Let's face it, most of us need small backyard ideas nowadays, because finding acres of yard space is far easier said, or dreamt, than done! But this is not a sad reality, no no, because you do not ...

Raised bed gardens like these – rendered and painted white – are incredibly space-enhancing and practical in a small backyard. They can even encompass seating into their design. Use them to keep the ...

Now that the temperature is starting to warm up, it’s time to give your backyard a much-needed makeover! The longer days and sunny skies make it the ideal season to refresh your outdoor space, and ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

Mirrors are a clever trick for making your yard look larger. Place them to reflect plants, the sky, or a garden path, and your space instantly feels more open. Attach a large mirror on a wall or fence ...

If your backyard makes you want to shut the door and stay inside instead of enjoying your outdoor space, it’s time for a backyard transformation. No matter the square footage, a backyard remodel can ...

Make warm weather entertaining more effortless enjoyable by maximizing a small backyard. From budget-friendly accessories to landscaping, modern patio decor, lighting, and more, there are a variety of ...

Adding a patio to your front yard is a simple upgrade that can really set your property apart. It introduces a unique design ...

Bruce and Dory Hyde have always loved their classic Georgian colonial. Their backyard, on the other hand, didn't inspire much emotion. Just a small, shadeless patch of grass, it held the typical ...