archiveJuly 2020

Many homeowners use their porches, decks, and yards as extensions of their living space. To feel at ease, however, they need privacy. Walls and fences create privacy, but can be off-putting and expensive. ‘Living screens, ’ methods of landscaping for privacy, provide another alternative. When creating a living privacy fence,...

Training for landscape designers is available through associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs. You can learn about specific ways to incorporate trees, bushes, flowers, wood and stone to create a beautiful and useful outdoor space. Certification is available for experienced professionals. Read more about the degree options, certification requirements and...

Installing a patio, or customizing an existing one, is a rewarding step in actualizing the vision you have for your home. If you’re in the process of designing or remodeling your patio, take a look at these tricks from the pros to help you create your little piece of outdoor...

If you’ve ever wondered if you could pull together a nautical decorating theme in your home, have no fear; you’ll find lots of ideas here! We’ll give you plenty of suggestions and show you how to use nautical accessories to decorate your kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom. Living Room...

Gardens and yards aren’t just extra spaces that come with a house, nor should they be. You deserve to have a front and back yard that not only looks beautiful, but makes you really want to spend more time outside and enjoy your property in all seasons. After all, the...

A few large boulders placed close together can be used as seating or accent pieces. Large boulders create boundaries in the yard, and add height and texture to make flat yards more appealing. The main problem with importing boulders to a new location is integrating them with the surroundings so...

This year they are celebrating 20 years of practice since their start in an East London studio in 1997. Throughout these past two decades, they have defined and expanded their skills as a practice and gained recognition for their international work which challenges preconceived notions of landscape design, with their...

Change the look of the garden throughout the year. Give your entry garden seasonal updates with bulbs in spring, annuals in summer, mums in fall and evergreens for winter. Containers can be moved around to alter the look of the garden. At the home of Rob Saba and Mark Hogan...

Landscaping on a budget does not have to entail settling for a shabby-looking yard. From plants to patios, from window boxes to water features, learn how to save money while designing an attractive yard from the resources linked to below. 1. Save Money by Reducing Lawn Size Many homeowners obsess...

Natural Stone Natural stone remains the most desired choice of materials for landscaping architects worldwide, and has established its place in history. There is no other material that can match it for beauty, strength, and the ability to withstand the ultimate test of time. Stones are an inexpensive and effective...