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Patio of the WeekKoi Glide Around a Tranquil Garden's Moat
This idyllic retreat combines lush plantings, statues and moving water for a serene backyard scene
Full StoryGardening and LandscapingOutdoor Fountains Bring the River to You
Chill out with a custom or kit water feature for your patio or yard — there's even one for a furry friend
Full StoryPatio of the WeekYear-Round Gazebo Glory in Toronto
Lilacs in spring, snuggly blankets in winter. With weatherproof panels and seats aplenty, this gazebo is guest ready all year long
Full StoryPatio of the WeekA Cozy Backyard Escape Warms Seattle Gardeners
Bold hues, a green roof, a functional greenhouse, a fire pit, an arbor and raised beds create a harmonious modern garden
Full StoryLandscape DesignIn Austin, a Backyard Wall Provides More Than Privacy
Designers solve a common privacy problem — and create some unexpected play — with a clever screening solution
Full StoryPatiosGet Backyard Privacy the Subtler, Stylish Way
Why settle for a hulking brick wall when plants, screens and other refined backyard dividers do the job with panache?
Full StoryPatio of the WeekRugged Comfort in Northern California
A garage relocation opens up a family's comfortable outdoor living space
Full StoryGardening and LandscapingUnwind in a Boutique-Hotel Lounge — on Your Patio
Bring vacation-style comfort to your patio with cushy all-weather furnishings and accessories worthy of a posh getaway
Full StoryPatio of the WeekBargain Pieces Take a Sunny Outdoor Room High End
See how a design-savvy homeowner put discount furniture and big-box accessories together for a polished patio look
Full StoryLandscape DesignHow to Pick the Right Floor for Your Garden Room
Crunch the facts on gravel, flagstone, brick, tile and more with our mini guide to outdoor flooring surfaces
Full StoryPatio of the Week3 Microclimates and Countless Blooms
A trio of outdoor rooms plus a porch swing, exuberant plantings and plenty of seating make this Massachusetts yard ready to entertain
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