Write for us

Clever Outdoor Living welcomes clear, original proposals about planning, furnishing, planting, care and seasonal use of outdoor home spaces. We are interested in pieces that help readers make sense of a choice without requiring specialist credentials or hazardous work.

What makes a useful pitch

Start with a specific reader question and the answer your proposed piece would help them reach. Explain why the subject suits a patio, balcony or garden, what the piece would cover, and how it differs from material already on the site. A strong proposal has a clear scope, explains terms, weighs relevant options and avoids treating one household's needs as universal.

Topics and approach

We welcome explanatory pieces, careful comparisons, planning ideas, routine care and seasonal approaches that readers can adapt to their own spaces. We do not seek unsafe repair instructions, structural checks, electrical or gas work, hazardous-material handling, or claims that depend on professional assessment or local rules. Do not submit invented experience, unsupported claims or material you do not have permission to share.

How to send a proposal

Send pitches through the Contact page and choose the editorial question option. Include a working title, a short outline, the intended reader and any sources or images you propose to use. A proposal is not an accepted assignment, and the editorial team may suggest changes before considering a piece.