by Doug McKinney | Oct 12, 2026 | Enhancements, Landscape, Lighting
When the clocks fall back on November 1, sunset arrives around 5 p.m., leaving most properties in darkness for more than half of each day. By dinnertime, the architecture, specimen trees, landscape beds, and outdoor living areas you invested in have faded from view.... 
by Doug McKinney | Sep 28, 2026 | Landscape
The summer of 2026 was tough on landscapes across Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. Between prolonged high temperatures, drought conditions and inconsistent rainfall, many commercial properties, HOAs, office campuses and residential communities are... 
by Doug McKinney | Sep 15, 2026 | Landscape
Across the DMV, September is prime time for aeration and overseeding because lawns still have warm soil to support germination, cooler air to reduce stress, and a narrowing window before fall gives way to winter. Homeowners are trying to repair summer damage. Property... 
by Doug McKinney | Aug 31, 2026 | Landscape, Summer Design Series, Uncategorized
This is the third and final post in our summer design series. Part one looked at water features. Part two covered gathering spaces. This one is about the feature that ties everything together for a lot of our clients: the outdoor kitchen, and the entertainment space... 
by Doug McKinney | Aug 17, 2026 | Landscape, Summer Design Series
This post is the second installment in the RASEVIC Landscape Design Series (Summer Edition), a three-part look at the features that turn ordinary outdoor areas into more inviting, functional and memorable spaces. We started with water features, and now we’re... 
by Doug McKinney | Aug 3, 2026 | Landscape, Summer Design Series
This post is the first installment in the RASEVIC Landscape Design Series (Summer Edition), a three-part look at the features that turn ordinary outdoor areas into more inviting, functional and memorable spaces. We’re starting with water features, then moving...