Outdoor Structures

13 cheap and easy DIY greenhouse ideas, from PVC hoop houses and old-window lean-tos to mini cold frames, plus what to build them from and how big to go.

13 cheap DIY privacy fence and screen ideas for a budget backyard, from lattice panels and bamboo rolls to pallet fencing and living screens.

Chicken run ideas: covered runs, walk-in runs, attached runs, predator-proofing, enrichment, and ground cover for happy backyard chickens.

DIY chicken coop ideas on a budget: pallet coops, shed conversions, playhouse coops, A-frames, and repurposed materials for backyard chickens.

Turkey coop and shelter ideas: roosting space, shed shelters, hoop houses, pasture shelters, fencing, and housing turkeys with chickens.

Winter chicken coop ideas: ventilation, deep litter bedding, windbreaks, heated waterers, safe lighting, and covered runs to keep chickens healthy in cold weather.

13 DIY backyard play ideas, from a simple tree house and swing set to a mud kitchen, plus the safety clearance kids’ play areas need.

13 DIY chicken coop and pen ideas plus an easy duck coop, with real space guidelines per bird so your flock has enough room to stay healthy.

How to build a lean-to roof and a cheap DIY shed: roof pitch, wall heights, rafter spacing, skid foundations and budget-friendly materials.