A coffee table that doubles up not only as a fire pit but also as a drink cooler and barbecue... That's our kind of fire pit garden. Nod to luxury a little more by choosing the finishing rattan weave ...

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Keep it budget-friendly by going au naturel with stones and stumps for your fire pit and seating. Design your fire pit area as you would a room and define the space with a stone or brick "rug." Throw ...

6. Gather the logistics "Outdoor fire pits offer an ideal gathering spot for guests, but with the array of options, it can be hard to know where to begin," says Anne Colby, a Houzz home design expert.