Outdoor Living Areas and Decorating Tips

20 Tips for Your Best Outdoor Party

In the West, we can hike in January, picnic in March, and even celebrate Thanksgiving—at least partly—outdoors. Here are our ideas for year-round entertaining outside

October 11, 2010

Outdoor Living

This San Francisco Cottage Has Seriously Cool Outdoor Features

Inspired by the surf and ties to their past, a family carves out a sweet life in a cozy San Francisco cottage

February 4, 2019

March 21, 2019

Home Tours

Inside a Gorgeous, Light-Filled Cottage Tucked Into an Echo Park Backyard

With skylights and its own courtyard, this one-bedroom cottage is actually an Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU

December 9, 2019

December 30, 2019

Home Tours

Every Single Room in This Seattle Home Has a Stunning Garden View

It's easy to see why the architect nicknamed this remodel project “The Garden House”

November 26, 2019

December 4, 2019

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Home & Garden

This Mid-Century Home’s Revamped Yard Has a Pool, an Outdoor Dining Area, and Kid-Friendly Features

This Castro Valley, California, Eichler gem's upgrades make it safe for the whole family

December 2, 2019

Food & Drink

7 Best Citrus Trees to Grow

When life gives you lemons, do what one Orange County couple does: Make Meyer lemonade for the neighbors

January 6, 2011

November 6, 2019

Parties & Menus

How to Throw a Stunning Autumn Outdoor Gathering

Grab your squad, forage natural decor, and enjoy fall bounty at its finest. Find tips and tricks for throwing the ultimate moody harvest feast

October 19, 2018

November 4, 2019

Outdoor Living

4 Practical Serving Pieces for Outdoor Parties

Transition from indoors to out with melamine dinner plates, shatterproof wine glasses, and more worry-free serving essentials

June 14, 2018

October 22, 2019

Outdoor Living

10 Ways to Create Hygge in Your Yard Year-Round

Make your outdoor space embody the essence of hygge—you know, that warm, cozy feeling of home—in the cool season and beyond

September 14, 2018

November 13, 2019

Outdoor Living

Get Your Yard Cozy for the Cool Season with These Ideas for Firepits

Fire up your backyard for outdoor living with these stylish ideas for firepits

October 11, 2012

December 2, 2019

Outdoor Living

Light Up Your Life With These Bright Ideas for Outdoor Lighting

Candles, hanging lanterns, chandeliers, and string lights to add magic to evenings outside

July 8, 2009

August 31, 2019

22 Ideas for Outdoor Furniture

Add stylish chairs, tables, and lounges to your backyard

April 9, 2015

May 22, 2019