Design — and the desire for more space — turns humble garages into gracious living rooms

New project for a new year: Lose the turfgrass for energy savings, wildlife friendliness and lower maintenance

Wondering whether a turf lawn is the best use of your outdoor space? These homeowners did, and they found creative alternatives

End the turf war for good with hardscaping, native grasses and ground covers that save water and are easier to maintain

Consider the joys of an irregularly trimmed meadow lawn: It’s ecofriendly, visually interesting and still good for romping

How they did it: Homeowners create a plan, stick to it and keep the neighbors (and wildlife) in mind

Ditch the mower and lower your water bill while creating a feast for the eyes with diverse plantings and gathering places

New state rules will effectively limit turfgrass to 25 percent of the landscape in most new and renovated yards

Work less, help the environment and foster connections by just saying no to typical turf

Many facing a drought are swapping turf for less thirsty plantings. If you’re one of them, we’d like to hear about it