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Show Us the First Signs of Fall Where You Live (3 photos)

September 1, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

At the end of every summer, it happens little by little: Sunset arrives sooner, evening temperatures slowly drop and a single leaf falls from a tree. Then a switch seems to flip, and fall is in full swing. Let’s celebrate the moments right before that shift — when it still feels like summer but you know…

See How 20 Patios Celebrate the Fire Pit (20 photos)

August 31, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

There are a lot of choices to make when adding a backyard fire pit, whether you decide to have one custom-made or buy one ready-made. Aside from their function, fire pits offer another opportunity to tailor your backyard’s design to you, regardless of its size and style. Here’s a collection of some of…

5 Mudroom and Entry Makeovers Add Function and Style (12 photos)

August 27, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

Before you drop another backpack on the floor, trip over another pile of sneakers or forget where you put your keys — again — take a look at these five mudroom and entry area transformations. Whether you have a fully defined entry room, a spare closet or a blank section of wall near the…

Beach Style Meets Desert in a Tucson Backyard (6 photos)

August 25, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

In Arizona, a region often associated with blistering temperatures and bold, rich colors, this backyard design in Tucson takes a cooling approach. “Everything is white and gray, with a whisper of turquoise,” say landscape designer Elizabeth Pryzgoda-Montgomery.…

How She Did It: Huge Planters Overflow With 3-Season Color (4 photos)

August 25, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

Dawn Young wanted “something that would get big, bold, bright and beautiful” when she created two matching container gardens this spring for her home in Wisconsin. The 6-foot-tall gardens overflow in bold yellow, orange, red and chartreuse…

How She Did It: Huge Planters Overflow With Seasonal Color (4 photos)

August 25, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

Dawn Young wanted “something that would get big, bold, bright and beautiful” when she created two matching container gardens this spring for her home in Wisconsin. She started with cool-season blooms, swapping out plants as the weather…

See How 3 Patios Ingeniously Mix Pavers and Pebbles (6 photos)

August 24, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

Paths and patios made with concrete pavers and pebbles are known for their many benefits, including their versatility, permeability and overall attractive, natural look. But design dilemmas persist with this popular pairing, particularly those about k…

See 3 Patios That Ingeniously Mix Pavers and Pebbles (6 photos)

August 24, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

Paths and patios made with concrete pavers and pebbles are known for their many benefits, including their versatility, permeability and overall attractive, natural look. But design dilemmas persist with this popular pairing, particularly those about k…

These 3 Patios Ingeniously Mix Pavers and Pebbles (6 photos)

August 24, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

Paths and patios made with concrete pavers and pebbles are known for their many benefits, including their versatility, permeability and overall attractive, natural look. But design dilemmas persist with this popular pairing, particularly those about k…

These 3 Patios Make an Unsexy Technical Detail Cool (8 photos)

August 19, 2018 Annie Thornton 0

Drainage is a critical detail — even if it’s not the sexiest — when it comes to patios and other outdoor spaces. Without good drainage, you could end up with pooling, flooding or damage to surrounding structures. Permeable paving offers an integrated solution, but it’s not always an option.
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