See if you cant get inspired by their success and apply it to your own backyard.

If you want to tackle a larger project, look for funding.

Seek out electric company and gas company rebates that are utility, city, and statewide, Bowers says.

freshly painted window trim and new deck

Joshua Parrish ofHammer & Handsaw

This can save you a ton of money.

Consider upcycling them in your landscape to give your yard a reclaimed look.

The birth of their first child inspired them to transform their outdoor living space, starting with their deck.

drought-tolerant landscape

Marek Bowers ofBolder Green

Most homeowners these days are only limited by the amount of work they feel comfortable doing, he says.

Most homeowners these days are only limited by the amount of work they feel comfortable doing.

We took inspiration from Japanese garden tea houses," Brown explains.

upcycled items in the backyard

Marek Bowers ofBolder Green

She shares that creating a more beautiful backyard doesnt have to be a chorestart small and grow from there.

A small feature that was important for Farinha to revampwas her backyard lighting.

She also added frosted glass lanterns near the water feature to create a magical effect.

extending a wooden deck

Joshua Parrish ofHammer & Handsaw

Overall, upgrading the lighting created the calming ambiance of her dreams.

a children’s backyard playhouse that adults can also enjoy

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A backyard with a pool and string lights

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