A gravel patio is decorated with wooden pergola, a table, and white chairs - Gcshutter/Getty Images But do gravel patios truly deliver the biggest bang for their pebbles or are they a mere ...

A flagstone patio will give your outdoor space an inviting feel. This natural stone comes in a variety of colors, from cool blues and grays to warm earth tones such as rust and brown to complement a ...

When it comes to designing an outdoor living space, homeowners have plenty of choices to consider. Will the area serve as a place for outdoor dining, a cozy gathering spot, or even a peaceful, ...

Outdoor spaces can be some of the most enjoyable to spend time in, allowing you a chance to relax, get close to nature, and entertain to your heart's content. While these spaces take many forms, one ...

There are many ways to drastically change the look and feel of your front and backyard without undergoing a major overhaul. A simple yet drastic upgrade is incorporating flagstone into your hardscape.

A flagstone patio is attractive, practical and creates a bridge between your house and the outdoors. It is best built on a level or gently sloping site. When designing it, consider shade, privacy and ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 69th installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary about renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first one here. They also blog at ...

A brick patio can be laid over an existing concrete slab or in a sand bed. On concrete, bricks are set in ½ inch of wet mortar with ⅜- to ½-inch-wide mortar joints. You can create attractive, unique ...

Age has a way of changing things. For example, for years, the stone mosaic and flagstone-surrounded firepit patio in our back yard was a focal point for family entertaining. Then the kids grew older ...

When the weather warms up enough to entertain outside, there’s nothing more enjoyable than outdoor barbecuing and al fresco dining — especially with a do-it-yourself (DIY) backyard patio. With some ...