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14 Charming Ways to Upgrade Your Garden | Martha Stewart
We know there’s no shortage of “inspirational” gardening lists out there, but we still get excited when the editors at Martha Stewart notice our work. In their recent post 14 Charming Ways to Upgrade Your Garden (Beyond Adding Plants) two of our properties are noted for their use of sculptures, statues, and planters to create dramatic focal points. It’s true, these elements are practical and unique additions that can make your outdoor space ideal for entertaining and more..
Blade Receives Legend Award | Boston Design Guide
We’re honored to share that a Blade of Grass has been named a recipient of the Boston Design Guide Legend Award in celebration of BDG’s 30th Anniversary. The award recognizes firms whose long-standing work, partnerships, and contributions have helped shape the design community over time. For us, this recognition is a meaningful reflection of more than 20 years of collaboration with Boston Design Guide, as well as the trust of our clients, partners, and team. Check out our other recent landscape design awards.
Manicure vs. Natural Landscapes | Boston Design Guide
Boston Design Guide’s recent article, “Manicured vs. Natural Landscapes: Choosing the Landscape Style That Fits Your Life,” looks at how different landscape styles shape the feel and function of a home. We’re proud that a Blade of Grass is featured in the piece, contributing to the discussion around thoughtful, lifestyle-driven design. Read the full article on the BDG website for more insight.
62 Outdoor Kitchen Ideas | Architectural Digest
Architectural Digest’s roundup of outdoor kitchen ideas highlights spaces built for entertaining and strong indoor-outdoor flow. In feature #5, “Pizza oven paradise,” the magazine spotlights a project by a Blade of Grass and Beige & Bleu Design Studio, with the pizza oven serving as a natural gathering point. Read the full article to see how this project fits into AD’s broader collection of outdoor kitchen inspiration. If you’re looking for more inspiration, be sure to check out our outdoor dining design elements page as well.
Somerville Victorian Makeover | Boston Globe
In this recent Boston Globe feature, we were proud to contribute the landscape design and construction for a thoughtfully renovated 1874 Somerville Victorian, helping shape an exterior that feels more polished, cohesive, and true to the home’s character. The article places our work within the broader design-build team and highlights how the landscape supported the property’s overall transformation. Download the pdf.
Featured Wellesley Home “Let It Flow” | New England Home
Featured in the January 2026 issue of New England Home, this Wellesley property showcases how a once-fractured backyard was transformed into a cohesive sequence of outdoor rooms unified by stone terraces, layered plantings, and a thoughtfully scaled plunge pool. Designed by a Blade of Grass, the reimagined landscape integrates movement, structure, and year-round interest while preserving generous lawn space for the family. Read the full story to see how strategic grading, architectural continuity, and refined planting design brought lasting flow and purpose to this exceptional home.
12 Garden Edging Ideas to Keep Your Plantings Neat and Beautiful | Martha Stewart
We always enjoy seeing our work featured by Martha Stewart, especially when it highlights the smaller details that can make a landscape feel finished. In their recent article 12 Garden Edging Ideas to Keep Your Plantings Neat and Beautiful, three of our gardens are featured as examples of thoughtful edging. From a simple natural edge between lawn and planting beds to cobble pavers and a mix of stone and metal edging, each shows how the right border can define spaces, manage materials, and quietly bring structure to a garden.
Blade Wins Best of Houzz 2026 in Design | Houzz
Proud to announce that a Blade of Grass has been awarded “Best of Houzz 2026 in Design” from Houzz, our favorite web resource for landscape and home design. This award holds special meaning for us as we take great pride in the designs we create for our clients, and our commitment to excellent service. If you have a moment, check out our portfolios and featured articles on Houzz and be sure leave a comment or like. And don’t forget to see our other awards.
Landscape Design for Compact Spaces | Boston Design Guide
Explore how compact urban yards in the Boston area can be transformed into lush, livable retreats with purpose-driven design. In the blog post at Boston Design Guide, our design veteran Pete Cadieux walks through practical strategies including multi-functional elements, climate-tough plant selections, and integrated lighting, to maximize every square foot. He challenges property owners to view small outdoor spaces not as limitations but as creative opportunities. For premium landscape design and clear visions for tight sites, don’t miss this piece from our friends at BDG.
Wellesley Project Wins PRISM Silver Award for Best Design for Outdoor Living | Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston (BRAGB)
We’re thrilled to share that our recent “Wellesley Four-Season Escape” project has been recognized with a PRISM Silver Award for Best Design for Outdoor Living! A huge thank you to our incredible partners at New England Design and Construction – collaboration like this is what makes projects shine. The PRISM Awards recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of builders, remodelers, developers, project owners, architects, land planners, marketing and advertising firms, interior designers, and other professionals in the home building industry.