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Patio umbrellas are a summer essential — but the standard options are often heavy, awkward, or just plain ugly. This DIY ...

The unofficial symbol of Britain gets a low tech but clever upgrade from household gadgeteers Charles and Marie. Forget all your fancy folding and auto-opening models. What's needed is a built in ...

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Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Pushing an umbrella into the top of this small cube by Japanese studio Nendo keeps it held up vertically without the need for additional support (+ slideshow). The Meji umbrella stand is a ...

Whether it's spring, summer, or autumn, sitting out on the patio in the sunshine, enjoying the comfort of a breeze or the stillness of a summer day is a great way to relax. Your choice in patio ...