Amish-milled lumber and local bluestone set off a focal-point fireplace beautifully in this comfy outdoor living space

Large sliding glass doors connect a pergola-covered terrace with a kitchen and great room in Seattle

A retractable awning, a water feature and an onyx fire feature transform a formerly unused front yard on a busy street

Stepping up to the harsh sun and heat of the desert Southwest, this intimate patio is an exotic escape right outside

A covered pergola can increase the time you spend in your outdoor living space. Which covering should you choose?

Challenging weather is no match for this family's tough but elegant-looking outdoor space

Gaslamp posts from the 1930s and upcycled fencing make for a patio structure befitting a historic potting shed in Philadelphia

Extend Your Living Space With Just the Right Amount of Shade on the Patio

Wood Slats, Overhangs, Concrete and Plantings Update the Entrance

Creative Overhangs Offer Sheltered Passage to the Front Door