Gemma is an experienced freelance writer who has spent the last five years focusing on expert-driven content relating to homes and gardens. She has contributed to several lifestyle publications ...

Textured planters, modular seating, and an adjustable, pedestal system for decking are among our top picks in the outdoor and ...

Kristen has worked as a freelance home, design and lifestyle writer since 2021. In that time she has contributed to a number of online media outlets including Apartment Therapy, Hunker, The Everygirl, ...

One of two new lines of clay pavers recently introduced by Glen-Gery, the Cityscape Series (right and above) is offered in colors that include Liberty Copper, Plum Plaza, and Empire Blue. Also just ...

My husband, DC, wants to know as he writes one more check in an endless stream for our outdoor landscaping project. We love how the project is turning out, but the flow of outbound checks, which he is ...

For an easy DIY home project that costs relatively little —and makes a big impact—we recommend investing in a set of landscaping garden lights. Installation can be as quick as pushing stakes in the ...

Outdoor lights improve home security and safety, plus they’re relatively inexpensive and tackling installation is typically an easy weekend DIY project. Along with practical applications, outdoor ...

Chad Rodvold of E2 Illumination Designs created this outdoor lighting scheme for a home near Turtle Creek in Dallas. It incorporates moonlighting, uplighting, accent lighting and path lighting.

For most people, spending time outdoors in well-designed public spaces is one of the highlights to city life. Why, then, do we spend comparatively little time and money on designing them? In this ...