For many people, transforming your yard into a dreamy sanctuary involves balancing the need for both privacy and openness.

From fun and funky handmade touches to ideas that are all about your green thumb, there's something perfect here for everyone. Give your outdoor living space a whole new vibe by decorating the walls ...

At my last house, I had a short retaining wall around a patio that started to lean out toward the lawn. The little wall was but 10 inches tall, for goodness sake, with no soil pressure against it.

From must-have outdoor design features, creative ways to set up privacy walls, and choosing furniture that fits your design needs, these small outdoor patio ideas will help you create an al fresco ...

Q: I have a brick wall around my patio and I’m noticing the bricks are starting to fall apart. At first there was a white powder on the face of the bricks and then the bricks started to flake apart.

With the help of designers and concrete patio experts, we’ve rounded up the best concrete patio ideas, so you can bask in a perfect outdoor living space year-round. 1. Contemporary concrete patio ...