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 ...

The Ms. Cheap Porch, Patio and Balcony Makeover contest challenged readers to share creative ideas for spiffing up a porch, patio or balcony without spending a wad of money. Just in time for spring, I ...

You can give an old deck a new look by adding modern railings. This deck design from Supreme Deck Builders features black balusters that give the deck a modern look when combined with wood railings.

Are you planning a new deck or patio soon? There’s a very good chance you’re going to make it too small. I know this based on the thousands of complaints I’ve received over the years from homeowners ...

Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

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.

A Denver area carpentry client of mine was looking at a replacing an old deck. Years and years of weather and a slack maintenance plan had put this deck into a state of ugliness and decay. Its close ...

Stress Less Remodeling can help with your next big home improvement project. If you’re looking to upgrade your driveway, patio, or pool deck, Stress Less Remodeling can help. Stress Less Remodeling is ...

Stress Less Remodeling can take care of your remodeling nightmares. If your driveway, patio, or pool deck is in need of an upgrade, Stress Less Remodeling has your back. Stress Less Remodeling is a ...