Outdoor Spaces Before & Afters

Now there’s plenty of space to relax outside, rain or shine.

Actress Taraji P. Henson took on the makeover as part of HGTV’s show “Celebrity IOU.”

The DIYer has great tips for making a cool ‘70s vibe work in 2023 without feeling like a time capsule.

The new look strikes the perfect balance of welcoming and private.

Paint and a new ceiling are total game-changers for this once-brown and drab porch.

It’s renter-friendly, too!

According to trendspotters, the porch is taking priority over the backyard in 2023 — after all, it’s where the first impression is made.

This is a DIY anyone can do.

The falling-down fence and mushy ground spots had to go.

These homeowners daydreamed about all the cool things they could do with their ample space.

This clever DIYer “shopped” free resources to turn her unwelcoming balcony into a cheery hangout.

If you want to revive a tired outdoor space, paint is the way to go.

I’ve always loved the concept of having seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces — and a few weekends worth of DIYs helped me make my own.

Sweat equity and a little creativity go a long way in transforming this dreary space into a must-see hangout.

This family's yard redo offers multiple hangout spots that help them take full advantage of their outdoor space.

This 1957 ranch's warped garage looks way more sophisticated after a major upgrade.

This outdoor space went from a dead patch of grass to a cozy boho-style family hangout.

This bummer space got a beautiful new look.

Some clever additions make this standard-issue balcony feel like a custom cozy retreat.

"The whole setup with the repotting of the plants took me less than three hours," this renter says.

This balcony is small but mighty.

Renters and owners with small balconies: This one's for you! "I feel like I am escaping the city and have a relaxing space away from the hustle down below," this DIYer says of her redo.

This chic shed will make you want to start gardening immediately.

This makeover turns a bare rooftop into hangout central.

The "old, creaky, and slanting" deck was causing major problems before.

You've got to see the refurbished outdoor tub.

No space is too small to enjoy al fresco dining, sipping, reading, or relaxing.

A pro painter completed this project for his own home, and he's got tips to share.

Ali Wong give her best friend's backyard a makeover with the help of the Property Brothers.

"I have always dreamt about having a beautiful backyard that feels like an oasis," this DIYer says. See how she made it happen.

"It had never been landscaped previously," this homeowner says of her overgrown backyard. Now, it's well-manicured with great spots for entertaining.

It's not too soon to start thinking about your outdoor plans this spring, and this is just the project to inspire you.

"It changed the look of our backyard completely," this DIYer says of her shed facelift.

Budget-friendly items and clever touches deck out this small outdoor space and create two distinct zones.

A smart new layout makes more room for this family's favorite activities.

It just took some strategic updates to turn this shed into a design focal point.

A few DIYs made a big difference.

This outdoor space feels like a vacation.

There's a dream patio hidden under all that foliage.

"I love how it truly feels like an outdoor extension of our home," the homeowner says.

This balcony looks like it's fit for a beach resort.

If warm weather has you itching to redo your outdoor space, take inspo from this gorgeous redo.

The whole family pitched in to make this cozy outdoor living room.

This modern redo makes the whole outdoor living area sing.

All it needs now is a margarita.

The savings left them with the budget for brand new furnishings, too.

This DIYer shows off some smart ideas for hiding weird design quirks.

It went from blah to bold, and only took about two days.

It's "almost like gaining a new room to the house," the homeowner says.

Wait until you see the electric pergola.

This patio is a smart transformation for an unused space.

From front porches to back patios, these are the very best outdoor redos editors saw this year.

Front porches are all about creating welcoming entry to your home. But sometimes it takes a little work to create the inviting space of your dreams.

It's way more welcoming now.

This chic redo only required a drill and an Allen wrench to get the job done.

Now it's a space that gets year-round use.

When in doubt, add more plants.

Inspiring redos that make the most of all available square footage.