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ReVISION House Scottsdale Product Review

COURTESY OF MSI COURTESY OF RACHIO

MSI, INTERIOR FINISH MATERIALS: NATURAL ADVANTAGES
MSI International has a large selection of the latest counter, wall and
flooring surfaces, and it provides inspirational input on the latest global RACHIO: SMART IRRIGATION FOR A HARSH CLIMATE
trends in hard surfaces: It is no secret that Scottsdale has a dry climate, with temperature
User-friendly online visualizer tools assist in envisioning the products
■ spikes of more than 110 degrees in summer. The Scottsdale
in our home. ReVISION House is situated on a man-made lake that supports
Natural and man-made surfaces combine durability and modern design.
■ an aquatic ecosystem, with many species of plant and animal
The company has a commitment to recycling and reuse at all
■ life. Keeping the landscape and gardens thriving requires some
manufacturing facilities. dedicated care and attention. That’s why Rachio’s automated
Products qualify for LEED credits—non-toxic, natural materials do
■ system became part of our overall sanctuary planning.
not release volatile organic compounds (VOCs). But the system is much more than just a sprinkler “timer.” It’s a
smart system that helps us achieve specific goals:
Rachio smart sprinkler controllers allow us to zone the yard to suit
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the plants’ water needs, using exactly the right amount of water
at the right time automatically.
Rachio ties in with local weather.
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The Rachio nutrient system can actually help build the biological
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content and structure of our soil, using beneficial microbes
and micronutrients to naturally strengthen plant roots–while
preventing dangerous chemical runoff.

DUPONT FOREVERLAWN: GRASS THAT STAYS GREEN
Natural grass in the Scottsdale climate is difficult to maintain in the summer. The
heat is intense. But we wanted to incorporate the luxurious look of natural grass in
our landscaping plan, and save the smart irrigation for other landscape features.
Identifying a perfect low-maintenance synthetic turf option took some sleuthing.
We wanted grass with the right color and texture that is also long lasting, and with
no chemical odor. Here’s why we landed on ForeverLawn:
The product met our aesthetic goals. It has a premium “lifelike” grass look, a
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natural color and texture.
It requires no watering ever, and minimal maintenance.
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ForeverLawn includes recycled content and contributes to LEED certification.
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