Our backyard underwent a major transformation this summer. We added a sprawling deck to our backyard and furnishings and finally, built an outdoor fireplace ...

This year, we’re hosting Thanksgiving in our backyard. And this year, we’ve used our backyard more than ever. It took a pandemic to make that happen, but I’m so grateful we decided to see our backyard as an extension of our house years ago–it has certainly paid off. We learned what we wanted in our backyard/outdoor room by hosting with what we had in thirteen different types of backyards including rentals, condos and a few other houses we owned. Every yard had some pros and a bunch of cons…

Narragansett, Rhode Island was first surging in popularity as a summer resort town in 1887 when a Queen Anne Victorian home was built at the corner of Narragansett Avenue and Robinson Street. With stained-glass windows, ornate bargeboards, and a charming assortment of shingle styles, it was a turn-of-the-century dream home. Flash forward 130+ years and...

An outdoor fireplace with built-in firewood storage. When Stephen Mendel—co-owner of Australian furniture company Globe West—and his wife bought a rundown 1960s house in the Melbourne suburb of Caulfield, the design-savvy pair knew what they wanted. Experienced remodelers, they had previously worked with Bower Architecture, and turned to the designers to bring their program to life once again.

Browse outdoor decorating ideas and remodel inspiration, including unique landscapes, pools, porches, and patios to create your own outdoor living space.

Loving this small backyard garden with custom built in seating that embraces the stunning outdoor fireplace 😍 The key to small space design is leading the eye to a focal point to deter the sense of limited space. Minimising furniture by designing creative solutions for seating areas is another great space saver and where possible adding green on the ground such as a small patch of lawn always gives the illusion of more space 💚 Soul Project @jennifer_newell_design Landscape Design…

Create a cozy and inviting outdoor space with outdoor fireplace ideas that add warmth and style to your backyard. Choose from rustic stone designs, sleek modern fireplaces, or classic brick styles to match your aesthetic. Surround your fireplace with comfortable seating, like lounge chairs or outdoor sofas, and add cushions and throws for extra coziness.