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Outdoor Living

Maximalism Is Still Thriving. Just Check out This Bright, Sunny (and Affordable) Patio

Celebrity interior designer Breegan Jane redid her patio with layers upon layers without maxing out her budget.

June 22, 2022

June 24, 2022

Home Tours

Two Sisters Transformed Their Family Vineyard into the Home of Their Dreams

A second-generation vintner and her half-sister, both interior designers, put their heads together to build a home on a Napa vineyard with deep, sentimental roots—and views for days.

June 15, 2022

June 16, 2022

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Outdoor Living

Take It Outside: Waterproof Bean Bag Chairs Are the Ultimate Outdoor Loungers

Lazy summer days deserve the laziest chair there ever was, a glorified, weatherized bean bag chair built for lounging, floating, and staying supine in the sun.

June 14, 2022

June 21, 2022

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Decorating & Design

You Can Turn Your Neglected Garage into a Party Pavilion. Here’s How to Do It

When a Pasadena couple wanted to transform an old garage into stylish place to host friends—and watch baseball games—designer Liza Reyes stepped up to the plate.

May 27, 2022

June 1, 2022

Extend Your Living Space

Garden Basics

How to Easily Transform Your Garden on a Budget

A new book by Kier Holmes gives great tips on how to “garden smartly” while saving big.

May 16, 2022

May 28, 2022

Landscaping

The Best Ways to Light Your Garden at Night

Lighting your backyard can create drama, safe spaces, and even a feeling of romance—just use these tips.

April 25, 2022

May 4, 2022

Landscaping

How to Plant a Meadow Garden—Even in the City

A meadow can be in a front yard, backyard, on a hillside, even in urban areas. Here are the tips you need to plant one at home.

January 20, 2022

January 24, 2022

Home & Garden

Make Your Patio Furniture Last a Lifetime with These Tips and Tricks

From teak to wicker to light-weight aluminum, outdoor furniture comes with different levels of care.

August 4, 2021

January 28, 2022

Landscaping

This Landscape Designer Creates Enduring Gardens Full of Childlike Wonder

Landscape designer Molly Sedlacek draws on Oregon and California influences to create gardens that evoke childlike wonder and a sense of discovery.

September 29, 2021

Outdoor Living

Ravens, Bobcats, Deer, Oh My! A Suburban Backyard Turns Into a Wildlife Oasis

This Los Angeles backyard wildlife habitat attracted Western screech owls, turkey vultures, bobcats, a large tarantula, and a pregnant squirrel named Ms. Bonita.

November 12, 2021

Beyond the Lawn

Outdoor Living

Installing an Outdoor Shower Is Easier Than You Think. We’ve Got the Ultimate Guide

You want an outdoor shower, but have you thought of everything you need? Three design experts weigh in.

May 26, 2022

May 27, 2022

Outdoor Living

Your Pool Toys End up in Landfills. These Options Are Way More Sustainable.

These beach and pool accessories are built to last.

June 1, 2022

Landscaping

You Don’t Need a Big Pool. This Perfect Little Garden Proves Why.

A small Los Angeles garden has everything one needs for the perfect spring hang.

March 23, 2022

March 31, 2022

Outdoor Living

Give Your Backyard a Glow-up with Lawn Games That Actually Look Good

Up your summer entertaining game with grownup versions of your favorite backyard games and activities.

April 15, 2022

April 19, 2022

Outdoor Living

A Fresh Outdoor Space Starts with a Lick of This White Paint

This Arizona Courtyard Will Make You Want to Spend All Day Outside

Steal the Casual, Sunny Look of this Outdoor Dining Room in Tiburon

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The Latest From Sunset

Maximalism Is Still Thriving. Just Check out This Bright, Sunny (and Affordable) Patio

Two Sisters Transformed Their Family Vineyard into the Home of Their Dreams

Take It Outside: Waterproof Bean Bag Chairs Are the Ultimate Outdoor Loungers

You Can Turn Your Neglected Garage into a Party Pavilion. Here’s How to Do It

Extend Your Living Space

How to Easily Transform Your Garden on a Budget

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How to Plant a Meadow Garden—Even in the City

Make Your Patio Furniture Last a Lifetime with These Tips and Tricks

This Landscape Designer Creates Enduring Gardens Full of Childlike Wonder

Ravens, Bobcats, Deer, Oh My! A Suburban Backyard Turns Into a Wildlife Oasis

Beyond the Lawn

Installing an Outdoor Shower Is Easier Than You Think. We’ve Got the Ultimate Guide

Your Pool Toys End up in Landfills. These Options Are Way More Sustainable.

You Don’t Need a Big Pool. This Perfect Little Garden Proves Why.

Give Your Backyard a Glow-up with Lawn Games That Actually Look Good

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