15+ Outdoor Fire Features That Will Warm Up Your Yard
Is there any sound or smell more evocative of summer nights than an outdoor fire?
Outdoor fire features provide more than just warmth, and have become a staple feature in modern outdoor design and landscaping. From cozy firepits on chilly spring evenings to modern gas fire bowls at summer BBQs, consider adding an outdoor fire feature to your backyard this season. Scroll down for inspiration from the pages of H&H!
The porch of this cottage comes complete with a built-in fireplace and loggia to give a little shelter during the shoulder seasons.
House & Home October 2021
A gas Corten steel fire table is set against natural black stones and concrete pavers for a contemporary look.
House & Home July/August 2021
Rather than run a gas line from the house to the firepit, these homeowners powered up theirs by concealing a propane tank under the flip-up bench.
House & Home June 2021
The only thing better than hanging out by this stone firepit beneath a pergola is a glass of wine to go with it.
House & Home May 2021
Fire features come in a variety of shapes and styles, like this enclosed one that’s reminiscent of a miniature lighthouse. A nearby stack of freshly cut wood ensures the homeowners are always prepared for an impromptu campfire.
House & Home July/August 2020
With exposed wood beams and a massive stone fireplace, you might have mistaken this screened porch for an indoor room.
House & Home July/August 2020
The exterior stone hearth in this West Vancouver home is so grand it looks like it belongs in an old manor. The homeowners cleverly built it into the retaining wall, creating the perfect spot for outdoor dining.
House & Home March 2020
What’s better than a firepit right on the lake? We’ll wait.
House & Home June 2019
A stone fire bowl and four Muskoka chairs are you all you need to bring the cottage straight to your city backyard.
House & Home May 2019
A cluster of garden gnomes and a forest in the background give this fire bowl setup a whimsical vibe.
House & Home May 2019
Former House & Home editor Morgan Michener’s cabin has a firepit at the front surrounded by grey-hued Muskoka chairs to match the exterior.
House & Home October 2018
Who says firepits need to be rustic? This low profile brick surround firepit with modern Muskoka chairs feels cool and contemporary.
House & Home May 2019
This sprawling property has plenty of space to entertain, including a pavilion complete with a gas fireplace and a television mounted above.
House & Home My 2018
This flagstone patio is accented with a sculptural firepit and modern lounge chairs to create an intimate city escape.
House & Home September 2017
This family created a quintessential campfire setting on their property that’s perfect for entertaining on long summer nights. For larger crowds, wooden stumps serve as additional seating.
House & Home September 2017
This family went for a classic firepit that fades into the rock terrace and allows the focus to be on the views.
House & Home August 2016
This gas firepit (right) keeps the patio warm and inviting all year round, no matter the temperature.
House & Home April 2016
Avoid pesky mosquito bites by integrating a fireplace directly into your screened porch. This indoor-outdoor Muskoka room features a stone hearth that soars to the vaulted ceiling, and an all-blue palette that echoes the lake views.
House & Home June 2015