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Around the Fire: Designing an Outdoor Space That Comes Alive at Night

There is a moment on an evening around a fire when the conversation shifts. The dinner is over. The guests who had planned to leave have decided to stay. Someone throws another log on. The wine gla...

Luxury Outdoor Table Setting Ideas for the Perfect Gathering

There is a moment, just before the guests arrive, when the table is fully set and the light is still good. The linens are folded, the glassware catches the last sun, and the candles have not yet be...

Outdoor Movie Theater: Build the 5-Star Setup at Home

There's a particular kind of summer evening that feels borrowed from another life. The sun has gone soft. A screen flickers on at the far end of the lawn. Someone has lit the fire pit and someone e...