Journal
Ideas on outdoor living.
Straight talk on design, cost, construction and the way great outdoor living actually comes together. Written by the VizX design team.
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Outdoor Spaces Work Best When They’re Designed Backwards
Someone is standing at their window right now, coffee in hand, staring into the backyard. They’re imagining what it could feel like out there.…
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How Much Does an AI Landscape Design Really Cost?
One of the biggest changes we’ve seen over the past year is the rise of AI-generated landscape and outdoor living designs. Homeowners are arriving…
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Who Owns the Conversation in an Outdoor Living Project?
A homeowner says, “I want a deck, pergola, outdoor kitchen, and fire feature.”
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How Much Does a Landscape Design Consultation Cost?
One of the most common questions we hear is, “How much does a landscape design consultation cost?” The answer depends on the project, but…
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Why Work With an Outdoor Living Designer Instead of an Installer?
Most homeowners start their outdoor project by calling an installer. It makes sense. They know they want a patio, deck, kitchen, fire feature, or…
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How Outdoor Living Became More Than Just a Patio
When we started VizX fourteen years ago, the business was very different. At the time, we were primarily creating 3D patio renderings for contractors…
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Why Cheap Outdoor Projects Cost More Than You Think
This might not be popular, but it needs to be said.
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Paver Patio Season Is Here
Spring is here, and paver patio season is in full swing. Phones are ringing, trucks are rolling, and homeowners are starting to think about…
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AI Is Not Designing Your Outdoor Living Space
We are starting to see a new challenge in outdoor living, and it is coming from a place that is supposed to help. More…
