Nov 28, 2023

Green Dividends: The Positive Impact of Greening on People and Nature

Greening, introducing vegetation and increasing green spaces in cities and beyond bring many positive changes for society and the environment. Here are a few aspects of the good effects of landscaping:

Improved Physical Health:

Walking in Parks: Green parks and squares create ideal conditions for walking and physical activity, promoting health and reducing stress.
Clean Air: Plants absorb pollutants and release oxygen, improving air quality in urban and suburban areas.
Reduce Stress Levels and Improve Mental Health:

Green Therapy: Natural landscapes have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety levels.
Biophilic Design: Indoor and outdoor landscaping creates a comfortable environment, promoting psychological well-being.

Maintaining Biodiversity:

Environment for Diverse Species: Green spaces provide shelter and a food source for animals and plants, supporting biodiversity in urban and peri-urban ecosystems.
Improving Ecosystems: Green landscapes promote sustainable ecosystems, preventing species extinction and maintaining a healthy environment.

Energy Conservation and Climate Improvement:

Protection from Sweltering Heat: Trees and plants create shade, reducing heat gain in cities, which helps reduce energy consumption and improve the climate.
Carbon Dioxide Absorption: Plants photosynthesise to absorb carbon dioxide, helping to combat climate change.

Building Social Communities:

Meeting Places: Parks and squares are places for social events, promoting socialisation and building social communities.

Community Projects: Greening projects can serve as centres of community activity, bringing people together to improve their surroundings.

Enhancing Aesthetic Quality:

Landscaping Urban Spaces: Trees, flowers, and landscaping enhance the visual perception of urban spaces and create a pleasant atmosphere.
Architectural Design: Green elements in architecture and urban planning add scenic beauty and harmony to a structure.
Greening not only improves the quality of life, but also creates sustainable, healthy and liveable cities where nature and society neighbour in harmony.

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Nov 27, 2023

Creative Touch: Landscaping and Design for Residential Buildings

Welcome to the world of creative landscaping with Creative Touch in Oregon City, Oregon! We provide high quality landscaping services, residential and commercial landscaping, sprinkler and irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance.

Landscape Design:
Our landscape design experts work with you to create unique and functional landscape designs. We take into account your preferences, style, and site features so that each project reflects the client’s personality.

Residential and Commercial Landscaping:
We do professional landscaping for both residential and commercial properties. Our approach includes selecting plants, creating colourful arrangements and ensuring the health of the vegetation over time.

Sprinkler and Irrigation Systems:
Creative Touch designs and installs state-of-the-art sprinkler and irrigation systems, ensuring efficient and effective use of water resources to keep your property green.

Grounds Maintenance:
Our team of professionals provides a wide range of grounds maintenance services including lawn mowing, cleaning, plant feeding, and pest control. We strive to keep your grounds in optimal condition throughout the seasons.

Retaining Walls and Landscape Solutions:
Creative Touch designs and builds retaining walls, providing stability and aesthetics. We also provide innovative landscape solutions to enhance the appearance of your site.

Lighting:
We create magic with professional landscape lighting. This not only gives your site a unique look at night, but also enhances safety and creates a cosy atmosphere.

Interesting Facts:

1. Trees increase the value of a home:
   Studies show that having trees and beautiful landscaping around a home can increase its value by 5-20%.
2. Colour schemes affect mood:
   The right choice of colours in landscaping can increase comfort levels and positively affect the emotional well-being of residents.
3. Green roofs promote energy conservation:
   Green roofs covered with vegetation help improve the energy efficiency of homes by providing natural insulation and reducing heating and air conditioning costs.
4. Landscape as a health tool:
   Studies show that having green spaces and quality landscaping around the home can help reduce stress and improve physical and mental health.
5. Garden Therapy:
   Green spaces can serve as a therapy tool. Garden therapy can improve mood, reduce stress levels, and be an effective means of rehabilitation.
6. Residential landscaping and design is not just an embellishment, but an investment in the quality of life, comfort and health of residents.

With Creative Touch, your area will become an oasis of beauty and harmony. Contact us for unique landscape solutions and quality service!

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