As a landscape architect, I approach a design in much the same way as an artist approaches the commission of a portrait. Like the painter, I must get to know the subject intimately before the design ...

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A backyard pool and landscaping project by Ellie Redders Outdoor Living. Four years ago, Ellie Redders undertook an ambitious overhaul of her backyard in Wildwood. She installed a sport court, a fire ...

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A lush front yard created by Blythe Yost, landscape-design start-up Tilly's head designer. Photo courtesy of Tilly The Local newsletter is your free, daily guide to life in Colorado. For locals, by ...

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