An octagonal deck is a classy, decorative, and functional outdoor area that can boost the look of your home. Construct one by following our guide!
Your deck is an ideal spot for entertaining, cooking, and relaxing outdoors. Add style, function, and comfort to your outdoor space with these simple projects.
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva's method for constructing a handsome on-grade deck.
integrating the natural backdrop of the site into the living atmosphere of the interior, the design features bands of windows at different elevations and directions, lending an added sense of depth to the space.
It's not as hard as it looks, and you'll be backyard lounging in no time.
Solarium She Shed & Dancing Deck: I wanted to create a space in my front garden area that I could enjoy all four seasons(I live in the the Northeast US). She Sheds have become popular recently so I thought I'd make one for myself. This is my creation! Read on to see how I put the wh…
I thought I would post details of what we did, the cost for the project and how it has held up for us. Ahem. I meant to post last August. Now it is January 2015 and I am finally getting to this project 🙂 Perfect timing for those that might be considering spring and summer...Read More »
Learn best practices on how to extend a deck so you can upgrade your backyard to be a more attractive, functional outdoor living space.
Get projects, tips and ideas for building and improving your deck and patio using stone, concrete, pavers and outdoor furniture.
Garden Deck With Greenhouse: This is how we created our recently finished hardwood garden deck with greenhouse. We love using the house in the chilly evenings and when it rains. The deck is obviously great when the weather is good, and with trees providing nice shade.
When you hear the phrase mobility equipment accessories, you may not know what people really mean. When we think of mobility equipment, it usually means wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and other such …
For his own home in Mar Vista, architectural designer Mohamed Sharif retained the front portion of a 1940s bungalow and added an L-shaped, two-story volume at the rear that includes a wing for his mother-in-law.
Get 40 design ideas for turning your deck or patio into an outdoor retreat—because the best vacation spot is in your own backyard (or rooftop).
This step by step woodworking project is about two post pergola plans. This is a nice project that anyone can add to their backyard, especially that I've got you covered with step by step instructions and diagrams.
