Patios on Houzz: Tips From the Experts

Glorious terraces, a sumptuous cabana, a panoramic pavilion ... these stunning outdoor rooms offer the ultimate in relaxation and comfort

Even if your summer vacation takes you no farther than the pool, you can create a getaway feel for your backyard, patio or balcony

Give your deck or patio a lift with one of these bright and summery color combinations

Sure, their enchanting light makes longer evenings magical. But outdoor fireplaces solve 3 design issues as well

Highly personal and evocative, color influences the mood of gardens in a powerful way. Here's how to make it work for you

For an alluring patio or backyard and a happy group of guests, get cracking with a fire pit

Earthy, lush and warmly welcoming, a Mediterranean garden can thrive in any warm-climate landscape with a few adaptations

Easier to maintain and adaptable to any home, small gardens have a charm all their own

Go boldly into the night with outdoor lighting options for the patio, pool and garden

No room for a dramatic deck or a traditional terrace? You can still savor the delights of the outdoors with a small patio

Kind to the environment and easy on the eyes, pavers with moss or other foliage in the joints create a charming permeable hardscape

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