While a dead courtyard? Is little more than an expensive sandpit (or, more likely, a ritzy public bathroom for cats). My mate* Christopher Alexander gives us some advice in A Pattern Language: * I don ...

The courtyard is in the middle of the house, known as 'Thotti Mane' in Kannada, harmonising with the surroundings and serving as a central gathering place for family and friends. If you have a small ...

Where are these small spaces? They include sundecks, patios, decks, balconies, rooftops, and courtyards for both residential and commercial locations such as professional offices and restaurants.

I am constantly on the lookout for the best plants for a courtyard garden as I have a small courtyard garden myself. It's a beautifully private outdoor space, with a mix of sun and shade areas ...

Costa is visiting a retirement village in Sydney’s inner-west. Margaret (88) and Ron (90) have packed their courtyard with pots and pots of colourful bromeliads, quirky cacti, and all sorts of ...

AT Wheldon the two small courtyards, asphyxiated by its tall surroundings and dark-toned materials, were unable to hold any kind of life or activity. They were treated as dumpsters and were barely ...

Charles Correa Traditionally, courtyards have always been an integral part of our homes and public buildings not only in India but across the globe. May it be the small courtyard houses in Kerala or ...