Home Decorating Outdoor Living Introducing Outdoor Upgrade, Our New Patio and Deck Video Makeover Series See how design expert Riche Holmes Grant helps people transform their outdoor spaces with $1,000 and a little DIY ingenuity. By Lisa Milbrand Lisa Milbrand Lisa Milbrand has more than 20 years of experience as a lifestyle writer and editor, writing thousands of articles on topics that help people live better and healthier lives for Real Simple, Parents, and dozens of other top publications. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 6, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email We're spending more time outside than ever before, so making your outdoor space more functional, fabulous, and fun is high on everyone's list. But it can be all too easy to blow your patio budget without getting a lot of bang for your buck. (If you've ever priced out patio furniture, you know how quickly it can add up!) Fortunately, Real Simple design expert Riche Holmes Grant is here to help. Check out her weekly makeovers, full of patio design tips and ideas that work for every outdoor space, from the tiniest balcony to the perfect backyard deck. Watch how real people put her vision into action, putting in the hard work to create amazing new outdoor spaces on a budget. Launch Date The first episode of Outdoor Upgrade will be available on April 8—so watch this space for new episodes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit