Dwell Outdoor, Dwell on Design

Dwell on Design 2012

Date: June 22-24

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: LA Convention Center (Map)

See the latest in design innovation at Dwell on Design, a three day celebration of modern design.

Test drive green cars, see numerous demonstrations (including one from Cassy Aoyagi!), get complimentary design consultations, and be sure to visit Dwell Outdoor, an outdoor wonderland installed by FormLA Landscaping!

 

Native Plant Garden Design

Date:  Sunday, June 24, 2:30-2:55PM

Location:  Sustainability Stage, Dwell on Design at the LA Convention Center

Learn best practices for creating drought tolerant outdoor spaces using native plannings and sustainable techniques, and see inspirational sustainable gardens from the experts.

 

IdealMow Lawn Demonstration

Date:  Saturday, June 23, 2013, 3:30-3:55PM

Location:  Demonstration Stage, Dwell Outdoor, Dwell on Design at the LA Convention Center

Get your hands dirty!  The Demonstration Stage at Dwell on Design is all about learning practical skills from the experts.  Cassy Aoyagi will walk you through lawn replacement.

  • See, touch, and smell popular native grasses and groundcovers
  • Learn about the distinct charms and benefits of various lawn alternatives
  • Understand how to factor your return on investment (how quickly you can recoup the cost of installation)
  • Factor your total cost of ownership (savings over a 5-10 year period)

 

More Information – Get Tickets.  Use “dodweb12” for a $5 discount! 

Prevent Natural Disasters with Smart Landscaping

Naturally Vibrant Living BlogTalk Radio.  Fall 2012.  Interview by Diane Brandon: Planting shrubs and trees not only beautifies our homes, but also allows us to dig in the dirt and develop a closer relationship with nature.  There can be many factors and considerations that go into landscaping and choosing plants, but one may be overlooked.  Can you landscape your home in a more sustainable way?  And could you actually landscape in a way that helps to prevent natural disasters?  Listen Here

June 2012 Newsletter

FormLA Newsletter

VALUED CUSTOMERS & FRIENDS+

Summer is here!!! Celebrate its arrival by visiting us at Dwell on Design. Cassy will share tips for creating extraordinarily beautiful outdoor spaces, and the show floor will be full of innovations in modern design. We hope to see you there and look forward to seeing you enjoying your gardens as well!

Sincerely,
Cassy and Kirk Aoyagi

LATEST NEWS+

Join us at Dwell on Design!
Dwell on Design: Congratulations to Leslie Hope, Caroline Kowalski, and Gabrielle Pascoe, who won our Dwell on Design ticket give-away! We hope you will also visit Dwell Outdoor, where FormLA has built an extraordinary playland displaying the latest and greatest in modern outdoor design. Use our registration code to earn a discount on tickets. To get the code click here.
Prevent Natural Disasters with Smart Landscaping
Diane Brandon, Naturally Vibrant Living: In LA, we’ve come to expect fires, floods and slides, just as we expect earthquakes and celebrities in our coffee shops… but are they necessary? Diane and Cassy discuss how smart, sustainable landscaping choices can literally prevent these “natural” disasters. Hear the Interview
10 Ways to Keep Mosquitos at Bay
Sadia Latifi, iVillage. Mosquitos are expected to be especially abundant this year. For bite-free backyard BBQs, check out mosquito-repelling tips from Cassy and other landscaping experts. Stay Bite Free

WHAT TO EXPECT+

If this is your list of DIYs or honey-dos, consider letting us to the heavy lifting! In June, we will:

Get ready to party:

  • Deadhead to promote longer blooms
  • Prune for structural growth
  • Refresh container gardens
  • Check oaks for pruning (for July-Sept pruning)
  • Check and change low volt bulbs for safety, efficiency and drama
  • Shining hardscapes, water features and outdoor kitchens

Prevent Tier 2 water prices:

  • Eliminate run-off and overspray, inspect common sprinklers for leaks and ensure drip irrigation provides proper coverage
  • Manage timers for optimal watering on minimal days
  • Mulching to maintain soil moisture and prevent weed growth
  • Water by hand where necessary

 

LATEST NEWS+

Save the World, Money and Time in Your Own Backyard
Prevent Natural Disasters with Smart Landscaping
10 Ways to Keep Mosquitos at Bay

UPCOMING EVENTS+

Dwell on Design

WHAT TO EXPECT+

Get ready to party
Prevent Tier 2″ water prices

UPCOMING EVENTS+

Save the Dates
Request FormLA Speakers

June 22-24: : Dwell on Design. See an outdoor modern design wonderland built by FormLA Landscaping!

Saturday, June 23rd, 3:30-3:55 PM: IdealMow Lawn Alternatives DEMO at Dwell on Design

Sunday, June 24, 2:30-2:55 PM: Water-Wise LA Panel at Dwell on Design

About FormLA Landscaping+

FormLA® Landscaping designs, builds and maintains custom sustainable landscapes that beautifully complement the distinct and varied architecture of Los Angeles County. See our expanding Portfolio.

CONTACT FORMLA+

Cassy and Kirk Aoyagi, Principals: Cassy@formlainc.com

Mark Britten, Production Manager: Mark@formlainc.com

John Avakian, Bookkeeping: John@formlainc.com

Cara Barnard, Horticultural Care Technician: Cara@formlainc.com

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