Melissa is a writer who focuses on home design, trends and projects. She covers content for a variety of sites to help readers navigate everything from finding the right interior color palette to ...

Whether it’s a modest balcony, a pocket-size patio or a tiny backyard, small outdoor spaces have big potential. With a few smart design choices and some creative flair, even the most limited square ...

Warmer weather and longer days mean more time to enjoy your outdoor space, whether big or small. The experts at Consumer Reports rounded up some top-recommended summer products and gear to freshen up ...

When it comes to getting set to move life outdoors, taking care of landscaping—like weeding and hedge pruning—may be a top priority. Yet, once the basics are taken care of, consider brightening up a ...

When temperatures start to rise, aesthetes invariably turn their focus to beautifying their outdoor spaces. And with the bounty of nature’s beauty at our fingertips in early summer, the world seems ...

When the temperature drops, it’s easy to forget about your backyard. Still, there are plenty of ways to make your outdoor space feel just as inviting as your living room. Even if you’re not a fan of ...

HOLLAND, Mich. — As schools prepare for the start of a new school year, one West Michigan school district is adding a new classroom outdoors. Right now, Black River Public Schools is in the middle of ...