Garden & Patio
Exterior lighting can make even the finest house, building or courtyard more inviting. It’s not only a statement of taste, but can also be a clue to what you will find inside. The mood can be… More
Erin Benedict, cofounder and lead designer of Benedict August Design, tells GN about her most uncommon client, an eight-year-old in Westchester County, N.Y., who brought to the firm Erin’s favorite… More
Plants serve us in many ways—they beautify the environment, purify the air, release oxygen, and yield fruit for the table. Yet, you can find poisonous plants everywhere.
Oleander, for example,… More
Backyard parties are great, but a certain level of responsibility comes with being a host. This includes taking steps to make sure guests will be comfortable even before they arrive. Here are some tips… More
Designing a garden should be easy, right? Just wander around the garden store, pick out the plants that you like, take them home and plop them in the ground. Unfortunately, unless you have a really… More
New stylish products made for outdoor living now allow us to savor the charm of lounging and dining al fresco without sacrificing style. Here is my "five ingredient" recipe for making the most of an… More
Designate a small patch, plant those seeds, take field trips to the nursery and find joy in the purpose of the lowly worm. With that first sprout, your child will be on his or her way to a love of gardening.A… More
- Collecting Inspiration
- Designing a Space that Tells Your Story
- Use Feng Shui to Turn Your Backyard into a Retreat
- Recipe for Stylish Outdoor Living
- Preparing the Perfect Lawn
- 'Stepping Outside' of Traditional Exterior Lighting
- Inspiration Everywhere: Black, White and Read All Over
- Summer Preparation Checklist
- How To: Design and Plant a Garden
- Creating the Party-Friendly Yard