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10 Maximalist Garden Ideas to Create a Beautifully Bold Escape in Your Outdoor Space
Step into your own secret retreat with these maximalist ideas from garden designers and landscaping experts
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6 Trees That Landscape Designers Will Never Plant When They're Trying to Make a Garden More Private
Looking to create a more secluded outdoor space? These are the trees to avoid that won't actually help screen your garden from neighbors
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"It Can Be a Blessing and a Curse" — Landscape Designers Say They'd Never Buy This Kind of Outdoor Furniture for an Overly Sunny South-Facing Garden
Black or white cushions? A wooden or metal side table? Whatever you're tossing up between, if you have a sun-soaked garden, here's what experts say to avoid
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The Best Rattan Outdoor Furniture for This Year Looks Better Than Your Last Vacation
Ready for your staycation era? These styles are giving lazy coastal afternoons and the Mediterranean breeze
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It Will Fill Your Garden With Beautiful Scents — 10 Ways to Landscape With Lavender That Make This Mediterranean Shrub Looks Its Best
Discover the many different ways you can use this attractive, pollinator-friendly perennial in your landscape
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5 Things Minimalists Never Have in Their Gardens — For Simpler, More Streamlined Outdoor Spaces
Turn your straggly garden into a sophisticated outdoor setting by steering clear of this list of items that minimalists would never go near
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Built-In Outdoor Grill Ideas — 15 Ways to Make the Outdoors the Ultimate Hangout This Summer
From sleek stone counters to full outdoor kitchens, these built-in grill setups bring serious flavor and function to the open-air summer lifestyle
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What Is Acacia Wood Furniture? And Is It Actually Any Good? This Popular Outdoor Material, Explained
This staple material is often used for outdoor furniture, but is it suited to these settings? Our experts explain the pros and cons of this wood.
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I Attended the Chelsea Flower Show and Picked Up on These 8 Big Trends That Everyone Should Be Using to Design Their Gardens
From the lessons learned from the best show gardens at this year's event to the emerging styles in outdoor furniture and plants, here's what I gleaned from attending the Chelsea Flower Show
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How to Design an East-Facing Balcony — 6 Tips to Convert Your Sunlit Outdoor Nook Into a Stylish Social Hub
Try these six expert tips to transform your warm east-facing balcony into a space that's perfect for seasonal hosting and long-term enjoyment
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Outdoor Uplighters Will Make Your Garden Look Way More Expensive — I've Found Some Highly-Rated Ones You Don't Need an Electrician to Install
This type of garden lighting is the underrated key to a beautiful and functional outdoor space — this is our favorite way to give yours some glow
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You Could Style Your Entire Outdoor Space in Just One Click With These Outdoor Dining Sets
Whether you're looking for an outdoor table with chairs to fit two, four, or more, you can always trust Livingetc to find the most stylish furniture
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3 Ways to Make Your Garden More 'Climate Resilient' — For a Space That Thrives Year-Round
Easy ideas to adopt to set your garden up for success, no matter the season
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10 Fence Line Landscaping Ideas — Contemporary and Classic Combinations for Beautiful Borders
Line boundaries with these plants, shrubs, and trees for a lush landscape that suits your space
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These Are the 5 Most Outdated Garden Trends That You'll Want to Avoid — The Experts Have Spoken
For a beautiful outdoor space that will stand the test of time, these are the trends the experts say you should be avoiding
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Your Choice of Outdoor Sofa Can Completely Change Your Space — Here's 6 Styles That Set the Right Tone
These outdoor garden sofas are so design-forward, you might even be tempted to style them indoors...
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16 Courtyard Gardens Ideas to Maximize Your Small Space and Inspire Your Dreamy Al Fresco Moments
There’s so much that can be done with these smaller garden plots, as these designs show — the experts share their best tips
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5 Ways to Soundproof a Garden — So You Can Enjoy Your Summer in Privacy
Expert tips and tricks to soundproof your outdoor space for ultimate relaxation vibes
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5 Simple Decor Swaps to Make to Your Garden This Weekend That Will Instantly Elevate the Space
Get rid of garden gnomes and worn-out string lights — designers say these easy outdoor decor switches will make all the difference
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Outdoor Bar Carts Will Be the Star of All the Best Summer Soirées — These Are My Top 4
For flexible entertaining, a bar cart is an easy way to elevate your hosting game this summer
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Wood vs Vinyl Fence — Which One Should You Use in Your Garden for Ultimate Privacy
Your fence is a vital part of your garden's design. Here's the material the experts think you should be using in your outdoor space
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Don't Fall Into the Trap of These Tacky and Dated Patio Furniture Buys — Here, Designers Share the Styles to Shop Instead
It's time to retire those brightly-colored plastic chairs and ugly buttoned upholstery...
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I've Been Looking for the Prettiest Pool Lounger — Here's the 3 Styles I'm Tossing Up This Season
They bring the durability, the comfort, and the style. All you have to do is relax
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10 Garden Lighting Ideas to Illuminate Your Outdoor Space in Style When the Sun Goes Down
From ambient glows to dramatic uplighting, discover ten creative ways to light every corner of your outdoor space
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How to Hide a Garden Hose — 5 Tips From Landscape Designers
Tired of letting your eyesore of a garden hose disrupt the ambiance of your backyard? Before ditching it, take a look at these five tips from landscape designers
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More Than Just A Pretty Fountain — 3 Ways to Use Water Features to Make Your Garden Feel More Private
Drown out the noise of nosy neighbors with the relaxing sounds of your privacy-making water feature
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Small Patio Ideas — 8 Clever Ways to Style Up Even the Tiniest of Outdoor Spaces
If you're dreaming of turning your small patio into a dream space the right combination of practical and creative ideas will help you max up its potential
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10 Garden Screening Ideas That Will Create Boundaries, Hide Eyesores, and Give You All the Privacy You Could Wish for
Whether you want privacy, different zones or a pretty property boundary, discover some attractive screening ideas that garden designers and landscapers suggest
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Why Do Fences Matter So Much in Feng Shui? Well, It's All About Your Garden's 'Energy'
Any Feng Shui practitioner worth their salt will tell you that fences can impact your home's energy. Here are 5 things to consider
