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Glean from homeowners, designers, builders and architects as they share their expert insight on the style. Their stories of house hunting and renovation are sure to inspire.

MOTHER NATURE IS ALWAYS RIGHT

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LANDSCAPE DESIGN MISTAKES YOU MIGHT BE MAKING • Thoughtful planning, appropriate plant choices, and an eye toward long-term growth ensure that the landscape complements the home—not competes with it.

LET IT GLOW • These outdoor lighting picks add style and ambiance.

THE SMART GARDEN, GROWN UP • What Homeowners Need to Know for 2026

ARCHITECTURAL POTTERY • Immersed in postwar optimism, this innovative ceramic company reimagined planter and garden sculpture, radically embracing the future of design.

PATIO PERFECTION • These finds add fun elevated style to your outdoors.

HANGING PLANTERS • These finds create a lush garden no matter the size of your room or patio.

CACTUS STUD • How one couple heeded the calling for a new enterprise that doubled down on their design passions.

WOODSY WONDER • Following an exhaustive search, these mid-century enthusiasts have worked to create a purist’s paradise.

POOL WITH A VIEW • A reimagined landscape design emphasizing outdoor living and entertaining spaces enhances Mid-Century Modern architectural updates on this McLean, Virginia home originally built in 1957.

VIRTUAL WORLD OF A DIFFERENCE • A digital art savvy couple in Southern California remodeled their Eichler home by first building out its interiors and landscaping using virtual reality.

MAKING MID CENTURY MODERN • A reimagined exterior and landscape design return this 1970s build to its roots while adding sleek and family-friendly features.

A FOUND TREASURE • A creative couple takes on the task of renovating an abandoned 1950s home, combining careful updates and restoration to make the house shine once again.

BUILDING A HAVEN • How this mid-century California property became a beautiful and necessary home away from home.

FULL CIRCLE • This Palms Springs Condo proves you don’t need expansive property to create a chic outdoor escape.

GARRETT ECKBO • Making of the Modern Landscape

MODERN GARDENS MADE SIMPLE • Your recipe for creating the classic mid-century style backyard.

TRENDING: SOFT MODERNISM • This style emphasizes lush flow and simple naturalism.

MODERN POOL DESIGN IDEAS • Make a splash with these elements for a standout pool.

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CURB APPEALING • It only takes a few small elements to create a warm, welcoming and interesting exterior.