Your magical retreat is a weekend project away. M_a_y_a/Getty Images Spending time under the dim glow of outdoor string lights can take your backyard experience from mundane to enchanting. It ...

We all want our outdoor space — whether it’s an adorable city balcony or a sprawling suburban yard — to feel cozy, warm and inviting, like an extension of our home. Aside from adding some fresh ...

The time is ripe and the weather is perfect for spending time in the garden. But this happy activity can feel a bit dull if your outdoor space isn’t properly prepped. And the most important element ...

So, you’ve created the backyard of your dreams and love everything about it -- except that seeing your surroundings can sometimes be a challenge once the sun’s gone down. As the days grow shorter and ...

They may seem like a small thing, but string lights have the power to completely transform an outdoor space. Their warm, magical glow invites loved ones to linger and the conversation to flow well ...

If it’s been some time since you’ve treated your outdoor living space to a bit of TLC by way of an upgraded lighting design scheme, it may be time to scratch that off of your to-do list. The good news ...

The ambience of our homes is so important, but it’s easy to forget about our outdoor spaces, leaving them as an afterthought. However, entertaining and dining alfresco is one of the best things about ...

This year we’ve never wanted it more: to make every lazy summer night outdoors last as long as possible. The best way to prolong an open-air evening, of course, is with some artfully placed lighting.