Make your backyard more usable, safe, and atmospheric after dark with layered lighting. Light your garden, deck, patio, pergola, gazebo, and more with everything from modern sconces to string lights, ...

During the summer, the days pass along languidly and the warm sunny evenings are perfect for brainstorming backyard lighting ideas for your outdoor area. The sun doesn’t set until 8 p.m., and the al ...

Our first non-DIY feature, these blown-glass pendants are perfect to hang from front or backyard porches. The light fixtures create a luminous backdrop for your outdoor entertainment (West Elm, ...

Outdoor upgrades do not have to be expensive, especially when simple solar lights can be reimagined in creative ways. In this project, a DIY creator shares 25 practical ideas for using Dollar Tree ...

As more homeowners gravitate towards outdoor living in their backyards, having the right type of lighting is essential in these spaces. Whether you need lights for security purposes, to highlight ...

You might not think that bird cages and backyards make a natural pair, but you can use one to brighten up your outdoor area ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. Whether you’re creating curb appeal or celebrating the year of the ...

Your next set of patio lights might already be sitting in your trash pile, since a simple upcycling trick can turn everyday ...

Good outdoor lighting dramatically extends the hours when you can enjoy your yard. It can make things safer by highlighting paths and walkways, or you can use it to showcase standout features like a ...