Deep Blue “Waters” Tumbled-Glass “river” runs through this garden, featuring a footbridge, ornamental grasses, crepe myrtles and creeping fescue. A dry landscape doesn’t have to be colorless. Find ways to add personality while keeping it low maintenance.
Find out how to give your landscape your personal stamp while respecting what is there and not exceeding your budget. You’ve moved to a new place, and you’re already imagining what you’re going to do to improve the outdoor space. Maybe it’s a new development, offering a blank canvas, or perhaps it’s already been landscaped. Here are…
Already thinking about how to jazz up your home with the latest fall trends and newest colors? Even in the dead of summer, it’s hard to keep from thinking ahead, especially because autumn décor can be so dreamy. This year, get a head start on the new season with the fall colors you’ll be seeing a lot…
Laying a Gravel Path Sure, you could spend several days and many dollars putting in a walkway made of cobbles or bluestone, but a simple gravel trail won’t break your back—or your budget. Gravel (as well as crushed brick or crushed shell) is a traditional path material found in formal gardens throughout Europe and Asia,…
Neutral bathrooms remain on top this year, but there’s nothing boring about these spaces, which include a cherry-blossom glass tile mural and a sliding barn door with full-length mirror. Here are the 10 most popular bathroom photos. 10. Enhancing CharacterThis home in Dallas was built around the turn of the last century, and this colorfully tiled…
Whether it’s an oceanside bungalow or a luxury cabin in the mountains, many people dream of buying a vacation home. Financial advisors call a purchase like this “lifestyle investing.” Like any investment, buying a second home comes with both benefits and potential drawbacks, so it’s important to consider how a vacation home fits into your long-term…
Balinese Garden with Floating Patio Granite bridges provide the perfect path to explore the garden. A floating patio island showcases the round bed and tranquil views of the pond. The inspiration for this entry garden came from the owner, who wanted an “Eastern” garden that would work vicariously during their 11-month stay in Minnesota. Water…
You can make a number of changes to your house, but you’ll probably never change your house number. Here are a few ideas on how to display your home’s number so it’ll add curb appeal and charm.
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