create the outdoor space you have dreamed of is the ideal way to ensure that you have […]
Today we’re gonna be talking about something that’s seemingly really simple, but it’s a lot deeper than you think. Grass. Lawns. Everybody has some, or at least a little bit, or a friend who has. There’s three main things. The first one is soil, second is length, and the third is really more the type […]
Ambrose Landscapes, Steve Ambrose, tells his incredible story of how he became one of the most sought after landscaping contractors in Asheville & Western NC!
Steve Ambrose talks about Landscaping ART & DESIGN. In this video, he covers 3 important issues that you need to consider when designing your property’s landscaping.
