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Dear James: We bought a lot with many trees for our new house. What precautions should our contractor take so trees near the house are not damaged during construction?—Diane K. Dear Diane: Obviously, some of the trees will have to be…

Lafayette, California Located near San Francisco in the Happy Valley neighborhood of Lafayette, California, Happy Valley House by Robert Swatt of Swatt | Miers Architects for Jeffrey Lee uses existing nature and the…

The best way to make the most of a large shaded area under a tree is to add a bench where you can sit and unwind. Plant a few bushes or flowers that thrive in shady areas, and you'll make a perfect reading nook in the…