Q: I have a good-size patio in the back yard, and I would like to convert a portion of it into a screened porch. Other than buying an expensive kit, how can I build a simple one myself? A: You and ...

“The thing that everyone wants since Covid,” says Anthony Wilder, “is a screened porch, a puppy, and maybe a pool.” The architect checked at least one of those boxes for clients in Bethesda who sought ...

A spacious screen porch addition to a Mediterranean-style home in Vienna has won a national Contractor of the Year Award for Sun Design Remodeling. The indoor/outdoor solution was judged the nation's ...

Outdoor living is a must for many homebuyers today. For homeowners planning to stay put, perfecting the yard, patio or porch for relaxation, meals and entertainment is at the top of home improvement ...

Most of us have spent a lot of time in our homes over the past two years and our living spaces filled multiple roles—school, work, gym, and a place to entertain. And whether it was a backyard party or ...

SAN ANTONIO — Interior designers have preached this for years because it's true: a home's entry sets the tone for the rest of the house. It's the first thing guests see, and it sets their expectations ...

Porches featured in Farmer's book aren't all screened-in. Some are open-air. But being tastefully decorated and dripping with the homeowners' individuality is what they have in common. In a telephone ...

A screened-in porch is a true treasure—bringing together the comfort of the indoors with the beauty of the outdoors. It can become a peaceful place to relax, a cozy spot to host loved ones, or even a ...

During the summer, there's nothing nicer than having an outdoor space perfect for spending your days relaxing. In some places, that's almost impossible, unfortunately. Thanks to annoying insects or ...

As exciting as the warm weather can be, lounging outside all day requires setting some boundaries. Enter screened in porches! These breezy extensions of your home allow you to appreciate your outdoor ...