Melissa is a writer who focuses on home design, trends and projects. She covers content for a variety of sites to help readers navigate everything from finding the right interior color palette to ...

Raised bed gardens like these – rendered and painted white – are incredibly space-enhancing and practical in a small backyard. They can even encompass seating into their design. Use them to keep the ...

Whether you are looking to host friends and family outside or you want to create a quiet retreat for yourself, with a few smart design tricks, you can transform your small patio into an outdoor oasis ...

Having your own backyard pool can be possible even if you don't have tons of outdoor space to play with. From cocktail pools to lap pools, plunge pools to swim spas – there are all kinds of styles ...

Now that the temperature is starting to warm up, it’s time to give your backyard a much-needed makeover! The longer days and sunny skies make it the ideal season to refresh your outdoor space, and ...

If you're fortunate to have a patio, deck, or balcony — yes, even a tiny one counts — congratulations, you have an outdoor space to call your own! Having access to a little slice of the outside is ...

Find a landscape designer in your area with the AD PRO Directory, our network of AD-approved professionals. Start your search Maryah Greene, New York–based plant doctor, stylist, and founder of Greene ...

Interior designers shared their best affordable tips for making an outdoor space feel larger. Hanging light fixtures and tall, colorful plants can distract the eye and draw it upward. Dividing your ...

Refresh your outdoor space through the year with seasonal decor ideas for Indian summers, monsoons, and winters; practical, ...