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I love rooftop gardens, but a rooftop lake? With boats and a bar? That's even more incredible. Londoners can see this green-tinted rooftop lake for themselves from July 21 – 24 on the roof of Selfridges London. Event designers Bompas & Parr have transformed over 4,300 square feet of the roof into an island and boating lake, in partnership with Truvia natural sweetener. Unfortunately, Read more
I've got Spring on my mind, so it's no wonder I'm finding outdoor inspiration all over the Internet right now. Take a look at five spaces that are making me catch my breath and scheme about plans for my backyard space! Read more
Inspired by how much you love our Friday Weekly Faves feature, we're expanding our coverage to include the exteriors of homes, gardens, or other special exterior spaces that equally inspire us. Take a look at the outdoor spaces that have been inspiring me this week! Read more
Inspired by how much you love our Friday Weekly Faves feature, we're expanding our coverage to include the exteriors of homes, gardens, or other special exterior spaces that equally inspire us. Take a look at the outdoor spaces that have been inspiring me this week! Read more
Mario Batali's latest cookbook stresses simple, straightforward cooking. — San Francisco Chronicle How the Obamas wield their political influence at the nation's top restaurant tables. — Los Angeles Times Conservationists are creating consumer demand for a top predator, lionfish. — Washington Post Three topping ideas to spice up tonight's tilapia. — Chicago Tribune Rooftop gardens are Read more
We've already explored the best budget-friendly items for Spring and shared our favorite preppy-cool pieces under 50 bucks — now we're getting ready for Spring's inevitable garden parties, rooftop get-togethers, and sunny-day barbecues in the park. We've rounded up 25 of our favorite party-ready pieces for the season ahead, all of which happen to clock in under $150. Click through to see and Read more
Nestled in a stretch of pristine coastal land in Mexico's Costalegre region, the revamped Las Alamandas Resort offers new perks including additional suites, an open air rooftop bar and lounge, art gallery, and updated tennis court. While the renovations include expansions, the resort still maintains a secluded and intimate setting, with seven villas and 16 suites to accommodate 42 guests at Read more
There's nothing like a well-designed green space to lift your spirits and help you to feel a part of nature. This is doubly so in urban spaces. This week I've found a garage-top garden, a lushly landscaped boat shop that seems straight out of My Neighbor Totoro, and many other lovely spaces. I hope you're inspired! Read more
Now more than ever, city dwellers are experimenting with the idea of creating a rural paradise on their urban block. From chicken coops in Brooklyn alleys to beehives on San Francisco rooftops, there are plenty of urban farmers across the country. Whether you're just experimenting with the idea of urban farming or dreaming of a country lifestyle, I've found plenty of gifts that should satisfy Read more
Here's a post from OnSugar blog City Period: The city is seldom the place someone might associate with gardens that produce food and bring color and beauty with flowers and plants. But the residents at the Charles Cobb apartments saw things differently when they decided to put a rooftop garden in the middle of skid row. After months of weeding and watering and nurturing, the first Read more
