A small front garden does not necessarily mean small impact. The right layout, plant selections, and a few well-placed details can turn even a narrow plot along the walkway into a welcoming space that makes neighbors want to take a second look. From layered planting beds to clever vertical features that stretch a tight space […]
This charming country cottage in Wayzata, Minnesota, a lakeside suburb of Minneapolis, underwent an addition by Pillar Homes, along with a full-scale landscape remodel by Mom’s Design Build. With two young, active boys playing lacrosse and basketball, these homeowners were determined to build an addition to their detached garage to accommodate their active family. The […]
The English garden has inspired homeowners around the world for more than a century, and recreating one is easier than you might think. Layered perennial borders, climbing roses, fragrant herbs, and a mix of structure and softness can make even a small backyard feel like a countryside retreat. Unlike formal garden styles, the English garden […]
Growing your own food can be very appealing, especially in your front yard in lieu of grass or rock hardscaping. An edible front yard is lush, layered, and designed with as much thought and care as any ornamental landscape. Whether you have a sprawling lawn or just a narrow strip between the sidewalk and your […]
Are you looking for landscaping solutions and ideas for your narrow side yard? The side yard is often one of the most overlooked spaces in the landscape. Long, narrow, and sometimes awkwardly shaped, it can easily become a forgotten strip of lawn, gravel, or utility space. But with a little creativity, it can become a […]
Your front yard is the first thing people see when they pull up to your home, and a small front yard does not have to mean a forgettable one. In fact, some of the most striking curb appeal transformations occur in the tightest spaces, where thoughtful design choices make every square foot count. Whether you […]
A shade garden can be the most rewarding landscape you create, yet it is often overlooked. While gardeners favor full sun, some of the lushest, most serene gardens thrive without it. The trick is to work with the shade rather than against it, embracing its coolness and deep green hues, and allowing just a single […]
There is something satisfying about creating a beautiful garden on your property using stone edging. Developing clean lines between the lawn and flower bed, a boundary between the gravel path and the planting zone, and a defined shape that makes even the smallest patch of earth feel intentional and cared for. Stone edging can be […]
That narrow strip of land along your fence, driveway, or house foundation is not wasted space but an opportunity. Narrow garden beds are one of the most underutilized design tools in residential landscaping, and when planted thoughtfully, they can completely transform the look and feel of your outdoor space. Whether you have a slim border […]
Known as the Mariposa Garden House, this award-winning indoor-outdoor residence in Boulder, Colorado, was designed by Renée del Gaudio Architecture for a family of three living in the Lower Chautauqua neighborhood at the foot of the Boulder Flatirons. A decade ago, interior designer Stephanie Waddell moved with her husband and young son into an aging […]
