Fabulous Ideas to Pimp Up Your Back Porch

Check out the following inspiring tips & tricks to add some colour & style to your back porch and make it a relaxing and fun place to chill out.

An Olson Kundig Tree House Peeks Over the Treetops in Costa Rica

Built entirely of teak harvested on-site, this breezy solar-powered home near the beach ticks all the right boxes for a pair of avid environmentalists who love surfing.

Surf Shacks 026 - Mason St. Peter

Since first starting this series, we’ve been haunted by images of Mason St. Peter and Serena Mitnik-Miller’s cabin hideaway perched...

This Beachside Pad in San Francisco Is the Stuff of Surfers' Dreams

Honing in on the meditative surfing vibes of the ocean, what was once an old horse barn is transformed into a seaside haven, equipped...

An Architect’s Beach House Brings California Surfer Vibes to Chigasaki, Japan

Architect and surfer Kenichiro Iwakiri renovates a beach house for himself in Shonan, a region of Japan known for its surf spots.

A Modular Beach Home in Australia Allows One Family to Keep an Eye on the Surf

An L-shaped prefab in New South Wales draws in light from the north and captures views of the surf.

Too Cool: This Boho Surf Shack Has a Half-Pipe in the Backyard

She curates, he builds. You'll find handmade industrial-modern pieces, vintage treasures, global goods, skateboarding memorabilia,...

This Prefab Beach Shack in Montauk Is a Surfing Family’s Dream Come True

In Montauk Shores, a pair of HGTV stars transform a prefab home into a beachside paradise.

This Minimal Japanese Getaway Was Built for Surfing

Splashes of chartreuse enliven N-Holiday House, a seaside getaway by Sohei Nakanishi Design.

Floyd’s First Foray Into Outdoor Furniture Is a Ray of Summer Sunshine

The Detroit-based furniture brand Floyd is extending its offerings outside for the first time.

In Salt Lake City, a Sun-Drenched Loft in an Old Chocolate Factory

With 15-foot ceilings and a glass-walled bedroom, this updated apartment delivers light, airy spaces.

Leading garden designers reveal the 7 biggest changes in garden design

Members of the prestigious Society of Garden Designers discuss the ways our attitudes towards gardens has shifted in recent years

Outdoor heating ideas: 10 stylish ways to heat up your patio all year round

Make more of long summer evenings with our outdoor heating ideas, from modern fire pits and rustic chimineas to cozy built-in fireplaces...

Ask an Expert: Why Remodel When You Can Build New?

Acclaimed architect Jared Levy shares his expertise with prefab design and dives into how his team at Connect Homes is streamlining the entire build process.

Slow Down Time at This Dreamy New Eco Hotel in Oaxaca, Mexico

Set on the shores of Puerto Escondido, Casona Sforza is a restorative escape inspired by ancient traditions.

These Eclectic Pods Nestled in a Chinese Pine Forest Imitate Their Natural Surroundings

Designed by ZJJZ Atelier, the shingle-clad pods-known as The Seeds-provide an off-grid retreat in a lush area in Jiangxi, China.

5 Ways to Decorate with Burl Wood That Showcase Its Gorgeous Natural Texture

Burl wood's intricate, marbled patterns showcase the beauty in imperfection. Learn how to incorporate the material into your home with these expert tips.

Simple Ways to Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

If your home's curb appeal makes a great first impression, everyone (including potential homebuyers) will want to see what's inside.

An Original Venice Craftsman With a Striking Mullet Addition in L.A.

After a careful site relocation and renovation, the 1907 cottage now includes a metal-clad extension with floor-to-ceiling windows.

These 25 Designer Staircases Reach a Whole New Level of Cool

Simply stunning.

11 Makeup Vanity Ideas to Stay Organized and Get Ready In Style

Mirror, mirror on the wall.

55 Chic Kitchen Backsplash Ideas That Will Transform the Entire Room

From tiles to stone and beyond.

A Three-Level Redwood Deck Spurs a Spellbinding Link to Nature Near Cascade Bay

After purchasing a home on Harrison Lake in British Columbia, a local family uses sustainably produced redwood to nurture harmonious indoor-outdoor living.

What colors go with blue? 7 beautiful blue color palettes for every room

From blush pink to vibrant orange, here's how to create the perfect blue color scheme whatever your style

How to design a small kitchen floorplan

Find out how to design a small kitchen floorplan with expert guide to squeezing everything in

How to display objects - Jonathan Adler's advice for getting it right

Designer and Livingetc's guest editor Jonathan Adler explains how to display objects, embracing maximalism and making it work