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It all began with a phone call from my friend Tracey. I will never forget the day, I was working on a nice pool deck in Lake Forest.  She told me she had recently gotten married and to someone who I had also worked with in the passed by the name of, David. How cool!Read more

Long Grove Pool Deck and Gas Fire Pit This pool deck was constructed in the town of Long Grove, Illinois. We removed his existing concrete deck and were able to transform his backyard into a more inviting outdoor living space. We were also able to provide a great place for the family to dine whileRead more

Lake Forest Brick Paver Pool Deck A pool can be such a nice feature to have. However, boring concrete does not give the pool the justice needed to give it the cool factor. This pool deck located in Lake Forest was able to improve the look and feel by removing the ugly existing concrete patioRead more

Just as our faces are naturally unique, our sense of aesthetics is hardly the same. When it comes to patio lighting ideas, what is suitable for one homeowner might not be the same for another. From light color to patio design and patio decor ideas, it’s easy to recognize what appeals most to every oneRead more

As you approach your retirement years, you may have dreams of buying a perfect little abode in your favorite region of the country and living out your golden years in peace and tranquility. As with any major life transition, buying a house, moving, and settling in is a lot of work that may take monthsRead more

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So Many Brick Patterns To Choose From There area so many brick paver patterns to choose from. Brick patterns are not limited to just the field pavers, you can also use a different pattern on the borders pavers. This article we discuss the various patterns for field brick pavers available to you. If you areRead more

Grayslake Outdoor Living Space Using Brussels Block Brick Pavers This brick paver (brussels Block) is by far the most timeless paver of all provided by Unilock. Paver styles, shapes and colors come and go. The Brussels Block brick paver however, has stood the test of time. Just as trends do, they come and go, butRead more

Highland Park Beacon Hill Driveway with Series Border and U-Cara Wall If you scroll back and forth on the image you can see the before look as well as the after look. Enjoy seeing the transformation right before your eyes. This driveway located in Highland Park, Illinois doesn’t have your typical thickness Beacon Hill (Smooth)Read more

Brussels Block Brick Paver Patio This modular designed Brussels Block brick paver patio was installed in Lake Villa. We wanted to accentuate the modular design with a defined contrasting border. We used the very elegant Unilock Copthorne brick paver as an inlay that would surround the entire perimeter of the patio. We ran the inlayRead more