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 ...

Face it, here in South Texas, there are only a few days of the year when you really, truly need a fire pit to stay warm while sitting outdoors. Most of the time you simply light it up and enjoy being ...

This custom stone fire pit was built by M.M. Moore Fine Gardens & Masonry for a Dallas homeowner. It's an ideal centerpiece for an outdoor conversation area.(Courtesy M.M. Moore Fine Gardens & Masonry ...

Andrew Blok covered home energy, with a focus on solar, and navigated the changing energy landscape to help people make smart energy decisions. He's a graduate of the Knight Center for Environmental ...

A rustic fire pit will turn your backyard into a cozy gathering space after dark. Build a fire pit from natural or repurposed materials like brick, stone, pavers, or cast iron. Choose a round, square, ...

Your outdoor oasis benefits from comfortable patio furniture and a reliable grilling setup but a homey year-round touch you may not have considered is a propane fire pit. Propane fire pits don’t ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While first thoughts may have you thinking fire pits are only for cool, crisp evenings paired with warm, ...

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 ...