Author: larkinlandscaping

Owning a historic home is a privilege, but it carries the heavy responsibility of stewardship. While much attention is often lavished on restoring the interior woodwork or preserving the original facade, the surrounding grounds are frequently neglected or inappropriately modernised. Tearing out century-old garden layouts to install contemporary, minimalist features erases the property’s context and severs its connection to history. Authentic Landscape Design in Central Iowa for older properties requires a completely different approach—it is an exercise in archaeology and preservation. By meticulously researching the past and uncovering the original intent of the grounds, we can restore the garden to…