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 ...

Spring is the time of year when we like to get our yards spruced up for upcoming barbecues and outdoor gatherings. Besides working on the landscaping, you may want to consider some backyard ...

Inviting people to your home for a backyard hang seems like a good idea — until you actually survey your outdoor space and realize it’s definitely not ready for summer entertaining. Maybe you don’t ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home devices are not just for the inside of your house — they can also enhance outdoor spaces. Whether you have a backyard, patio, or ...

You can create a fun ambiance by adding fun lighting, like string lights and solar-powered garden lights For a designated seating area, you can create a pea gravel patio. Not everyone has the time and ...

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If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. It doesn't ...