Toasting marshmallows can be made comfier with fire pit seating ideas. But aside from the nostalgic (and slightly sloppy) sugar rush, you might be looking at ways that you can gather friends and ...

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 ...

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, ...

A coffee table that doubles up not only as a fire pit but also as a drink cooler and barbecue... That's our kind of fire pit garden. Nod to luxury a little more by choosing the finishing rattan weave ...

Fall is upon us and with it comes a transformation in how most of us are spending time outdoors. Gone are the days of soaking up the sun poolside or sipping cocktails in a t-shirt and shorts at 8:30 p ...

Keep it budget-friendly by going au naturel with stones and stumps for your fire pit and seating. Design your fire pit area as you would a room and define the space with a stone or brick "rug." Throw ...

6. Gather the logistics "Outdoor fire pits offer an ideal gathering spot for guests, but with the array of options, it can be hard to know where to begin," says Anne Colby, a Houzz home design expert.

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 ...