A backyard patio or deck is one of the most versatile areas of the home and a blank canvas for creativity. We’ve gathered together some quick decorating touches—lights, textiles, plants, fire, or even painting the back of the house—that will make the average patio look like it came straight off of a magazine page.
Now, this may seem a little late in the season, but it’s actually the perfect time, as one of the largest expenses of any outdoor room—the all-weather furniture—is now or will soon be going on “end-of-season” sale at retailers and big box home stores, with plenty of warm weather weeks left to enjoy it this year.
