We’ve definitely seen a strong uptick in clients wanting their outdoor spaces to function 12 months out of the year,” says Tyler Bigham, a principal for Richardson-based Alterra Landscape Design. “In ...

Erin Napier and her husband still get flak for one poor renovation choice in their first-ever "Home Town" episode. We would tackle the porch design differently.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. We need to talk about the fifth wall. For decades, it sat above us…a vast, often neglected plane of white plaster.

Halloween in Colorado’s mountains brings crisp air, early sunsets, and the perfect backdrop for spooky decorations. Mountain homes with their rustic porches offer unique opportunities to create ...

Halloween is right around the corner, and California homeowners are transforming their sunny porches into spooky masterpieces! With our mild October weather, we can go all out with decorations that ...

If your neighborhood has an HOA or a design review board, you might be familiar with some landscaping and architecture rules and regulations. The rules might include things like no chain-link fences, ...

A porch can be a warm and inviting extension of your home, so don't miss the chance to elevate this all-important space. One excellent way to make it stand out is to rethink the ceiling, which can add ...

Across the South, a unique tradition hangs overhead: sky-blue porch ceilings. Whether you’ve noticed them subtly softening the light above a historic wraparound veranda or brightening up a cozy ...

Creating an edible container garden can transform your porch into a vibrant oasis, even if you’re short on space. Imagine fresh home-grown ingredients like basil, cherry tomatoes, and lettuce right ...

Sitting under the shaded porch of a Southern home, your eye may wander and catch a blue colored ceiling above your head - a staple across the South - and people are just finding out why. The hues of ...