Porches and Patios

Fasten posts for a deck railing you can lean on for years to come by Mike Guertin

Water management is the key to keeping a porch standing for decades by Chris Ermides

Removable window sashes and a weather-ready floor provide a well-insulated room in the winter and a breezy porch in the summer by Mike Neaton

When the weather's right, there's no better place than a porch to enjoy a meal, to watch the kids play, or to entertain friends. Done correctly, a screened porch has plenty of daylight, and offers pleasant views and good ventilation. by Paul DeGroot

A prize-winning deck, art in the garden, a house with a waterwheel, and more. . .

When deciding between permeable or impermeable pavers, consider the material’s cost, installation demands, and environmental impact by Rob Yagid

Although size and style are vital to a successful porch, don't ignore the importance of materials and craftsmanship by Roxana Vargas Greenan

A new home combines privacy, daylight, and durability, and fits comfortably into a traditional neighborhood by Charlie Witzke

Go inside this lakeside cottage to see how massing influences interior shapes  by Jeremiah Eck

If a picture says a thousand words, these before and after photos say a million

Function determines if the patio's surface should be coarse or smooth by Mike Guertin

With the right guidelines, everyone can easily construct and benefit from an accessible entry to their homes by Karen L. Braitmayer

Whether your porch is for shelter, relaxation, or reflection, a world of design choices are await you by James M. Crisp, Sandra L. Mahoney

by Rob Yagid