4. Pair Plants and Fences. Plants and a fence work together to shield this front yard from outside eyes beautifully and practically. A pergola can be a decorative piece and a privacy element; here ...

Often, an 'out of sight, out of mind' mentality applies when it comes to our side yards. They tend to be long and thin, and ...

Creating a backyard you can relax in, free from prying eyes of neighbors or passersby, comes down to choosing the right features. Sure, you could build a great big wooden fence and be done with it ...

While we’ve looked at side yard ideas before, designers are constantly coming up with new ways to tap their potential. Here are some of the special touches found around the side of the house lately.

Elizabeth Burke and her husband, Ron Ferguson, moved three blocks from a single-story house in John's Landing neighborhood to a 1980 ranch in Southwest Portland almost three years ago.

Because your home is your castle, it's also the place where you want some privacy from prying eyes. Below are 7 ideas for increasing backyard privacy that can make your life a whole lot better ...

Our front yards set the scene for the rest of our homes – after all, first impressions count. But, not only can they add curb appeal, they can also be a means to create privacy, allowing your ...