Everyone needs a spot to sit and stay a while—all the better if it's tucked away in a tidy little garden. It's a good idea to design your sitting area around the purpose(s) of the area, whether it be ...

If your outdoor space is all sun with little relief, take some inspiration from these cool backyard shade ideas.

Turn a narrow or compact yard into a custom-looking garden with built-in bench planters, cohesive containers, gravel corners and simple DIY accents. Sandra Teddy Getty Images You finally have a yard.

If you’re not ready to tackle a total DIY project, there’s another option. At about eight feet long, this modular outdoor kitchen fits nicely in a small yard. It comes with a sink, faucet, countertop ...

With the weather heating up, many people are looking for a fun and relaxing day in the water, which might mean planning a ...

Carrie Locklyn and her husband were shocked by pool quotes ranging from $70,000 to $125,000 for their backyard ...

For many homeowners, the backyard has become an extension of the home, a place for morning coffee, family meals and time with friends. Yet once temperatures begin to drop, patios, decks and outdoor ...