Not every Twin Cities home comes with a sprawling backyard—but that doesn’t mean you have to scale down your dreams. With the right design, even compact spaces can become incredible retreats for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors year-round.

When creating your dream backyard, it’s important to stick to your budget, but it’s equally as important to know where to save and where to splurge on your outdoor kitchen. While it might be tempting to go the cheapest route whenever possible to get the lowest possible spend, it’s not always in ...

Enjoying your outdoor living space can be a challenge on sunny Minnesota days. You want to soak up the warm weather but still escape the sun when needed. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to add shade to your backyard, creating a cool, comfortable, and luxurious retreat. Here are six ideas to ...

Missed the window for a summer backyard remodel and think you have to wait until next spring?

Cabanas, pergolas, and pavilions each add their own unique charm to an outdoor space. Adding a shaded feature to your space can elevate the overall appearance and provide much-needed function.

It’s hard to look at all the gorgeous homes on social media and not want that for yourself. When you look at your bare backyard, you visualize it to the point where you almost feel like you’re taking a cool dip in your pool, grilling in a gorgeous outdoor kitchen, or lounging in your outdoor dining ...

Just like the interior of your home needs maintenance, so does the exterior of your home. You want your backyard to stand out - in a good way. You also want your investment in your backyard to last for years. That’s why seasonal maintenance is crucial for a fresh outdoor space and your highest home ...

Minnesota has the best of both worlds with stunning, snowy winters and hot, beautiful summers - but it also means we need to prioritize outdoor dining while we can. Having a luxurious outdoor kitchen is often the highlight when you love hosting or simply hanging out with your family and friends ...

The ultimate outdoor cooking space is a grill master’s dream. Imagine your favorite grill, flat top, smoker, or wood-fired pizza oven nestled within custom stonework, smooth counters, a shaded pergola, and lots of space for prepping. Just imagine. If you’re not already drooling, your grilled and ...

Is your Minnesota backyard and outdoor kitchen space ready for prime grilling season? A well-designed outdoor kitchen can increase your home’s value and provide a central place for your family and guests to enjoy for years to come.

Decks are perfect for parties, picnics, relaxing, and taking in the summer sun. Whether you already have a deck or are considering building a new one, there are plenty of innovative ways to enhance its functionality and entertainment value. If you’re looking for ways to incorporate other features ...

Your backyard pool area isn’t just for swimming. It’s a spot for ghosting, gathering, and relaxing. Great landscaping can completely transform the area around your pool, creating a cohesive, stylish, and functional outdoor oasis. Here are some landscaping ideas to take your backyard to the next ...

Once you’ve decided you want to upgrade your outdoor living space, what do you think about adding? A full paver patio, a custom pool, or an outdoor kitchen? The sky’s the limit when you’re starting to picture your dream backyard. But don’t forget about one of the coziest elements to include: a ...

Considering adding an outdoor bar to your backyard? It’s a great way to gather and socialize. A backyard bar seriously elevates any backyard space. Explore some of our creative ideas to make your backyard bar even better.

Retaining walls are more than just rocks. These functional structures elevate the beauty and usability of your outdoor space. In this article, we'll explore how incorporating a well-designed retaining wall can enhance your property's value, functionality, and visual appeal.

A fire feature is a tranquil and classy addition to any backyard. Maybe it’s a giant fire pit, or maybe you have a line of fire bowls around your pool. But while fire is beautiful, it’s also dangerous. It only takes one clumsy kid or wayward spark to create an unsafe experience.

Choosing to get an in-ground pool built is the first step to a summer-ready backyard - but it doesn’t end there. There are a wealth of customizations to select from once you get started. It can be hard to know what’s important. There are certain must-have features for your in-ground Minnesota pool. ...

A well-designed space is beautiful and adds to your home’s value, but it’s so much more than that. Improving your landscape with new additions means that you’re investing in your home — according to the ASLA, professionally landscaped homes can increase resale value by 15 to 20 percent — and your ...