After a summer spent out in the Great Wide Open, we hate to retreat indoors, but in most parts of the country, it’s only a matter of time before bitterly cold winter temperatures set in. For now, ...

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Fortunately, you needn't spend a fortune to add a fire pit to your yard, provided you have access to appropriate fire-safe materials, and the tools and inclination to take on some home DIY. And since ...

There’s something enticing about gathering around a backyard fire pit at dusk with a group of friends and family, enjoying stories over some of the best beers. If you’ve ever dreamt of building ...

When Bre Okoren got a few patio quotes for roughly $15,000, she quickly realized she’d have to take on the project herself to get the backyard of her dreams. “In our first home, we had a small stone ...

S’mores, stargazing, crackling flames: there’s nothing like an evening spent around a cozy fire pit. Gathering around an outdoor fire isn’t restricted to camping trips, though. Making a permanent fire ...

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 ...