Patio of the Week 243 Stories

A new pool, Piet Oudolf-inspired plantings and a renovated barn anchor an outdoor retreat in the Canadian countryside

Landscape Design Yard of the Week: Exuberant Gardens and Wine Country Living

Designers add edible gardens, a pool, an outdoor kitchen and living roofs to a property with views of the Sonoma hills

Landscape Design Yard of the Week: Fresh Appeal for a Midcentury Modern Property

A landscape designer plays with architectural forms, angles and proportions to make a 1950s yard inviting and livable

Landscape Design Yard of the Week: Ranch Home Opens Up to Indoor-Outdoor Living

A home and landscape makeover near Denver creates harmony and connection between interior and exterior spaces

Outbuildings Family Gatherings in Argentina Inspire a Pavilion and Guesthouse

A new yard adds room for hosting, swimming and bringing part of one homeowner’s culture to her family’s Seattle home

Landscape Design Patio of the Week: Sloping Side Yard Becomes a Relaxing Retreat

By Kate Burt

A landscape designer found on Houzz transforms a challenging English yard into a contemporary lounge for empty nesters

Landscape Design Yard of the Week: Woodland Retreat for Privacy and Relaxation

Lush foliage, strategic screening and a series of outdoor rooms give a Canadian landscape a serene, secluded feel

Landscape Design Yard of the Week: Plants and Salvaged Finds Beautify a Shady Spot

By Kate Burt

Recycled plants, pre-loved pots, antiques and a considered mix of textures and colors add character to a London backyard

Landscape Design Yard of the Week: Modern Look Nods to Traditional Japanese Design

A Northern California backyard gains decks, patios, a pavilion and an outdoor kitchen that flow in a calm, organized way

Landscape Design Patio of the Week: Minimalist Design With a Warm, Welcoming Feel

A landscape designer adds lots of seating, a dining area, a fire pit and a grilling station to a Toronto townhome’s yard

Porches Porch of the Week: Screened-In Space for Indoor-Outdoor Living

Tailored details, elevated finishes and stylish furnishings create a warm, inviting home in Canada’s wine country