Q: I have a good-size patio in the back yard, and I would like to convert a portion of it into a screened porch. Other than buying an expensive kit, how can I build a simple one myself? A: You and ...

A screened-in porch is a true treasure—bringing together the comfort of the indoors with the beauty of the outdoors. It can become a peaceful place to relax, a cozy spot to host loved ones, or even a ...

Outdoor living spaces featured some of the most popular home improvements of the last few years, and the trend isn’t likely to stop soon. But for homeowners, choosing how to extend their outdoor ...

A spacious screen porch addition to a Mediterranean-style home in Vienna has won a national Contractor of the Year Award for Sun Design Remodeling. The indoor/outdoor solution was judged the nation's ...

We have entered the season for seriously planning your home's outdoor spaces, and it’s time to assess the local trends. For starters, the days of the minimal backyard footprint are gone in Fairfax ...

Martha Ballard and Paul Chrenka decided that the best, budget-friendliest place to build a getaway was to attach it to their Minneapolis home. "Since we don't have a cabin Up North, we wanted a screen ...

SAN ANTONIO — Interior designers have preached this for years because it's true: a home's entry sets the tone for the rest of the house. It's the first thing guests see, and it sets their expectations ...

Black and white checkered tiles look great indoors (see: this bathroom, this kitchen, and this other kitchen for proof), but they can elevate outdoor spaces, too. Hello, bistro-inspired balconies and ...