The layout of your deck sleepers will depend on the layout of your decking. If you want a standard decking design — all the deck boards running one direction — all you need are rows of parallel ...

From space-saving furniture pieces to creative styling tips, these projects prove that bigger isn’t always better ...

Q: I want the children to spend more time in our yard. We have a patio, but it is awfully warm in the sun. How can we design a deck adjacent to the house so it won't get uncomfortably hot? A: A ...

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 ...

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.

Spring is here and homeowners are ready to make the most of their outdoor living spaces. Current outdoor living trends focus on several areas, including heating, lighting, dining and multi-level ...

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.