Just in time for summer, here are seven modern wood-burning fire pits to inspire your next backyard get-together.

The Nomad propane firepits from Tohst Modern Living are a straight-up bright idea.

At the front of the property, a spacious deck and sunken firepit overlook the surrounding hills and city.

Hufft Projects carves out a conversation pit–style seating area in an open-air scheme designed for entertaining.

Watch our video and follow this step-by-step guide to build your own bluestone fire pit.

From a smokeless fire pit to a headlamp that’s actually chic, BioLite has spent years upping the standard for outdoor gear.

A parable of redesigning the hose reel from the wall out.

Colossus Mfg. revives the living areas and backyard of a Sacramento residence with contrasting colors and materials.

Though it’d be hard to tell from the street, the compound of concrete blocks forms a surprisingly breezy family retreat.

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In a nature preserve, two creative directors design a colorful country home.

For a family of five and their goldendoodle, there’s always room to roam—no matter the weather.

The V-shaped lakefront retreat strikes a balance between privacy and welcoming a houseful of guests.

Once worse for the wear, these revamped classics shine again under the Southern California sun.

By bumping out the back of their Arapahoe Acres home and adding sliding glass walls that open to an awesome outdoor living space,...

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An open floor plan connects the updated interior of the streamline moderne residence to an expansive rear patio with a firepit.

Now known as Stonestill Lodge, the home lets in the surrounding landscape while honoring the property’s original structure.

Just a three-minute walk from the shore, the Boles Beach House includes a freestanding sauna, a firepit, and a stone patio.

The celebrated architect transformed the property into his home in 1978, and the current owners expanded it with glass bricks,...

An infinity pool with spa, home theater, and stunning views make this home a modern sanctuary.

Sliding glass doors connect the bright interior to a landscaped outdoor area with a built-in barbecue and firepit situated on a 1.

Six days. Ten students. One prototype building.

A patio complete with infinity pool, firepit, spectacular mountain views, and a seriously-cool outdoor heater makes this...

A tiny cabin built as a refuge during the pandemic features a wood-burning stove and hot tub, an outdoor firepit, and a parrilla...

Listed for $1.2M, the restored Edward Fickett home includes a landscaped garden and a one-bedroom guesthouse.

Take a walk in the woods, hop in the pool, or drive 10 minutes to town—this Bend residence offers the best of all worlds.

Built atop a boulder and surrounded by forest, the 1960s home would do Don Draper proud.

The seaside setting had it all, so the couple made a few updates to the ’80s structure to make the most of it: larger windows,...

The past meets the present in this reimagined 1960s residence in Beverly Hills.

The home, built in 1967, features a private dock and three levels of outdoor entertaining.

Designed by John Howe, the 7,000-square-foot New Canaan residence comes with custom built-ins and stained glass skylights.

A series of “stacked boxes” lay the foundation for a Sea Ranch–inspired home on a narrow site set on two flood zones and filled...

The 1950s gem comes with breeze blocks, a kidney pool, and a vintage kitchen with fresh appliances.