Installing a fire pit is an easy way to make your outdoor space more convivial and inviting. From budget-friendly DIY projects to portable and luxury options, upgrade your patio, deck, courtyard, ...

Your patio and backyard serve as an extension of your home. They are places where you can gather with family and friends to make new memories, spend time with your significant other or kids, or find a ...

A rustic fire pit will turn your backyard into a cozy gathering space after dark. Build a fire pit from natural or repurposed materials like brick, stone, pavers, or cast iron. Choose a round, square, ...

THE SUNKEN LIVING ROOM fad that surged in the 1970s wasn’t evicted after all: The “conversation pit” has simply scuttled outside and gathered round the fire, inviting guests to nestle. Patricia Benner ...

You can transform outdoor spaces into cozy retreats with well-designed fire pits. You’ll feel the comforting heat, enjoy the relaxed vibe, and see friends naturally come together here. When you choose ...

In early March, Laura Erksine, a 31-year old teacher who lives in Elizabethtown, found herself waiting around to learn when she might be able to return to a classroom again. As days turned to weeks ...

It's never too cold outside to enjoy the warmth of a fire pit, like the one at this listed home at 1203 Glasco Turnpike in Saugerties, NY. John Suhar Let it glow! There’s nothing quite like the rustic ...

Building a sunken seating area or fire pit is a neat trick that architects sometimes use when they want to create an unobstructed view of the garden or backyard or when they want to offer intimacy and ...

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The 2025 Parade of Homes begins May 17, featuring eight luxury homes in the Texas Hill Country. We take you inside this John Merritt Homes custom build, which includes a sunken fire pit, a putting ...