Gardenista

By Michele Slatalla,

Book cover of Gardenista: The Definitive Guide to Stylish Outdoor Spaces

Book description

Our homes' outdoor spaces can and should be as welcoming and carefully considered as our living rooms; when treated as extensions of our homes, these spaces enrich our lives immeasurably. That was the guiding principle when, under the direction of editor in chief Michelle Slatalla (whose New York Times style…

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2 authors picked Gardenista as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

We love a garden book that works hard as a guide, and this book does just that!

It’s a handbook that feels like a trusted magazine with real-life garden tours and lifestyle tips such as “Steal This Look” (our fave!) for everything from stone and ironwork to plants and water features. We couldn’t appreciate more the way an author can break down a garden’s style and feel and help us replicate that look we love at home.

Gardenista is a go-to when we want a design refresh!

From Isa and Jennifer's list on inspiring you to design your dream garden.

If you’re a fan already of Remodelista you will fall in love with this gorgeous sister that is all about the outdoors. The editors are brilliant at enticing you with easy projects and helping you see your backyard with brand new eyes. I am a list lover and Gardenista is filled with luscious ones. Start with 13 garden tours, hand-picked by the authors, each of which represent a unique plan, design, and palette. Then, jump into Eight Creative Ways to Get More from Your Garden and consider a chicken coop, outdoor shower, glamping spaces or an eat-in kitchen garden. This…

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