The Great OUTDOORS

Hinsdale Magazine

The Great OUTDOORS

All the resources you need to turn your yard into an oasis this summer

BY KERRIE KENNEDY

Alfresco Architecture Founded in 1962 by Charles Vincent George, CVG Architects has long served both residential and commercial markets with a focus on community involvement. The company’s first major urban planning project was the Naperville Sesquicentennial Riverwalk, and since then, the firm has been involved in some of the most influential building projects in the Midwest, literally changing the fabric of the communities we live in by beautifying our surroundings, including our own backyards—from trellises to gazebos to swimming pool design. www.cvgarchitects.com

Dive In Could there be a better way to enjoy summer than an in-ground pool in your own backyard? Barrington Pools, which has received numerous industry awards for their custom-designed pools, offers the latest in environmentallysustainable “green pools,” saltwater pool systems, highperformance cleaning and safety measures like automated pool covers. Even better, the company, which is licensed and bonded, makes the process seamless, handling everything from the building permit process to ongoing service after installation, which takes an estimated three to four weeks from ground-breaking. www.barrington-pools.com

Seasonless Beauty Known for their reliable work, reasonable prices and excellent results, CNC Lawn Care Inc. is a staple in the western suburbs, providing design, contraction and maintenance services to both commercial and residential sites. Authorized Unilock and Belgard contractors, the company specializes in carefully combining plantings and hardscapes to create functional outdoor spaces that have year-round interest—a crucial consideration in the Midwest. cnclawncareinc.com

Wind Proof Furniture For anyone who’s ever had to deal with fly-away patio furniture, family-owned Linly Designs has a solution: high-quality outdoor furniture that’s made to withstand even the strongest of gusts. The top-ofthe-line products come with 20-year warranties on frames and seven-year warranties on finishes, and Linly stands behind the craftsmanship of each piece it makes. Whether you have your heart set on bright-yellow cushions, lipstick red or a blue and white nautical theme, Linly has what you’re looking for, with more than 100 fabrics and trims to choose from. www.linlydesigns.com

Life-Inspired Landscaping Based in Downers Grove, Jane Dilworth & Associates creates exceptional gardens and landscapes by connecting people with nature—or what the company calls “life-inspired landscaping.” Dilworth’s trademark is to draw from nature’s subtleties, recognizing modern-day society’s need to interact with nature. Fully bonded and insured with more than 40 years of experience, the awardwinning company’s capabilities include hardscaping, plantings, coordination with subcontractors and unsurpassed personal attention. www.janedilworth.com

Personal Vision Whatever your outdoor vision, Rolling Landscapes, a full-service landscaping architecture firm serving the western suburbs, is committed to bringing it to life. This customer-centered approach is not only at the core of their business model, but it’s helped them win numerous awards, not to mention a devoted following. From custom plans to installation to property maintenance, Rolling Landscapes can handle it all. rollinglandscapes.com

All Things Outdoor As a fullservice residential and commercial landscape company for over 60 years, Wingren Landscape has serviced the surrounding Chicagoland areas since 1957. Wingren has enjoyed longstanding relationships with satisfied clients in landscape design, construction and maintenance, and leads the landscape industry by establishing the best practices and creating industry trends. The team of licensed landscape architects, designers and project managers all work to provide exceptional value to their clients. www.wingrenlandscape.com

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