Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Even with a small patio space, plants can be the basis for plenty of great design ideas. We've gathered some ideas to inspire ...

Who says your home stops at the door? While it’s easy to get lost in the excitement of designing your living room, kitchen and bedroom, don’t forget about your patio! With just a few updates, you can ...

Interior designers share five types of patio items that they always buy at the thrift store, even when shopping for clients.

Spring is in the air, and in some parts of the country, you’re lucky enough to have beautiful weather year-round. That m ...

Decorating any part of a home, especially outdoor space, lets you tap into the creative side of your brain. But when the space is a small terrace or patio, too much creativity can be a bad thing.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There's no need to travel far to find yourself in a serene escape when you have a well-designed patio in ...

SOMETIMES IT TAKES an objective viewer to see what a décor pro has subconsciously conjured. Take the back terrace of interior designer Eddie Maestri’s North Dallas home, where vivid colors vibrate ...

Let’s celebrate the good news: You have an outdoor space! No matter where you call home—a tiny apartment in New York City, a far-flung cottage on the California coast or somewhere in the vast space in ...

After a long, cold winter, the early days of summer feel more like a gift than ever before. If you’re lucky to have a bit of outdoor space, your patio, terrace, or even fire escape can be a respite ...