Personal style plays a major role in so many of our expenditures, but in the backyard, we often settle for a plain wooden platform with zero personality. Why? Deck styles vary as much as hair styles: ...

A stylish deck creates a smooth transition between the indoor and outdoors, making it easier to gather and entertain in the open air. From backyard decks for lounging and dining to pool decks, ...

Dear Bonnie: With a sloping backyard close to the same height as the first floor as yours, it is trickier to build the support structure for the deck. Another option is a slightly raised deck, but you ...

In summer, deck living is everything, so it's a good idea to take a moment to check if this key outdoor space is reaching its full potential in your own garden. If you decide your deck is currently ...

When you picture yourself relaxing at home in your happy place, you may very well envision lounging on your deck. But when it comes to deck ideas to reinvigorate the oft overlooked renovation spot, ...

LANCASTER IN STYLE, PART 33: BI-LEVEL AND SPLIT-LEVEL, 1960s-80s. Post-World War II housing offered an opportunity to experiment with new design ideas for the emerging “nuclear family.” With few ...