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Rapid Reference — Hardscapes

A Hard Back Yard
Cedar Run Landscaping Co. transforms a challenging space into a functional, relaxing getaway for a Virginia family.
by Sarah Landicho

Water Play
Koch Landscape Architecture explores the use of stormwater as art in the rooftop garden of a Portland, OR, apartment complex.
by Sarah Landicho

Walking the Hard Line
Choosing the best materials for a hardscape project takes careful consideration. But with so many options, the possibilities are boundless.
by Monique Papazian Allen

The Forgotten Feature
Often overlooked, hardscape plays an important role in the design of a residential landscape.
by Dan Lee Gaul

A Texas-Size Project
Ingenuity and hard work went into rebuilding a Houston landscape from the pool up.
by Sarah Landicho

A Concrete Case
The latest hardscape designs have some contractors — and their clients — collecting stamps.
by Ellen McDonald

What’s Old is New
Whether the paving bricks are clay or concrete, products that are new — but look old — are increasing in popularity.
by Bill Grabarek

Back Yard Beauty
Today’s trends in decking range from natural woods to composite materials — and a couple other amenities to dress things up.
by Michelle Vallet

The Hardscape Facts
From decorative pavers to planting walls and gazebos, today’s residential landscapes are proving it’s hard to escape the hardscape.
by John Heidemann

Up Against A Wall
Understanding retaining wall design and construction can help designers create a long-lasting, beautiful combination of structure and function.
by Bruce Zaretsky