Investing in an outdoor living space can be a game-changer. Adding a deck, porch, or patio creates the opportunity for ...

Now’s the time to get in shape for summer. No, we’re not talking about hitting the gym to French twist or yoga surf your way to a bikini bod, but something equally important … ensuring your deck or ...

Formulating a homemade deck cleaner or patio scrub is not only simple, but it's often more economically and ecologically friendly than what you find in the aisle of your grocery store. Next time it's ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

If you're a homeowner with nothing special outside your back door, you've probably felt the pang of patio or deck envy. You go to a friend's house, and he has an incredible layout in his backyard.

The space beneath your deck may not be the most functional or visually appealing area. However, you can easily transform this unused space into a practical storage solution with various options for ...

When the weather turns nice outdoors, no one wants to be cooped up indoors. Adding a patio or deck can extend your living space outside and bring a new dimension to your entertainment venue options.