Kelly has over 10 years of experience writing about home design and improvement for many prominent publications. She also spent several years working at a tech startup for an interior design game ...

A well-kept sidewalk garden increases the value of your home. It is the first element that greets a visitor and an unkempt sidewalk speaks volumes, even if high walls or fences separate it from the ...

Rounds of logs represent an excellent choice over concrete pavers when you're creating a garden path, though they aren't the best option in every scenario.

The tree in front of my house is surrounded with scraggly bricks and weeds. It looks quite neglected and I’d like to do something to make it look a bit more attractive. Are there city rules for this?

The presence or absence of sidewalks is a point of contention among suburban and rural communities. Older cities like Waukesha and Oconomowoc view sidewalks as essential for safety, walkability, and ...