Design trends are moving toward warmer, more layered patio designs over cool, sterile aesthetics. Skip the large-format gray ...

Landscape architects and designers share what mistakes to avoid when decorating your patio.

To buy a matching patio set or to opt for standalone pieces? It depends on what you're going for.

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It's no secret that a beautiful patio or terrace can bring the serenity of a resort atmosphere to your own backyard—not to mention the opportunities it offers for alfresco entertaining throughout the ...

A terrace or patio should be more than an afterthought when it comes to home design, as the space can still channel a vibrant personal style despite the obvious practical concerns. There’s no one-size ...

The COVID-19 pandemic changed homeowners’ priorities for their outdoor spaces; they’ve since envisioned them as flexible extensions of their residences’ interiors. “It was during the pandemic that we ...

NOW that summer’s well and truly here you might want to spend more time in your garden. But if your outdoor space is a bit less than an oasis, the answer might lie in your patio. Design pro Nick Lewis ...

A dreamy patio setup expands the functional footprint of your house by making an area akin to an outdoor living room. Work the appropriate patio cover ideas into your design scheme and that alfresco ...

I’m a sucker for some fresh air — and yes, that includes heading outside on days when the humidity is so thick in North Carolina, it feels like you could swim through the air. But my long-neglected ...