Patio Ideas & Inspiration

A thoughtful remodel delivers a new kitchen hub, a mudroom entry, and more—while honoring the 1929 house’s classic bones

Spaces for gathering, cooking, dining, and play define this family’s backyard getaway. See how they designed a multifunctional outdoor space.

Here are 10 ideas for deck and patio furniture you can make yourself—for both beginner and experienced woodworkers.

These charming lanterns brighten an evening barbecue spread, and they're a cinch to make from supplies you can pick up at the home center.

Enjoy spending time on your patio with a comfortable and weather-resistant chair. To find the best patio chairs, see our top recommendations.

Enjoy your backyard with an outdoor sectional or bistro set. Read our review to learn about our recommendations for the best patio furniture on Amazon.

This versatile open-air structure can define an outdoor room, provide light shade, and add privacy while enhancing the look of your home. Here’s what to consider when adding one

A wind chime adds a peaceful ambiance to your outdoor space. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best wind chimes on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.

Turn your balcony into a stunning place to work, relax, and entertain with these creative and decorative balcony design ideas.

Entertain or just relax with these illuminating ideas for your pergola or other outdoor living space.

A pergola adds shade and helps define your outdoor living space. This guide offers Several Creative pergola ideas to inspire you.

Looking for some sunroom design inspiration? Check out these decorative sunroom ideas to learn how to maximize your light-filled oasis.

Pergolas add shade and beauty to your backyard patio's design. Read on to learn how to build a DIY pergola in your yard.

Create a one-of-a-kind garden path by making sand molds with oversize leaves—like the rhubarb here—and casting the shapes in concrete

TOH fan Michael Bendell, installed a Nest Security Cam in his backyard. It wasn't long before he discovered that his home-security upgrade was also a great way to track the progress of his deck-to-patio transformation

Get this look! Learn how adding a rock garden and fire pit can give your yard a lift

South-of-France flair meets casual West Coast style in this open-air dining room that’s equal parts elegant and easygoing

Update your patio, build a new walkway, or install a fire pit to ensure your yard is perfect for summer.

Use basic cedar lumber to create a screened-in patio space that gives cats a breath of fresh air while keeping them close to home.

Now's the time to fling open those doors and transform even a simple patio

Brighten up your entertainment space with unique outdoor lighting. Learn more about each type and get valuable design ideas from our experts.

Say oui! to a summer spent outdoors with salvage-style furniture and colorful vintage touches

Set out a daybed, weather-resistant cushions, or one of our other finds, and in a short time you'll have the ultimate staycation escape.

Pavers can make for handsome and durable driveways, paths, patios, and more. Learn more about each type and how to take care of them.