Outdoor Living

  • 225-Square-Foot Courtyard Sanctuary

    225-Square-Foot Courtyard Sanctuary

    Designer Mazen El-Abdallah wanted an outdoor living area with a gigantic sofa to lie on, a great dining space to host friends and a place to barbecue. Could this be done in a 225-square-foot courtyard? See how he transformed this small space into a private […]

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  • How to Dress Up a Patio with Deck Tiles

    How to Dress Up a Patio with Deck Tiles

    If you don’t care for your concrete patio and prefer to have a deck instead, you don’t have to spend a lot of time and money on a renovation. Learn how to dress up a patio with deck tiles in this Wayfair.com video: It’s easy […]

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  • Downtown Condo Balcony Makeover

    Downtown Condo Balcony Makeover

    If you live in an urban condo, you may have a balcony that has a lot of glass and concrete and lacks character. Designer Joel Bray turned his downtown condo balcony into an urban garden. See the results of the makeover in this House & […]

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  • Backyard Country Oasis in the Suburbs

    Backyard Country Oasis in the Suburbs

    This suburban backyard was transformed into a country oasis by creating different zones or outdoor rooms. The upper dining space, sunken lounge, pool and patio area and fire pit nook, together with the carefully selected low-maintenance plants, are conducive to relaxed outdoor living. Take the […]

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  • How to Design a Screened-In Space

    How to Design a Screened-In Space

    An enclosed porch presents the best of both worlds – indoor comfort plus protection from outdoor elements. Learn how to design a screened-in space in this video by Better Homes and Gardens: With the following creative ideas, you can transform an indoor porch into an […]

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  • City Backyard Refresh

    City Backyard Refresh

    This city backyard has a cool modern feel with a nice mix of materials, including a tree and a patch of grass. All it needed was a thorough cleaning and new plants and accessories to make it entertainment-ready. See the results of the refresh of […]

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  • How to Arrange Your Outdoor Furniture

    How to Arrange Your Outdoor Furniture

    It’s important to arrange your outdoor space to make sure there’s enough seating for everyone when you’re entertaining family and friends. Learn how to arrange your outdoor furniture in this video by Wayfair.com: Your outdoor space should be an extension of your living room – […]

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  • Small Balcony Decorating Ideas

    Small Balcony Decorating Ideas

    Is your outdoor space restricted to a small balcony? With the addition of a few plants and some space-saving accessories, you can create your own private oasis. Get inspiration from the decorating ideas presented in this video by Grig Stamate:

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  • Creative Outdoor Seating Design Ideas

    Creative Outdoor Seating Design Ideas

    Think beyond the typical sectionals on patios or decks and get inspiration for beautiful outdoor seating areas in garden and pondside setting with the creative design ideas in this video by Grig Stamate:

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