A More Sustainable Lawn
The decision about how (and whether) to maintain a lawn has become much more nuanced as costs rise...
Posts about outdoor living
Pavers That Let Go
Greater eco-awareness, plus stormwater fees, have put permeable pavers on many homeowner wish...
Easy Outdoor Living at VISION House Austin
Sustainability at the forefront of outdoor space at the VISION House Austin. Sponsored Content
How to Make Your Garden Greener
Best practices in the garden include sustainable choices. Making eco-conscious landscaping choices...
Outdoor Living Preferences: Then and Now
COGNITION Smart Data tracks changes in homeowners’ outdoor living priorities. During the pandemic,...
One Solar Panel To Rule All My Landscape Lighting
For under $100, I installed a smart solar controller. It grabs excess energy from an existing panel...
Product Review: DIY Solar Pool Pump (Almost) Changes the Game
I replaced my high-powered pool pump with one of the new solar models. It’s incredibly quiet and...
Solar-Powered Landscape Lighting Needs an Eco-Makeover (and Fast)
Although inexpensive, these short-lived products are creating mountains of e-waste and...
Millennials Don’t Camp, They Glamp
The rise of luxury outdoor experiences like glamping is just one manifestation of millennials’...
Natural Sanctuary Spaces Top Homeowner Wish Lists
With a high level of interest in natural, back to earth lifestyles, homeowners continue to...
Hardscapes: Architectural Jewelry for Your Backyard Master Plan
What’s the best combination of vertical and horizontal elements for your backyard? Wood pergolas...
A Green Blueprint for Outdoor Living
A well-designed sustainable outdoor space starts at ground level. It implements durable materials,...
Record High Temperatures Influence Outdoor Living Trends
Summer is usually the time when people play outside as much as possible. But all-time heat records...