Outdoor Living Tips

3 Recipes for a Romantic Valentine's In Your Backyard
Crave and Cook blogger Virginie Degryse walks us through three flavorful and easy-to-make recipes for a romantic dinner (and dessert) in your backyard.

Weekend Highlights: Our New Florida Neighborhood Showroom Parties
We’ve officially arrived in Florida, with new Neighborhood Showrooms open for visits in Miami and Boca Raton. Here are a few highlights from our amazing Hosts' backyard parties to mark the occa...

Stay-At-Home Backyard Activities for Families
With all of this extra time around the house, why not get creative with the everyday resources in your backyard? Terry shares some outdoor activities that not only fill the hours, but offer new...

What It’s Like to be a Neighborhood Showroom Host
When we began to revolutionize the furniture retail model, we had to enlist a truly special community of neighborly partners (with, of course, gorgeous backyards). Through Outer, Hosts connect ...

Dine Outdoors Tonight: 3 Delicious Pantry-Staple Recipes
Three meals a day, seven days a week — all at home — is no easy feat. Here are 3 recipes ideal for those hectic weeknights, or when you're running low on supplies and fresh ingredients.

8+ Ways to Lighten Your Footprint and Embrace (Positive) Pandemic Habits, with 5 Gyres
This year we pledged to give back 1% of our total sales revenue, by joining 1% For The Planet, a global movement inspiring businesses to support the environment. We spoke with 5 Gyres Co-Founde...

My First 2 Weeks with an Outer Sofa: Boca Raton
We asked Host Michelle Olson-Rogers from Boca Raton, Florida to document her first two weeks with her new Outer set. From morning coffee to nights by the fire, the new seating arrangement broug...

Co-Founder and Chief Design Officer, Terry Lin, shares about Outer's journey towards a sustainable future.

Outer Charity Raffle for the Planet
We're proud members of 1% for the Planet, and we have partnered with the incredible nonprofit, the 5 Gyres Institute, to support their efforts to reduce plastic pollution. Learn how you can joi...

A Celebration of Small Businesses
We are thrilled to feature a dozen-plus of our own Neighborhood Showroom Hosts from across the country who are also small business owners for this year's Small Business Saturday. Read through t...

Let us help create the backyard of your dreams in 2021.

Inside Elshane’s California Backyard
The influencer and Host shares why she loves Outer

Outer x Solo Stove: Backyard Bliss Is In the Details
Making simple, ingenious products that are a joy to use is a passion of ours. Read on to learn more about when it comes to making getting outside simply joyful, the bliss is in the details.

Sign up for Outer's April Livestream
Join us for an exclusive Outer livestream. Learn how to maximize your outdoor space with a beautiful balance of functionality and creative flair.

Taking baby steps is a key part of Outer's mission and values. We can all do our part - however big or small - to build better habits that make a positive change for the generations to come.

Extending the Season: How To Create a Year-Round Outdoor Living Space | Outer
Discover how to enjoy your outdoor space all year long with Outer’s year-round outdoor furniture. Explore teak sofas, fire pits, dining tables, and easy-care designs that make every season feel lik...

Small Spaces, Big Style: How to Maximize Your Balcony or Compact Patio | Outer
Transform your compact patio or balcony with small patio furniture ideas from Outer. Discover timeless teak designs, modular layouts, and easy-care pieces that make every inch of your outdoor space...

How To Create a Cozy Outdoor Dining Experience This Fall | Outer
Bring warmth and ease to your patio this season with sustainable materials, thoughtful design, and cozy outdoor dining ideas that make every gathering feel special.

How Outer & One Tree Planted Are Working Together to Fight Deforestation
At Outer, we believe we have a responsibility to help protect the planet so that future generations can continue to enjoy it. As proud members of 1% For The Planet, we partnered with environmen...

Brick Patio Ideas with Fire Pit | Thoughtful Outdoor Living by Outer
Discover how a brick patio with a fire pit transforms outdoor living. Explore design, materials, and care tips from Outer to create a timeless space built to last.

In the Ground Fire Pit Ideas | Outer
Discover in-ground fire pit ideas that combine warmth, comfort, and sustainability. Learn how thoughtful design and durable materials make outdoor living effortless with Outer.

Square Fire Pit Patio Ideas | Outdoor Design Inspiration from Outer
Explore square fire pit patio ideas that blend comfort, balance, and sustainable design. Discover how Outer makes life outdoors effortless and inviting.

Outer and Whalebone Want to Make Your Summer Even Brighter
Whalebone is a New York–based multi-hyphenate brand that runs a print magazine, two brick-and-mortar shops (including The Boneyard in Montauk), a radio station, a daily newsletter, and so much ...

What Father's Day Means To Our Founders
This Father’s Day, we asked our founders to reflect on what it means to be a dad in this day and age.

Why You Should Book An Outer Design Consultation
Here at Outer, we're always looking for ways to help you maximize life outside. That's part of the reason we're pleased to offer Design Consultations, in which our team of in-house exterior des...

Bringing the Indoors Out: How to Create an Outdoor Living Room That Feels Like Home
Discover how to create an outdoor living room that blends comfort and design. Explore Outer sectionals, coffee tables, and rugs that bring the comfort of indoors outside.

Elevate Your Evenings: Create a Cozy Outdoor Lounge You’ll Love Year-Round | Outer
Elevate Your Evenings: Create a Cozy Outdoor Lounge You’ll Love Year-Round | Outer There’s something about the calm of evening that invites you to slow down — the light softens, the air cools, an...

Big News: We've Opened Our 1,000th Neighborhood Showroom... and Counting!
Celebrating the launch of 1,000 Neighborhood Showrooms!


Design Inspiration: Our 1188 Rugs In Real Life
Our best-selling rugs are back in stock--and here's a look at how the Outer community makes them their own!

Expert Backyard Bonfire Ideas For A Party To Remember
Looking for crowd-pleasing ideas for your upcoming backyard bonfire? The outdoor living experts have compiled several pro tips to set you up for success!

Outer Raises Funding to Expand Product Offering
A note from our founders

Introducing Outer’s New LA Hometown Campaign
We're proud to be born and based in Los Angeles, the greatest city in the world for outdoor living

10 Backyard Ideas For An Outdoor Space Your Family Will Love
In need of some backyard ideas to make the most of your outdoor space? Outer has you covered with our favorite tips to bring life back outside!

Outer Is Officially Climate Neutral Certified
A major milestone for combating climate change

Black Friday Goes Green As Outer Aims to Plant 1 Million Trees
We're doing things a little differently this year.

7 Gifts for Every Outdoor Enthusiast on Your List
From Bug Shield Blankets to outdoor projectors, we've got you covered!

6 Ideas for Holiday Entertaining Outside
Top picks from our Neighborhood Showroom Hosts

13 Easy Backyard Makeover Ideas To Spruce Up Your Outdoor Space
Want to remodel your outdoor living space? Read these backyard makeover ideas to help you create a dream space where you can relax and unwind.

Here’s What’s Trending in 2022 Landscape Design
An insider look at what’s sure to be trending this year and beyond from our friends at Tilly.

5 Outer Backyard Makeovers to Inspire You
We've rounded up the most awe-inspiring backyard renovations from our Neighborhood Showroom hosts to get you inspired this year.

4 Backyard Date Night Ideas Just in Time for Valentine’s Day
We’ve got four creative ways to express your adoration and loving gratitude, all from the comfort of your own backyard.

Top Features To Look For In Patio And Outdoor Dining Sets
Patio dining sets are the perfect way to comfortably seat your guests for every occasion. Check out our guide on how to get the best set for your yard.

Kelly Bontrager's Wow-Worthy Backyard Renovation
Kelly Bontrager tells us all about her outdoor life, why Outer was exactly what she was looking for, and how to create an outdoor sanctuary you’ll use year-round.

10 Cozy Patio Ideas For An Outdoor Space You'll Love
Explore functional and stylish ways to add warmth and comfort to your outdoor space with these cozy patio ideas that help you live better, outside.

25 Fun Backyard Games The Whole Family Will Enjoy
Searching for fun backyard games that the whole family can enjoy? As outdoor living experts, we’ve got you covered! Here are 25 of our favorites.

Environmental Nonprofits To Support For Earth Day 2022
We’re highlighting a few amazing, Earth-minded non-profits that we know and support, to inspire you to protect our environment for future generations.

10 Easy Backyard Party Ideas For The Best Outdoor Get-Togethers
Searching for fun backyard party ideas that are easy to set up and won’t blow the budget? Outer’s got you covered with these 10 simple themes!

Outer Named One of Inc.’s Best Workplaces in 2022, Two Years Running
These are the people who make Outer what it is today—and make “going to work” everyday such a pleasure.

18 Ideas For Patio Accessories To Liven Up Your Outdoor Space
With patio accessories like lighting, pillows, and mirrors, turn your patio into an inviting outdoor living space to enjoy with family and friends.