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“Have you seen Grey Gardens?” It’s the first thing Seattle magazine arts and culture editor Brangien Davis says when describing the grounds that once surrounded her Denny Blaine dwelling. The ...

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There's more to mid-century garden design than a pair of a butterfly chairs on a sunlit terrace, or a satellite-shaped firepit, as covetable as they may be. In her new book, The Mid-Century Modern ...

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A lot of people assume that learning how to design a minimalist garden means stripping your outdoor space of warmth or character, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Minimalist garden ideas ...

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San Mateo's mild climate and beautiful surroundings make it the perfect place to create a stylish, modern backyard. Whether you want a space for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the outdoors ...