And while in the past settling for concrete's non-temperamental advantages meant potentially compromising on style and design ...

"Pairing concrete with warm, natural materials creates a balanced aesthetic," says Nahal Sohbati, landscape designer at Topophyla. Wicker and rattan are often weather-resistant, too, making them a ...

is actually concrete! The slabs, called Bridgewood Slab ... to incorporate the natural texture of wood into your backyard ...