You selected a patch of the backyard that would be perfect as an outdoor living pad. But before you roll out the barbecue and lounge chairs, plot out how you’ll walk from your home to your newfound ...

When it comes to landscape design, pea gravel offers an aesthetically pleasing alternative to standard mulch. Its natural color scheme and smooth texture complement many landscape features such as ...

Gravel grids, also called plastic permeable pavers, are designed to effectively keep gravel in place on driveways and paths. They are both durable and tough. Strong enough, in fact, to support weights ...

Whether you take on the task yourself or hire professionals, installing a paver patio is no easy feat. From leveling the paver base to placing the stones, it’s a long, often expensive process that can ...

If you ask any interior designer or landscaping architect what the secret is to an elevated space, they’ll most likely bring up the concept of contrast. It’s the seamless fusion of light and dark, ...

When it comes to designing an outdoor living space, homeowners have plenty of choices to consider. Will the area serve as a place for outdoor dining, a cozy gathering spot, or even a peaceful, ...

This elegant gravel patio from @distinctivedesignnj features pea gravel and is surrounded by rows of formal hedges. The blooms, greenery and bordering grass give the patio an elevated look that would ...

For a landscaping update that can add curb appeal, help limit stormwater runoff and prevent pollution, a growing number of homeowners are installing permeable driveways. Permeable paving lets water ...

We’ve gotten so many “professional” opinions that our heads are spinning. We want to redo a driveway with pavers or stone. Should we set them in concrete? Proponents of this method say that it’s more ...