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Anger, Love, Sorrow, Comfort, Confusion, Strength, Memories, Safety, Tears, Acceptance. These words are carved into stepping-stones that lead to a welcoming new garden at The Children's Room in Arlington Massachusetts, where grieving children and teens who have lost a family member can find comfort and support. Eileen Michaels, owner of A Yard & A Half, donated her services for the garden project because she believes in that mission. Read the full artlicle published in Design New England.

The Waltham Daily News Tribune recently published an article acknowledging A Yard & A Half’s donation in building the master plan for The Children’s Room in Arlington a non-profit group dedicated to helping kids and teens deal with their grief after losing a parent or sibling.

Our three-tier koi pond with 2 waterfalls adjacent a bluestone terrace and seating wall was recently featured in Landscape Design and Build Magazine and The Boston Globe Magazine.
Design by: Christie Dustman

Using peastone to reduce water run-off this path from the drive leading to the front entrance was illustrated in Organic Gardening Magazine and Julie Messervy’s new book Home Outside.
Design by: Barbara Popolow

Small spaces don’t have to be dull spaces. This deck planting was, also featured in the new book Home Outside.
Design by: Koletta Kaspar