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hardscape

American  
[hahrd-skayp] / ˈhɑrdˌskeɪp /

noun

  1. the manmade part of the grounds surrounding a building, as paved areas or statues.


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Tipped off by art world connections, Horvitz collected concrete detritus to serve as garden hardscape.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 4, 2025

Anything that can burn should be cleared from this area and replaced with hardscape such as gravel or cement.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 12, 2025

Many neighborhoods have precious few trees to protect residents from heat soaked up by the urban hardscape.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2023

Popular types for hardscape features include slate, granite, limestone, sandstone and bluestone.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 16, 2023

A natural stone hardscape is another weapon against draught conditions.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 16, 2023

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