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A mid-century modern Palo Alto home with floor-to-ceiling glass opening onto a concrete patio beneath a heritage oak
Bay Area Outdoor Living

Palo Alto and Menlo Park Backyards: Heritage Trees and Tight Lots

Palo Alto and Menlo Park backyards come with heritage tree ordinances, narrow lot access, and mid-century architecture. How to design a yard that navigates all three.

8 min read
A terraced hillside Los Gatos backyard with stacked-stone retaining walls, native oaks, and a pergola-shaded patio
Bay Area Outdoor Living

Backyard Remodeling in Los Gatos: Terrain, Trees and Design

Los Gatos backyards present unique challenges: hillside terrain, protected trees, and fire-safety requirements. How to design a yard that works with the land.

7 min read