You can transform outdoor spaces into cozy retreats with well-designed fire pits. You’ll feel the comforting heat, enjoy the relaxed vibe, and see friends naturally come together here. When you choose ...

After a summer spent out in the Great Wide Open, we hate to retreat indoors, but in most parts of the country, it’s only a matter of time before bitterly cold winter temperatures set in. For now, ...

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 ...

Outdoor fire pits are a fun way to liven up your landscape while creating a cozy space to relax and socialize. They easily add visual interest to any backyard and the simplest design strategy is for ...

There's nothing wrong with the classic rock fire ring, but building one isn't always possible, legal or ethical. So with the growth of a more "camp anywhere" culture spurred on by overlanding and ...

Fire pits can be used year-round — they’re a fun addition to summer bonfires and cookouts and even better for cozy outdoor hangouts in the fall and winter. With s’mores season right around the corner, ...

Q. Last night I sat around an outdoor fire pit at a friend's house. Everything about this magical spot, including the occasional puff of smoke, was enjoyable. I've decided I want to build one for ...

For all its primitive allure, the campfire has always been a rather fickle beast, especially in the dead of winter. Stare at it for too long and you’ll suddenly realize the flames are moments away ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.