A homeowner-friendly guide to 2025’s top Texas fire pit trends, including smokeless comfort, design inspiration, and region-aware builds that both look great and play nice with HOAs.
Our design-build experts compared pool concrete deck materials for style, heat, moisture and slip resistance. See the 2 best concrete options for your pool.
Discover 20 small backyard patio ideas that deliver big results, and explore our project gallery. Our layout and design tips will make your small patio shine.
This guide covers the pros, cons and best use cases for aluminum patio covers. See how aluminum stacks up in your unique outdoor space, climate and region.
This guide covers the pros, cons and best use cases for wood patio covers. Discover why cedar is your best option, then see how it performs where you live.
Use our helpful 5-step guide to choose the best material for your outdoor countertops. Compare the styles, pros and cons of 5 popular, high-quality materials.
A pergola patio amplifies the best elements of 2 outdoor spaces into one stylish, functional living area. Get inspired by our pergola patio design gallery.
Discover why solid patio roof covers are the best choice for durability, longevity and custom design. Learn the pros and cons of 3 excellent patio cover styles.
Discover 4 steps to design your dream outdoor kitchen island. Choose a layout, countertop, structure and finishes that meet your unique outdoor living needs.
Meet your backyard design with fire pit inspiration gallery. Ditch that worn-out fire pit, and discover custom fire features built for premium outdoor living.
Turn backyard design ideas into great outdoor living spaces — focus on durability, function and your lifestyle. Discover how to get your ideal outdoor design.
Backyard ideas can become premium outdoor living spaces with the right design inspiration. Learn how to elevate your yard and see our outdoor design gallery.
Patio designs with pavers offer beauty, versatility and longevity. Browse our premium paver patio gallery, then find the best material for your home’s location.
A pergola with roof design offers increased shade and protection from the elements. Browse our gallery of TX covered pergola styles and read our design advice.
Texas backyard contractors should offer hardscaping, outdoor living design and full project management. Learn how to hire a backyard builder and what to demand.
A backyard bar elevates your outdoor living space. Trust our expert outdoor bar design process, including layout, style, appliances and material selection.
Concrete resurfacing is a good repair option for surface cracks and cosmetic damage. Concrete overlays offer strength, structural longevity and aesthetic value.
Patio enclosures vs patio covers: what’s the best choice? Learn how covered patios blend heat, UV and moisture protection with versatile, open-air design.
Patio renovation is a long-term investment. Discover how to love your patio forever with our 4-step plan to foundation, materials, design and maintenance.
Concrete overlay materials blend style, durability and great customization. Discover premium overlay options for patio, pool deck and driveway renovations.
Swimming pool resurfacing materials must be durable and beautiful. We rated 12 materials with our DIVES test — see which 5 are best for your pool renovation.
The best outdoor grills for outdoor kitchen design are Big Green Egg, Bull, Coyote, Viking and Wolf. Read our expert reviews based on 20,000 installations.
