European backyard

Searching for outdoor patio ideas? Sharing some of my favorite backyard inspiration and tips for updating your space on any budget.

This summer was groundbreaking for us... Literally. We brought our love for old world, European design to our suburban backyard with a gorgeous herringbone antique brick patio, a harlequin painted deck and loads of european inspired landscape. In this post I've linked furniture, plants and outdoor accents to help you create the English Cottage backyard of your dreams!

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The owner of this 1923 Belgian Tudor, an avid gardener, requested English perennial borders and a comfortable space to entertain with a casual, but chic st

Discover 7+ brilliant brick patio ideas that blend charm, elegance, and functionality. From classic red brick designs to modern minimalist styles, these ideas will inspire you to transform your outdoor space.

Hospitality is universal, and I’ve found that friends and strangers all over the world have perfected the art of making others feel at home through their own unique culture and customs. This is a huge reason why I included five different...

Outdoor dining is very important to our family. The backyard is very much an extension of our home and we always look forward to eating outside on warm summer nights. We redid our patio last year and it’s made a marked improvement to our lifestyle. Now I’m thinking about doing a little decorating for alfresco … Continue Reading

Followers of Brooke Giannetti and Steve Giannetti fell in love with the Ojai property PATINA FARM with its unique mix of rustic luxe.

A full tour, from the garden trellises to the pool house.