We define “Hardscapes” as the solid, man-made, lasting components of landscape architecture. Flatwork, walls, rockwork, water features, fireplaces, etc. are all examples of hardscapes. Origin of the name “Colorado Hardscapes” In 1994, we decided to change our name from Van Heukelem
We are celebrating our 75th anniversary this year, and with such a significant milestone, we have a lot to be thankful for. We would first like to acknowledge our valued clients, the design community, and developers. It’s been a pleasure working
As we look back on our 75 years in the decorative concrete industry, one of the things that stands out to us is our close-knit relationship with Landscape Architects (LAs). Our most effective communication and most outstanding results on our projects
Although evidence of Rammed Earth Walls has been found in archaeology as old as the 9th millennium BC, this construction style has seen a great, recent revival within luxury architecture. The name is now becoming mainstream in both the design and
It goes without saying that 2020 has been a strange year to navigate. Despite the obstacles, we are thankful for everything that went well; some of which include, expanding into our new Swimming Pools Division, developing new Rammed Earth projects, and
Right now, board form walls are the new trend on the rise in concrete construction. You can find these walls applied to exteriors, interiors, and everything in between. So, what are these walls, and why are they becoming so popular? What
STEPPING UP INTEGRATED CONCRETE LIGHTING When Colorado Hardscapes moved into the new office space last year we had a unique problem. The 2 level office has entrances on opposite sides of the building with just a grass hill connecting them. In
ARCHITECTURAL CONCRETE GOES VERTICAL WITH CONCRETE WALLS Innovation and a process of evolution guides the architectural concrete’s trends across all application types. Where overtime ideas are developed, tested, built, refined, improved, tested, and installed. Over time, Colorado Hardscapes has been at
SEDIMENTARY WALLS ADD PRESENCE TO PLACE. Appreciation for nature’s rugged beauty and natural elements is the essence of almost any Colorado experience. The reference points get celebrated frequently in our architecture as well. Colorado Hardscapes is a licensed installer of Lithocrete®
SIMPLE, CREATIVE IMPRESSIONS WITH SANDBLASTED CONCRETE ADD LIFE TO FORM-FINISHED SURFACES. While the design is approachable from many perspectives, simplicity always has its place. Big or small, difficult or easy, when clients need decorative concrete solutions, Colorado Hardscapes takes pride in
