Landscaping

How to Build Patios, Walkways, and Driveways

23 articles and videos with the details you need to build sturdy and attractive landscape features out of brick, concrete, stone, and more.
Podcast Episode 176: When Are Compromises on Quality Materials Worth the Savings?

The Fine Homebuilding editors swap stories about some of their own spring projects before–among other things–debating the pros and cons of affordable alternatives to fine home-building products.
Podcast Episode 143: Get Rid of That Scary Knob-and-Tube Wiring

The pitfalls of old house wiring, rotting retaining walls, and poorly installed shingle siding
A Study in Garden Contrasts

Contrasting steel and concrete set up a dynamic and visually compelling space.
Sunken Outdoor Living Room

A roaring fire and outdoor lighting in the trees create a magical setting for gathering all year around.
Mid-Century Pavers

This home was built from a Better Homes and Garden plan in 1962
Provocative Metal Planters

Clean lines and bold edges are common threads throughout this eye-catching collection of modern garden containers.
Saving a Stone Foundation

Dry the soil next to the foundation to prevent or slow further erosion.
Garden Bridge / Path

This pathway starts on level ground and then becomes an elevated walk through beautiful lush plantings.
The Groundwork of Landscape Design

A professional landscape designer offers advice for every phase of the process, from grading to lighting.

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