Black and white checkered tiles look great indoors (see: this bathroom, this kitchen, and this other kitchen for proof), but they can elevate outdoor spaces, too. Hello, bistro-inspired balconies and ...

Whether you’re planning a summer bash or just hoping to unwind with your favorite summer cocktail in your garden, get your backyard summer-ready with outdoor ideas that will make your neighbors green ...

As summer approaches, many homeowners are keen to transform their backyard into an inviting space for relaxing and socializing. But placing waterproof seating and a grill outside isn’t the best way to ...

This 1953 cottage’s screened-in porch was a selling point for the home, but its looks left a lot to be desired. Credit: Emily Majeski Credit: Emily Majeski "When I moved here, the floor was covered ...

RENOVATION PHASE I: Lynn Pyke and Terri Santa Coloma knew 13 years ago when they bought their two-story Arts and Crafts home on Octavia Street that the house needed a generous rear porch to make it ...

We’ve got the cure for wet weather’s lingering wrath: a weekend porch makeover. Landscape architect Joann Schwarberg, of Mission Hills, Kan., led us through a weekend action plan for transforming our ...

A DESIGN expert has revealed how to give backyards a stylish makeover that maximizes even the smallest space. She said transforming a patio or outdoor space requires “careful planning” to ensure you ...

Patio furniture takes a beating - especially when its owners don't have space to store it inside a garage or basement during the winter. But thanks to By the Yard outdoor furniture, homeowners now ...

This home’s existing decking and railing was in in poor condition, but the pressure-treated structure holding it up was still sound. There’s no need to tear down the entire deck when adding new ...

A BACKYARD is looking better than ever after a glow-up from its owner. They said the DIY patio is what made all the difference to their home renovation. Redditor Trillva posted pictures of the upgrade ...

A DIY fan has taken the unusual step of redecorating her yard. She gave her front steps and patio a makeover with some "gauntlet gray." The whole process was actually really easy, she said. By the ...