When striving for sustainable development in building, one has to consider concrete and brick. Nothing beats brick and concrete as a sustainable building material for durability, eco-friendliness, and energy efficiency. With more and more builders and homeowners embracing sustainable and…
After spending more time at home than ever over the last two years with the pandemic, many homeowners are focusing on comfort when it comes to exterior and interior design and home décor in 2022. Mixing materials and textures is…
When it comes to decor, what’s old is new again. Whether you know it as classic, vintage, rustic, or traditional, the modern farmhouse look encapsulates America’s heritage and charm with its simple beginnings by featuring a throwback to a time…
When it comes to a durable, attractive, earth friendly building material, nothing beats brick. Brick buildings can stand the test of time and still look as good as when they were first built. Brick is a building material often used…
Flagstone and bluestone are large, flat stones often used for patios, walkways, driveways, and pool decks. They are popular in landscape design due to their durability, natural stone look, rich colors, and versatility in installation, either setting them in sand…
Thinking of building a retaining wall for organic gardening but not sure where to start? There are a number of building material options that can be considered, but concrete retaining wall design is one of the best. Concrete block for…
The past year has been one of much change for people, especially when it comes to their home life. How we use our living spaces has transformed dramatically due to the pandemic. It has had a major effect on all…
Do you notice that you feel calmer when you go outside, especially if you’re able to walk in the park or be around natural elements? Data shows most people feel calmer when surrounded by the natural world. Unfortunately, we have…
This post from Jacob Tate at Dreamscapes Landscape & Design discusses the benefits of adding a retaining wall to your yard. If your landscape features sharp gradient changes, a retaining wall is a feature worth integrating. In addition to providing…
When possible, Mutual Materials uses display gardens to showcase our products because placing a paver or wall block on a shelf does little to inspire customers to visualize their own outdoor living space. Seeing a full patio on exhibit allows…