BACKYARD

From waterless landscapes to eco-friendly designs and building your raised-bed garden this year.

Kim Brannock at work in her prefab home office. / Photo by Dina Avila

A Small Space of One's Own

7/1/2012 Home is where the heart is, yet sometimes the heart needs creative separation from the home. Oregonians are increasingly making the split between the house and workspace with detached microstructures. ... Read more>>

This project, done by Artisan Outdoor Living, brought together a pool, a rocked fire pit, a cabana and an outdoor kitchen.

Creating an Outdoor Oasis

7/1/2010 As the days lengthen and the temperatures warm, there’s nothing nicer than getting home and kicking back in your outdoor room. Whether you have $500, $5,000 or $30,000, you can create a summertime ... Read more>>

Vegetable and flowers in Chauncey Freeman s garden in Junction City. /
Photo by Robin Bachtler Cushman

A Tale of Two Gardens

4/1/2010 One Willamette Valley flower garden. One vegetable garden in the Valley. Though the appeal and missions of these settings are completely different, they share the beauty and the best practices of hobby ... Read more>>

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