Backyard landscape ideas create cozy character
Written by: Christopher Lawton/Photos by: Craig Thompson When they first bought their home, Dr. Jason Swoger and his wife Lisa loved the architectural, modern style of their new home. “It’s…
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Backyard ideas with a taste of the tropics
While Florida is known as a vacationland for many Northerners, the owners of this magnificent Carrollwood lakefront estate were relaxing in Maui when their backyard ideas began to take shape.…
Backyard landscaping ideas create gathering spots
Carol Wilson is a keen gardener who worked hard to make the yard of her Hyde Park home beautiful. But, with her son in college and her daughter graduating high…
Landscaping rocks turn a back yard into resort living
Randy Beals’ business is seasonal. It keeps him busy seven days a week, ten hours a day from May through August. Randy appreciates the value of coming home to an…
Landscape design with a water view
Years ago Bob Chimka remarked to his wife, Marilyn, “We can’t afford a house on the water but maybe we can afford water for the house.” Bob’s comment started a…
Outdoor living space is serene in nature
Summer or winter, rain or shine, a day spent at this outdoor living space will be a day long remembered. Homeowners Bill and Anne’s new residence is part of a…
Backyard landscape ideas create a charming getaway
The winds of Hurricane Ike in 2008 made the first big change to the back yard of Christine and Tim’s Washington Township home. “The storm damaged many of our trees,…