Gravel courtyard

When a New York couple opted to build a home in Cape Town, they honoured its location by furnishing it with pieces by some of South Africa's most renowned artists.

Who could have guessed that the most hypnotizing hardscape material of the past decade would turn out to be humble gravel? Available in an almost infinite

A California homeowner saw nothing but potential in her home's dry and desolate yard filled with but dirt. Her makeover results are jaw-dropping.

At a cost of about $5 a square foot, a pea gravel patio is easy on the budget (especially if you open the 50-pound bags and rake the gravel yourself)–and c

Often all it takes is one image that sets my mind to thinking. The simple outdoor courtyard below was one of the inspiration photos I collected when I was imagining my outdoor space. This image from Martha Stewart has the simplicity of design and the vibe of the European country lifestyle I admire. Making such a space in our own yard would be my intention. One designated for outdoor dining or early morning cups of coffee. The rear of our home has just such a space that I though would convert…

Labor Day weekend and a few highlights

If you live in a climate warm enough to make an olive tree happy, consider your landscape dilemma solved. One olive tree, dramatically situated, is all it

If you've followed me for a while, you'll know I've never had much desire for gravel in the garden. Don't get me wrong - I don't hate gravel and there's certainly a time and place for it, but after having an entire yard full of gravel in the old house (full garden tour here), I

Stunning backyard landscaping is inexpensive with the smart ideas Kentucky garden designer Jon Carloftis used to transform his backyard.

The challenge was to create something both dog friendly and attractive to gaze out upon, as well as versatile for dining and entertaining.