Outdoor living ideas are some of my favorite projects to work on because they completely change how you use your home. We’ve tackled everything from a floating deck and new stairs to a full outdoor kitchen and a screened-in porch renovation that actually holds up to everyday use.
Outdoor Living Space Ideas
What You’ll Find Here
- Real-life outdoor transformations (what worked and what didn’t).
- Budget-friendly outdoor upgrades that actually hold up
- Patio, porch, and backyard project ideas
- Outdoor furniture, decor, and layout inspiration
- DIY builds like decks, privacy screens, and functional outdoor features
Start Here: Outdoor DIY Projects
How to Build a Floating Deck
Dreaming of a better backyard but overwhelmed by the idea of major construction? We felt the same way — until we decided to build a floating deck. It turned out to be a simple, affordable project that completely transformed our outdoor space. In this post, I’m sharing exactly how we did it, the products we…
Everything I Used to Build My DIY Outdoor Shower
After hundreds of hours researching outdoor showers, these are the exact products I chose. And why I’d buy almost every one of them again.
How to Pressure Wash a Rug
Our outdoor rug was looking rough after a messy season outside. Instead of replacing it, I pressure washed it… and wow, the difference.
Outside Stair Repair and Painting Guide: Fix Peeling, Cracks, Rot
If your stairs are cracked, peeling, or just embarrassing, this tutorial if for you. What to use so it actually lasts, tips that actually work and tools that make it easier.
Designing & Planning Ideas
12 Outdoor Shower Ideas to Inspire Your Backyard
Real-life ideas from mediterranean-insipred retreats to a simple classic fixture mounted to an exterior wall. Plus tips on privacy, drainage, storage and budget.
30 Beautiful Gardening Gift Ideas
A practical, pretty guide to gardening tools from hand tools and gloves to planters, potting benches, hose storage, seed organizers, and favorite books.
The Coastal Backyard Amazon Dupes
This guide rounds up Amazon dupes for their most popular pieces; beach chairs, towels, lounge chairs, umbrellas, pillows, a chaise, and even a hanging daybed.
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MATCHING YOUR STYLE TO YOUR HOME’S EXTERIOR
3 Light Lantern // Lion Head Door Knocker // Wall Lantern // Mail Slot // House Plaque // Trellis Planter // Door Hardware and Lock
Door Hardware and Lock // Wall Sconce // Ring Door Knocker // Rug // Black Planter // Lanterns // Planter
House Numbers // Copper Gooseneck Wall Sconce // Smart Fingerprint Door Lock with Camera // Outdoor Propane Fire Pit Coffee Table // Bubble Planter // Brass Spot Lights
