Whether you are looking to host friends and family outside or you want to create a quiet retreat for yourself, with a few smart design tricks, you can transform your small patio into an outdoor oasis ...

Just because your patio is petite doesn’t mean you can’t decorate it in a beautiful, welcoming way. Smart design solutions, such as creating a vertical garden or adding a striking umbrella, can make ...

Man sitting in a small backyard near a bamboo privacy fence - Yuliya Taba/Getty Images Privacy is essential to your sense of comfort and security, and a fence tall ...

Designing a small patio often means you’ll need fewer materials, so you might be able to splurge on pricier pavers, outdoor floor tiles, or unusual plants. Your leftover budget might even allow for ...

Whether you have a balcony overlooking the city or a deck that opens into a yard, decorating a small patio can be tricky, especially when so many outdoor furniture pieces are big and bulky. Luckily, ...

As a homeowner, it's natural to obsess over your property's curb appeal and potential resale value. There are plenty of things you can do to improve both, like planting large trees, putting certain ...

Many homeowners will soak up the sun this summer with social activities and relaxing days spent in their backyard. Revamping the area ahead of the warmer days can create the illusion of having more ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...