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10 Jan

Inspiration of the Week: MFO-Park, Neu-Oerlikon, Zurich

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Formerly an engine factory, MFO-Park is an award-winning designed park that covers over 95,000 square feet of free, green and open space. Located in Zurich, the park includes skyline views of the city due to the trellis design of the structure. Walls of greenery enclose the area, and are filled with mixtures of plants, flowers, seating areas, water features and open space for the community to use for large, recreational events. It’s mix of modern and industrial,

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11 Dec

Inspiration of the Week: High Tatras, Slovakia

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Keeping with the theme of the cold December weather, we’re looking back at past adventures. One of our own, Borka, moved from Slovakia to the U.S. about five or six years ago and saying that she’s lover of the outdoors would be an understatement! The High Tatras offer extraordinary mountain and lake formations, high-mountain snow peaks, cold hardy plantings, connection to nature, mushroom hunting, and natural herbs. It’s a truly inspiring place!

03 Dec

What IS Landscape Architecture?

Author Admin Categories Agritourism, Environmental, Parks, Planning, Urban

What IS Landscape Architecture?

Landscape architecture is a licensed Architect specializing in the design of outdoor spaces. Melton Design Group has designed everything from landmarks to city parks and recreation areas, residential projects, skate parks, trail systems, agritourism and agricultural entertainment spaces. Landscape architecture can also include habitat,

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26 Nov

Designing in the Fall

Author Admin Categories Planning

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The shades of autumn such as orange, yellow, dark green, rust and brown make lovely accents. I really enjoy designing with fall colors. It’s my favorite season. I love to go out and watch how people decorate their houses with different plant materials then watch how they go through the metamorphoses of a spectacular fall color display, it’s amazing! Whether it’s the deep red of the autumn blaze maple, or the explosive power of the yellow ginkgo, fall can inspire us to

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20 Nov

A New Plan for Caper Acres, Chico, CA

Author Admin Categories Parks

Caper Acres has been a staple in the Chico community for many, many decades. When there was talk of it closing, the community fought back. We are so excited to be able to be a part of this project! With the help and input from the community and the city, we are redesigning Caper Acres Park. 

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