Being stuck inside all year has created a high-strung desperation to get outside for a lot of us. Now that it’s spring, the grass is getting gorgeously green, outdoor décor is coming out, and everyone is eager to get outside. As the world shifts back to how it once...
Great Outdoors
Tailgating Season Is Here
As summer winds down, we enter into that magical time of the year known as Football Season. Whether you have tickets to the game or not, you can still enjoy the tradition of tailgating on gameday. All around Knoxville, getting together to watch the game is an all-day...
Outdoor Entertaining: Tips for Designing a Great Space
Summer is the perfect time for outdoor entertaining, and now is the perfect time to redesign your space so that you can enjoy it all summer long. Whether you have just moved into a new space or are looking for ways to liven up an old space, we’ve gathered some of our...
Grilling is Never Out of Season
If you’re feeling guilty that you haven’t winterized your grill yet, you can stop. Winter is a great time to grill. If the grill is still calling your name, we have gathered our best tips to help you get started. Plus you will get major props for courageously braving...
Planning Your Summer Garden
Whether you have gardened before or have decided to try growing more of your own food, now is the time to start planning your summer garden. If you start at the right time in the season, you get more out of your garden. We’ve collected some of our favorite tips here...
Top Trends for Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor kitchens are one of the biggest trends in home design because everyone wants to take the party outside. If you are installing or remodeling an outdoor kitchen, we have some of the hottest trends for you to consider. No two outdoor kitchens are the same because...
Freedom for the Outdoor Entertainer
The outdoor kitchen is one of the last great bastions of freedom in the outdoors. But the serious outdoor entertainer considers so much more when hosting friends and family. In order to create an easy cooking experience along with an unforgettable and entertaining...
Fall Fan Entertaining 101
Watching a football game is even better with a house full of friends. This fall open up your doors and invite your friends and neighbors over on game day. Bring the tailgating party indoors with these helpful ideas. The Invitations Set the mood early by incorporating...
Saving the Best for Last: Great Ways to Upgrade the Last Barbecues of the Summer
As the summer winds down, people are planning their last parties. But no one wants to go to the same, old barbecue with the same, old menu you have been eating all summer. We have some great ideas and some of our favorite grilling recipes from MarthaStewart.com to...
Designing Your Next Outdoor Party
As the weather warms up, it’s hard to resist the lure of the outdoors. Entertaining outside is the perfect way to combine a naturally relaxed backyard vibe with the fun of good company, a casual spread, and simple yet comfortable decor. Whether you have a small...
Spring Greens for your Table
Pretty to look at and tasty to eat. For your next dinner party, you’ve created a delicious and seasonal menu, downloaded a mood-setting playlist, and stocked up on great wine, but you still want to add a touch of whimsy to your party that guests will remember. Of...
How to Keep Mosquitoes from Joining your Next Outdoor Party
Spring is just around the corner, and it’s time to start getting your outdoor entertainment space ready. No matter where you live, one guest will always be unwelcome at your outdoor gatherings: the mosquito. If you want to keep them away and add some beautiful plants...