That’s why so many homeowners are incorporating fire-in the form of an outdoor fireplace, fire pit, heater, or chimenea-into their landscaping plans. Any one of these options can serve as the focal point in a cozy outdoor living space where you can enjoy evenings outdoors with friends or family under the stars amid the natural sounds of the night.

Besides a welcoming glow, these devices also provide heat and a means for cooking on your patio or deck or in your yard well into the fall and earlier in the spring, times usually regarded as off-season in most places.