Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Trying to keep a backyard lawn tidy takes time and energy. If you want to spend more time enjoying your outdoor space rather than maintaining it, it may be time to find lawn alternatives. You can ...

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This week, The Wall Street Journal’s Mansion section is rolling out stories from our special desert living issue. Check out stories like this one on homeowners designing properties to beat the heat ...