Backyards have become much more than places to mow grass and store garden tools. Homeowners now want outdoor spaces that feel inviting, useful, and beautiful without requiring endless hours of ...

Good seating is the foundation of any well-used outdoor space – here's how to approach layout, materials, and arrangement to ...

Turn a narrow or compact yard into a custom-looking garden with built-in bench planters, cohesive containers, gravel corners and simple DIY accents. Sandra Teddy Getty Images You finally have a yard.

It’s easy to find beauty in your own backyard if you invest a little time and care into its landscaping ideas. Like a well-crafted interior, a thoughtfully considered outdoor space not only elevates ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

DALLAS, Pa. — It's never too late to dream big when it comes to your garden and landscape plans for next year. Home and Backyard visits the experts for some great ideas to make your garden even better ...

Get all the benefits of a beautiful yard—without all the hard work.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. “Outdoor living has evolved far beyond a simple patio-and-grill setup — ...

A layered natural garden combines flowering perennials, ornamental grasses, shrubs, and pollinator-friendly plants to create a beautiful, lower-maintenance backyard. The design reduces lawn space ...