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Brown Design Group

With over 25 years of experience, Brown Design Group has become a trusted name in Pittsburgh for creating stunning outdoor spaces and building lasting client relationships. Led by founder George Brown, the team includes talented landscape architects, designers, craftsmen, and project managers who are passionate about transforming outdoor visions into reality through a personalized, collaborative approach.
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Why a Landscape Architect Should Guide Your Luxury Pool Design

Posted on March 24, 2026

Designing a luxury pool is one of the most impactful ways to elevate your outdoor living environment. A pool becomes a focal point, a gathering space, and a long-term investment in your home. Because it affects so many aspects of the landscape, the planning phase is just as important as the construction. This is why …

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Understanding Landscape Architecture: Processes, Principles, and Best Practices

Posted on February 27, 2026

Landscape architecture plays a pivotal role in shaping how outdoor environments function, feel, and endure over time. It extends far beyond plant selection or surface-level aesthetics, integrating environmental science, engineering principles, and thoughtful design to build outdoor living spaces that are purposeful and sustainable. This guide offers an in-depth examination of what landscape architecture entails, …

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Designing Your Landscape Using Local Materials and Why It Matters

Posted on January 23, 2026

Crafting a successful landscape is more than arranging plants and hardscape elements. It’s about understanding context. Every region has its own unique identity, shaped by its geology, climate, and culture. When landscaping materials reflect these elements, the landscape looks authentic, resilient, and connected to its surroundings. Understanding the Regional Landscape Rolling hills, layered geological formations, …

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