In 1908, an unnamed correspondent for The Times of London wrote the first public account of the two-year-old library of the financier J. Pierpont Morgan, next to his home just east of Madison Avenue on 36th Street. Modeled by the architect Charles Follen McKim on Renaissance buildings like the Villa […]
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Front yard lighting ideas: 10 ways to illuminate your garden
Front yard lighting ideas are a key consideration when designing the approach to your house. Both aesthetic and practical factors need to be taken into account, including the positioning and power sources of each light, and you’ll also need to factor in external lighting from any streetlights or neighboring properties […]
How to deter foxes from your yard and garden, without harming them
If you need to find out how to deter foxes from your yard or garden, you have our sympathies. Foxes are beautiful and fascinating animals – they’re also notorious for causing mischief in residential backyards… If you’ve discovered that, once again, a fox has chewed on your outdoor shoes/garden hose, […]
14 Side Yard Ideas That’ll Help You Make the Most of Your Whole Property
istockphoto.com Style on the Side Side yards often are narrow and more utilitarian in nature (think faucets and hoses, garbage or recycling containers, and storage). But with a little planning and creativity, you can make your side yard both useful and appealing, whether it shows to passersby or just from […]
Concrete yard is unrecognizable after a garden wall makeover
DIY-er transformed her concrete yard into a Mediterranean-inspired space with a smart painted wall makeover. As the weather warms up we all want to get out into our gardens again. But, when your backyard ideas consist of a colorless, concrete yard even the sunnier days can’t entice you outdoors. Tik […]
11 small front yard landscaping ideas that are low maintenance
These small front landscaping ideas that are low maintenance deliver on curb appeal without requiring you to constantly weed, prune, or even water your front yard. Whether you are frequently away and don’t want to come back to a dead outdoor space, or just want something that looks good without […]
How to landscape a front yard without plants
If you’re looking for front yard landscaping ideas without plants, don’t be discouraged. Although many people see shrubs and a neatly mowed lawn as integral elements of a front yard, it’s perfectly possible to have a beautiful front of house, sans plants. Whether you have a tricky north-facing location, or […]
10 budget front yard landscaping ideas
These budget front yard landscaping ideas will convince you that top-notch curb appeal doesn’t have to cost top dollar. You don’t have to go for one of those super-expensive concrete-and-water-feature designs in order to achieve a beautiful front-of-house look. Instead, take inspiration from pocket-friendly ideas that will save you money, […]
Best flowering shrubs: top 10 varieties to add to your yard
The best flowering shrubs are those that provide a stunning focal point when in bloom, a shrub that catches the eye and makes a statement in your garden landscape. As well as offering a beautiful appearance, they may also bring with them a sweet perfume, interesting leaf color and unusual […]
How to position landscape lighting to bring the yard to life
Knowing how to position landscape lighting can completely transform the garden. From inexpensive candles and solar-powered festoons to a whole garden lighting system controlled remotely from your phone, all it takes to create beautiful effects is a few well-considered buys and clever placement. ‘Lighting invites you to look at your […]