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 ...

In fire-prone Los Angeles, residents are limited to natural gas or propane fire pits. However, landscape designer Andrea Scharff lets the regulation spark her creative juices. "For vessels, there are ...

Installing a fire pit is an easy way to make your outdoor space more convivial and inviting. From budget-friendly DIY projects to portable and luxury options, upgrade your patio, deck, courtyard, ...

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 ...

Home • Princeton Heights What she makes • Reinhardt works in an exceptionally smooth cement to create planters, vases and trays, candle and incense holders, bowls and vessels for home décor. Her ...

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 ...

Summer is in full swing, and that means outdoor gatherings and festivities abound. The extended daylight hours and warm weather practically beg for enjoyment. And what better way to enjoy the summer ...

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 ...

These days, there are many fire pit options on the market—some you can DIY, while others, like in-ground fire pits, may be best left to a hard-scaping pro. Fire pit styles run the gamut, from simple ...