An outdoor living space extends the useable space of your home and creates a natural, relaxing place to entertain family and friends. In order to realize the full potential of an area, there are a few fundamental elements that every outdoor living space should have.

Classic blue, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2020, is a timeless color that is both calming and assuring. Since it mirrors the color of the sky, classic blue merges well with other natural colors, making it perfect for decorating your outdoor spaces.

A functional and comfortable outdoor space can add value to your home and make it far more enjoyable. However, many people make the mistake of creating a space that's only really practical to use when the weather is nice, but if you design it right, you can enjoy it all year long. Here are some tips to help you turn your outdoor room into a space you can enjoy year-round:

With its breathtaking beauty and cooler weather, fall is an ideal time for an outdoor party. While nature will decorate your fall party with colorful foliage, adding a few specific features will make hosting an outdoor party more convenient and enjoyable. The following are some essentials that will get your patio ready for entertaining:

Make the most of the final days of summer by spending more time outdoors. Adding more shade to your yard and patio will allow you to enjoy being outside more. Here are some affordable ways to increase the shade in your outdoor living spaces:

Summer may be winding down, but there's still plenty of time to enjoy relaxing outdoors. If you've been dreaming of spending your days chatting with friends or sipping a beverage while swinging on your front porch, now is the perfect time to make that happen. 

Beautiful outdoor furniture can breathe life into any patio, deck, balcony, or verandah. Whether you’re using hardwood, plastic, metal, or embroidered pieces, taking care of these items will elevate the curb appeal of your home. However, if not properly taken care of, your outdoor furniture can be damaged by the elements. Here are some things to look out for and one great solution that will help preserve your furniture:

You’ve put a lot of your time, effort and budget into transforming your outdoor space into the ideal entertaining area. Enjoy relaxing outside no matter what time of the day or night with outdoor lighting that increases the safety of the space and provides ambiance. Here are a few expert tips for illuminating your outdoor spaces:

Large trees can be great sources of shade for backyards. But what do you do when you have a small yard? Certain trees may take up too much space, so you have to be strategic. Here are a few creative ways to provide shade in a small backyard:

Making a few improvements to your outdoor space will provide more room for holiday entertaining, as well as give your home’s exterior a fresh look. Here are some great ways to revitalize your outdoor living space for the holidays: