I've always loved the concept of having seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces - and a few weekends' worth of DIYs helped me ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening.

The much-anticipated part 2 of our DIY patio project is here! For those who asked for a continuation, this video continues the journey towards transforming your outdoor space. Follow along as we ...

An inviting alfresco living space can add major appeal to your home, especially if you tap into backyard patio ideas to truly transform your outdoor mojo. “The outdoor living rooms and dining rooms ...

Looking for fun DIY bamboo projects? Learn how you can add beauty to your patio or deck with this containerized water garden that has a bamboo fountain. For this containerized water garden we used a ...

A dreamy patio setup expands the functional footprint of your house by making an area akin to an outdoor living room. Work the appropriate patio cover ideas into your design scheme and that alfresco ...

Warm weather paves the way to more opportunities to enjoy fresh air. For homeowners who have the luxury of outdoor spaces, including private patios, now is the time to start thinking about projects to ...

Warm weather beckons us outside, but a dated or rusty patio door can quickly ruin the vibe of our outdoor oasis. If you’re looking to give your patio space a refresh then perhaps it’s time to consider ...

Summer has a sneaky way of making the garden feel endless. Then one afternoon arrives when dinner somehow needs to happen ...