Landscape Design 1471 Stories

Before and Afters

Elegant 2-Acre English Country Landscape Designed for All Seasons

By Sarah Alcroft

A windy, waterlogged property becomes a year-round haven with outdoor rooms, a rain garden and a reflecting pool
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Before and Afters

Before and After: 3 Small Yards Packed With Big Ideas

By Elena Vega

Privacy, tranquility and comfort without a ton of space? These outdoor designs show how in 430 square feet or less
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Lighting

13 Outdoor Lighting Tips for a Safe and Inviting Landscape

By Georgia Madden

Lighting experts share the secrets to getting your yard’s nighttime lighting right
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Fall and Thanksgiving

10 Cozy Patio Upgrades to Warm Up Your Fall Evenings

By Sarah Alcroft

Create an inviting outdoor space after dark with these ideas for adding ambiance, comfort and entertainment
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Arbor Day

8 Reasons to Plant a Great Tree

By June Scott

Beauty is its own reward, but the benefits of planting the right tree in the right place go way beyond looks
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Before and Afters

Before and After: 5 Outdoor Spaces Perfect for Fall Lounging

By Elena Vega

Fire features, warm lighting, patio covers and comfortable seating extend outdoor living when temperatures drop
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Gardening Guides

Why Fall Is a Good Time to Start Planning Your Landscape Redesign

By Julie Butterworth

Designers share timelines, key project stages and other insights to help you kick off an outdoor overhaul this season
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Patio of the Week

Lush Terraced Landscape Takes Shape on a Steep Slope

By Sarah Alcroft

A designer transforms a challenging English yard with layered planting, a cascading water feature and meandering paths
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Patios

10 Fall Outdoor Dining Ideas for Patios, Decks and Porches

By Lauren Dunec Hoang

Flickering candles, glowing lanterns and cozy throws make eating outside a celebration of the season
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Patio of the Week

Coastal Landscape Reconnects With Its Natural Setting

By Becky Harris

A landscape architect sensitively revives a Cape Cod property with scenic marsh views
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Patio of the Week

Sloping Backyard Gains Lush Garden Rooms for Outdoor Living

By Sarah Alcroft

A landscape designer transforms a challenging yard in England into a beautiful, functional space for relaxation and play
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