It'd take a very good eye to tell these budget backyard patio ideas apart from pricier looks. That's because exterior design doesn't have to be expensive. You just need to know where to look for ...

The right patio floor will elevate your outdoor space. Choose a material that suits the style of your home, the local climate, your budget, and how much maintenance you are willing to do. From pea ...

We're lucky here in metro Phoenix: We can use our patios and balconies practically year-round, enjoying the outdoors and expanding our homes' livable space. Whether you have a spacious patio or a cozy ...

If you ask any interior designer or landscaping architect what the secret is to an elevated space, they’ll most likely bring up the concept of contrast. It’s the seamless fusion of light and dark, ...

Now that spring is here and summer is around the corner, it’s time to get ready for warmer weather. Some lucky folks have the space for a large patio, pool or sport court — but others just don’t have ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 69th installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary about renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first one here. They also blog at ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're looking to perk up your patio, one of the most impactful changes you can make is incorporating some new lighting. Unfortunately, ...

Spring is upon those of us in the Northern hemisphere (even if it doesn't feel like it), and if we're lucky enough to have an outdoor space, we're probably thinking about sprucing it up. But whether ...

Are you looking for ideas to update your patio or backyard while the temperature still allows for spending time outdoors? Local experts can help. "Our patio spaces are an extension of our houses in ...