The choice between constructing a deck or a patio in a homeowner’s outdoor space often hinges on a variety of factors, not the least of which is the associated cost. Both options provide distinct ...

Spending time with friends, family and neighbors in your own backyard is one of life’s simple pleasures. Relaxing on your patio or deck, enjoying a family barbeque, socializing with friends, lounging ...

While your home's interior obviously has a major impact on its value, many buyers are also looking for a comfortable and long ...

Patio awnings are all the rage as summer approaches. Awnings are having a moment. And it’s no wonder why. For one thing, awnings often pay for themselves in energy savings. Window awnings can reduce ...

Fargo - "Family room" has a different meaning at the Lawrence home. Rick, wife Tiffany and their three sons - Patrick, 8, and twins Thomas and Andrew, 6 - roast marshmallows, grill burgers, soak up ...

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.

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 ...

There was a time, back when Mom and Dad were newlyweds, that patios were everywhere. Baby boomers in the 1950s grew up in suburban, look-alike ranch homes that featured back yards with little concrete ...

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For one thing, awnings often pay for themselves in energy savings. Window awnings can reduce solar heat gain, lowering cooling costs and making buildings more energy-efficient. Plus, patio awnings add ...