A New York City outdoor space comes to life with a curvy new brick patio, thoughtful outdoor furnishings and evergreen foliage

This new build sets a neighborly tone with a front-yard patio and an exterior created in scale with other houses on the street

With an outdoor movie screen, a patio heater or fan, and scads of entertaining essentials, you may never want to go back inside

Here’s everything you need to know to prep your table for a get-together

Do a dry run with dinnerware, table decorations and the buffet setup now to avoid surprises and stress later

Entertain guests with your tablescape as much as your party fare, layering summery plants and bright, textural accessories

Make your soiree as colorful and bright as a summer garden with trays, glasses and serveware in vivid hues and patterns

Wanting to keep their home’s 1950s vibe but lose the outdated functionality, a couple finds help on Houzz

Give fall meals flair with decorations and serving pieces you make — or make better — yourself