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b'We had such positive feedback on our last episode with landscape architect Brantley Snipes, that we decided we had to have her back for part 2! Brantley is a Mississippi-based landscape architect as well as the owner, lead designer, and project manager for Brantley Snipes Landscape Design. Among many accolades, Brantley was named to the Greenwood Commonwealth\\u2019s Top 30 under 40. The last time we had Brantley on the show, we talked a lot about plants and softscaping. Today we \\u201cdive\\u201d into pools and other hardscaping elements.\\n\\nWhat You\\u2019ll Hear on This Episode:\\n\\nWhat to consider when deciding to build a patio.\\n\\nWhat are the pros and cons of concrete and when is it best to use it?\\n\\nWhat other hard materials should be considered and when?\\n\\nWhen should you consider using loose stone?\\n\\nHow to determine the size, depth, shape, etc. of a pool.\\n\\nWhat to consider for the surrounding area of a pool; especially when kids are using it.\\n\\nAll about pool tiles\\u2026and why are they so limited?!\\n\\nConsidering liner vs. gunite pool surfaces.\\n\\nDoes Brantley recommend a pool cover, fence, or both?\\n\\nWhat is a swim shelf?! And other popular pool accessories.\\n\\nIt\\u2019s important to consider pool storage, using the bathroom, and other elements of hosting/entertaining.\\n\\nWhat is a realistic landscaping budget; for both softscaping and hardscaping?\\n\\n\\nMentioned in This Episode:\\n\\nEp 248: Creating Outdoor Spaces with Brantley Snipes\\n\\nBrantley Snipes Landscape & Design\\n\\nBrantley Snipes Landscape & Design on Instagram \\n\\nBrantley Snipes Landscape & Design on Facebook\\n\\nOsmanthus Market'