Why Permeable Pavers Are a Smart Solution for Water Issues
If you’re dealing with standing water, runoff, or erosion in your landscape, you’re not alone. Poor drainage can damage your property, weaken hardscapes, and create ongoing maintenance headaches. Fortunately, there’s a solution that’s both functional and attractive: permeable pavers. Unlike traditional concrete or asphalt surfaces, permeable pavers are designed to allow water to pass through […]
Building a Spectacular Front Entrance
One thing we pride ourselves on is keeping our customers for many years. This is just one example. Last Fall we showed you the back patio we installed. https://artofstonegardening.com/building-a-spectacular-stone-back-patio. Over the course of 4 years, we have transformed the entrance, side, and back of this Gainesville, GA home with stone. This blog focuses on building […]
Extending a Front Porch Adds Comfort and Curb Appeal
The front of a home is more than just an entry point – it’s an opportunity. A well-designed sitting space off the front porch can elevate curb appeal, increase usable outdoor living space, and create a welcoming area that feels both intentional and inviting. Our clients had a second home in Dahlonega, GA, and when […]
Building a Spectacular Stone Back Patio
One of our clients asked us for a unique stone patio, where he could sit and enjoy his North Georgia view. Our Landscape Architect drew up a plan, and our hardscaping crew went to work. The patio was creatively designed at different levels, with large boulders set into it. It was finished with a sitting […]
Repairing Pavers Around Swimming Pools
We have been getting several calls this year to repair pavers around swimming pools. If installed correctly, they should last several years. However, if pavers are not applied correctly, they can shift or settle, causing water to collect around them. This attracts mosquitoes, mildew grows, and the pavers become slippery. Not to mention, they become […]
3 Top Trends in Stonework for 2025
Here at Art of Stone Gardening, we do a variety of stone projects. https://artofstonegardening.com/construction. In this blog, we are going to highlight 3 modern design trends for 2025, including mixed materials, sustainable options, and unique textures. We have already done a lot of these for our clients in the first half of this year. Mixed […]
Transforming Outdoor Space With An Organic-Shaped Patio
At Art of Stone Gardening, we love to help clients turn their outdoor spaces into places of relaxation, entertainment, and beauty. Recently, we had the pleasure of designing and building a unique and functional outdoor living area for a family who has a home in the mountains. They wanted a patio and setting for entertainment, […]
Stone Patios, Walkways, and Fire Features: Hardscape Projects That Shine
Happy Thanksgiving! Today is all about pausing to reflect on the things we’re grateful for—family, friends, good food, and the spaces that bring us all together. Whether it’s gathering around the dining table or cozying up by a fire pit, these moments of connection remind us of the importance of creating spaces that feel warm […]
Rock Solid Renovation: A Backyard Makeover
When a young couple in Dawsonville reached out to us about their backyard makeover, we knew we had our work cut out for us. Their newly purchased home had plenty of charm, but the backyard was in need of some attention. It required significant TLC to transform it into a space that the family, their […]
Solving Water Issues and Creating Usable Space
When we were hired for this project, the homeowners had just moved into their new home and were frustrated with the narrow, unusable backyard. They wanted a functional outdoor space but were also dealing with some serious water drainage issues that needed to be addressed first. Tackling the Drainage Problem The first thing we noticed […]
