News and Notes
Jean-Marc Daigle Writes Article For King Tapestry Magazine
October 26, 2011
Genus Loci's own Jean-Marc Daigle wrote an article on pondless waterfalls for the Fall 2011 issue of King Tapestry Magazine.
Work Begins on Small Makeover Project
October 25, 2011
Genus Loci began work on a small front yard project in Maple, ON. The project is expected to take 2 days.
For more information and before photos click here.
UPDATE
October 20
The transformation is almost complete! Work is now finished in the front yard with the landscape lighting now installed. The area around the pool and the decking by the house is complete with work on the outdoor kitchen now underway.
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Article Written About Our Work On Natural Swimming Pools
October 3, 2011
Genus Loci's work on natural swimming pools is showcased in an article in the September issue of Kawartha Life Magazine.
UPDATE
September 26, 2011
When last we updated our natural swimming pool and landscape project in Clarksburg, ON at the end of July, the swimming pool and most of the planting were completed, while work had just begun on the faux ruin part of the design. A very labour intensive proposition, the faux ruin took the better part of 2 months to complete. It is now complete and looks wonderful. Installation of the shade canopy was completed today, with only the deck and a few final touch-ups needing to be completed. As soon as this project is complete, we will post photos of the completed work.
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UPDATE
September 19, 2011
Our makeover project is definitely advancing well. The work around the pool and the front yard is nearing completion, and the work on the arbour and deck has begun. Please check back for more updates.
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Construction Has Begun on Front and Backyard Makeover
September 5, 2011
Genus Loci has taken on a large contract to design and build a cohesive vision for the front and backyards of an estate in Kettleby, ON. After a number of attempts, using a variety of contractors, the homeowners have entrusted Genus Loci to finally create a plan for their property. Construction has begun and the transformation is already taking shape.
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Photos Now Available for Completed Backyard Phase of our Suburban Landscape in Newmarket, ON
Work on Phase 2 of our Suburban Landscape was completed the first week of August. We now have photos of this amazing transformation from grassed backyard to outdoor lounge and landscape.
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UPDATE
September 7, 2011
Work was completed on the streambank stabilization and restoration in Newmarket, ON, on August 29. The bank is stable with the combination of granite boulders, the Envirolok system and the native planting and seeding. The seed has already started to germinate and we look forward to continue bringing you updates as the plants and seed continue to grow.
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UPDATE
August 22, 2011
Work is well underway on restoring the streambank in Newmarket, ON. The original bank has been excavated and granite boulders have been used to rebuild the bank. More work still has to be done, so check back here for more updates.
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Work Completed on New Ornamental Pond
August 18, 2011
Genus Loci has just completed an ornamental pond project in Richmond Hill, ON. After trying their hand at building their own pond, the homeowners decided to let Genus Loci complete the task, and the result is a simple yet stunning additional to this garden.
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Genus Loci Commissioned to Restore Eroded Streambank in Newmarket, ON
August 15, 2011
Work has begun on a project to restore the eroded bank of a creek that backs onto a private residence in Newmarket, ON. Genus Loci will bioengineer the bank using the Envirolok system, granite boulders and native shrub planting.
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UPDATE
August 2011
One year ago, Genus Loci undertook a bioengineering project to restore a 350 metre portion of Coldwater Creek. The property owner had hired a contractor to 'improve' this stretch of creek in 2009 without obtaining Conservation Authority permits necessary when altering a watercourse. As a result, the property owner faced heavy fines and even possible charges when it was discovered this particular creek is home to the Redside Dace, a nationally endangered fish species. Now one year on, the creek continues its rehabilitation and signs of its renaturalization are readily apparent.
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Genus Loci Recently Completes 6th Natural Swimming Pool in Clarksburg, ON
July 29, 2011
Genus Loci's 6th natural swimming pool project is in full swing. The pool itself is complete with work continuing on a cedar deck and faux ruin. Tree, shrub and perennial planting around the natural swimming pool and existing earth pond begins today, with anticipated completion of the entire project in early August.
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Phase 2 of Suburban Landscape in progress
July 2011
Work is in progress on this multi-phased suburban landscape project. The backyard phase of this project was designed to be an outdoor lounging and entertainment area, boasting a pizza oven, fireplace with wood boxes, high quality paver patio, cedar deck and arbour and new landscaping.
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Work Begins on Natural Swimming Pool and Landscaping Project in Clarksburg, ON
June 10, 2011
Genus Loci has broken ground on a natural swimming pool project on a small 10 acre farm on Marsh St. in Clarksburg, On. This may be the company’s most ambitious project of the 2011 construction season.
Genus Loci’s pool crew broke ground on June 10, and work will continue through to the end of July. Watch for progress reports and photos of the work as it unfolds in the coming weeks.
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Natural Swimming Pool Completed in Markdale, ON
June 10, 2011
Genus Loci recently completed the installation of its fifth natural swimming pool, near Markdale, Ontario. This is the first of three freshwater pools to be installed by the company this summer.
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