Blount Beautification
RT Lodge
1406 Wilkinson Pike, Maryville
“The grounds are full of beautiful blooms, almost year-round starting in January with the Lenton roses into April with the various colors of azaleas and into the summer with knock-out roses and rhododendron. The property is definitely a spectacular site and preserved and maintained immaculately by the grounds manager, Jeff Hooper.”
Elizabeth Jackson Memorial Gardens
Corner of N Hall Road and E Stephenson St.
“There is always someone working in the space. It is a beautiful corner with a variety of plants and flowers. Whoever is responsible takes a lot of care with this land.”
Townsend river walk and arboretum
Hwy 321, Townsend
“Over the last 4 years the Townsend River Walk & Arboretum (TRWA) has gone through an intensive redesign and upgrade and continues to do so year after year…There are 4 seasons of natural beauty at the TRWA with an abundance of wildflowers, plants, and trees all positioned along the Little River…Considering that this space was the abandoned roadbed of old "Highway 73", it has surely become one of the "Jewels" of Townsend.”
The Barn Event Center of the Smokies
7264 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Townsend
“The owners of The Barn Event Center of the Smokies have made the beautification of their venue a priority. They invest the resources every season to make their property one of which all Blount Countians can be proud.”
Big Meadow Campground
8215 Cedar Creek Rd. Townsend
“This is a family-owned business… and they have always taken pride in what it looks like to outsiders and their customers. They have resonantly done more landscaping to improve the looks of their property.”
Eberting orthodontics
619 Smithview Dr. Maryville
“(The Eberting Orthodontics) team puts in a lot of hard work to create the beautiful landscaping that they have. The property is always well landscaped with beautiful greenery and flowers.”
peaceful side social
7967 E. Lamar alexander pkwy. Townsend
“Peaceful Side Social created a beautiful and functional space in an existing building in Townsend, TN. The site is inviting, comforting, and embodies the feel and attitude of the peaceful side of the Smokies. Their nature playground flows with the natural beauty of the mountains that provide the backdrop of this fantastic new addition to Blount County.”
first horizon bank
1820 W. Broadway Ave. Maryville
“(The First Horizon Bank property) has beautiful flowers.”
buddies bbq
2020 Bridgeway Dr. Maryville
“Beautiful landscaping, plants, and design all the way around the building (often even sweet little succulents in the drive-thru window). They seem to be maintaining it nicely after being open for several years now.”
Eagle Rock Retreat Center
7143 Flats Rd. Tallassee
“The property has a beautiful view, but the terrain is rocky and difficult to work with. Debbie Roach volunteers her time to plant flowers and keep up with the beauty of the landscaping. Staff members work tirelessly to keep the trees, weeds, rocks, and pathways looking nice for the guests. It’s beautiful!”
Porter Elementary School Friends Program
4520 Wildwood Springs Rd. Maryville
“Renea works really hard on keeping the garden growing so the children can learn about growing vegetables. She also keeps the flowers looking very pretty too.”
alcoa tenn Federal Credit Union
124 N. Hall Rd. Alcoa
“The credit union takes great pride in updating and renewing their business property. They've added several additions and plant beautiful flowers along with the perennials that come back every year.”
Maryville college
502 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Maryville
“The entrances to Maryville College are so very beautiful, and they should be recognized as such!”
Reuse/Redesign
bella
121 W. Broadway Ave. Maryville
“LOVE this renovated restaurant in Downtown Maryville.”
KenJo Corporate Office
325 Joule St. Alcoa
“This building used to be a bank. It’s a BIG step up from their previous location. KenJo is an incredible partner in our community…Their new location looks fantastic.”
dunkin’
1810 W. Broadway Ave. Maryville
“At the corner of a highly-trafficked and visible area of Maryville, this property used to be an eyesore. Dunkin' Donuts had the vision to renovate this old house/office building to make it into a welcoming and charming place. I applaud Dunkin' for deciding to re-purpose the property instead of tearing it down and building something new in its place.”
Peaceful Side Social
7967 E. Lamar alexander pkwy. Townsend
“Peaceful Side Social created a beautiful and functional space in an existing building in Townsend, TN. The site is inviting, comforting, and embodies the feel and attitude of the peaceful side of the Smokies. Their nature playground flows with the natural beauty of the mountains that provide the backdrop of this fantastic new addition to Blount County.”