Garden
Visiting Mara’s Garden
In the autumn, the glowing colors and strong geometry of an Arts & Crafts garden come into their own, accented by compatible containers.
No Stone Left Unturned
Perched above an abandoned granite quarry, this garden has rock sculptures and perennials, vegetables and a place to meditate.
Garden on the Bay: Cascading Movement & Focal Points
Belvedere Island is situated between Sausalito and Tiburon on San Francisco Bay. This house was built as an open-air retreat in 1912 by Dr. Florence Nightingale Ward, the pioneering physician and close friend of architect Julia Morgan (who may have contributed to its design).
Garden Edging for Maintenance & Ornament
A staple of English Arts & Crafts gardens, edging has practical as well as historical appeal. From buried barriers to iron and stone, edging remains a practical and often ornamental staple in the garden.
Bones of the Winter Garden
A strong underlying architecture is important when the garden goes minimalist for the winter.
A Collaboration with Nature
The owner of an iconic Arts & Crafts house in Hastings-on-Hudson rids the old property of nuisance plants.
Outdoor Furniture & Ornament
Here’s a specialized list of period-inspired and contemporary porch and patio furniture, ornaments, fences and trellises, gazebos and conservatories, pavers and stone. Find products and manufacturers who will help you live in the garden, whether you have a Craftsman Bungalow or a new house with Arts & Crafts spirit.
Magical Garden for a 1929 Spanish Colonial Revival
In Altadena, a blue granite castle is a landmark restored. With mature gardens surrounding the house, it’s an eclectic whimsy.