With Thanksgiving around the corner and the extended good weather you are enjoying this year, your mind wanders to the idea ...

Outdoor living is a must for many homebuyers today. For homeowners planning to stay put, perfecting the yard, patio or porch for relaxation, meals and entertainment is at the top of home improvement ...

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 ...

For those homeowners looking to add to their livable square footage without costly additions, porches and deck upgrades add more function and charm. Adding charm to a home, these outdoor living areas ...

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 ...

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 ...

Excel Custom Decks announces the expansion of its comprehensive porch installation services, delivering premium outdoor living services to residential properties throughout Wisconsin. With over 25 ...