Yard Ideas & Inspiration

From lightweight metal bowls that set up anywhere to fixed masonry wells that are a gather-round feature on a patio or a patch of grass, fire pits extend the outdoor-living season in style. Here’s how to choose one for your own space.

The TOH Beach House features multiple spaces for outdoor living, each with its own distinct look and all easily accessed from inside. With plenty of colorful, coastal-inspired furnishings and accessories, we’ve created unique spaces from the front porch to the backyard, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and dining. Let’s take a stroll

Terraced areas and added plantings that go with the flow in a welcoming family retreat

Get ready for a summer of big fun with these oversized DIY yard game projects that are sure to be a hit with your family.

If you're planning an outdoor get-together, you have a lot of work ahead. Thankfully we can help you sort through your list. Read our step-by-step guide to learn the best ways to assemble guest lists, choose the right music, and more.

Rubs, sauces, relishes, and bastes are essential additions that give grilled food its character, personality, and soul

Check out this comprehensive guide to installing and maintaining water features in your yard, from ponds to pools.

Explore these 7 unique shed designs using LP® Outdoor Building Solutions and find inspiration for your outdoor space.

Sculptural shrubs, verdant groundcovers, and dappled sunlight create the magic in this canyon-hugging property in Los Angeles.

Here's how an ordinary suburban lot became a nature playground for kid and adults alike—with ideas anyone can use

See how these unbelievable front yard transformations reveal the power of paint, plantings, and facade face-lifts.

You won't tire of these creative ideas after a season spent in your hideaway

Treehouses have come a long way since your childhood. Explore our curated list of amazing treehouses from around the world.

A leaf-covered patio gets a romantic upgrade with vintage furniture, mood lighting, and a party-ready trestle table.

Recapture the childhood excitement of seeing fireflies at night by creating the perfect environment for these glow bugs to thrive.

Transform a patch of green into an outdoor destination with these fresh upgrades

Follow this hosting checklist to create a fun, safe Fourth of July celebration for all ages. Get tips on grilling and fireworks.

Get more use out of your backyard spaces and stay comfortable when it's hot outside with these simple backyard shade ideas.

Check out these smart, budget-friendly tricks to create your own backyard greenhouse with salvaged materials.

Check out these seven easy DIY ways to squeeze more style and functionality into your small outdoor space.

Learn new ways to give your backyard some privacy along with a splash of style by using our in-depth list of privacy screen upgrades.

In this guide, we'll show you 11 simple ways to use outdoor seating to create a more relaxing, welcoming space.

A revamped facade and lush border plantings deliver street-side charm.

Think outside the standard wood platform with smart design ideas for a range of settings and budgets

Built-in BBQ pits can transform your outdoor living space. Read our guide to learn everything you need to know before installing one.

Here are a handful of ways to create a more beautiful and relaxing outdoor space.

Use these creative upgrades to elevate your outdoor rooms, porches, patios, and decks for relaxing and entertaining.

Create a backyard refuge of your own with inspiration from our favorite outbuildings and sheds

Living luxuriously among the leaves has never been so accessible

If you love entertaining in your backyard, you'll need to make sure it's ready for guests come summer. Here are 18 ways to prep your backyard for an outdoor party.

Set out a daybed, weather-resistant cushions, or one of our other finds, and in a short time you'll have the ultimate staycation escape.

Set your summer grilling season up for success with these helpful tools and tricks to clean, maintain, and cook with your grill.