Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. three spaces designed with decking steps (Alamy/Yardzen/CladCo) If your backyard is split level or terraced, you can use decking ...

Your backyard is an extension of your home. Your deck is a place for gathering, entertaining, sunbathing, and making memories. When it comes to backyard deck designs, if you’re in need of some ...

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.

A deck can beautifully bridge the gap between indoors and out, providing an inviting, comfortable space from which to enjoy your backyard. And far from being a basic rectangle at the back of the house ...

Covered decks are the perfect way to add an extension to your house and create extra space for leisure and entertaining, all the while seamlessly blending the indoors and outdoors. "Having a covered ...

The space beneath your deck may not be the most functional or visually appealing area. However, you can easily transform this unused space into a practical storage solution with various options for ...

In my time building decks in the Pacific Northwest, some themes have emerged. After a while, you can tell at a glance when a deck will have problems down the road. Here are some of the major lessons ...

I asked an interior designer how I could style my outdoor space, which is a large empty deck. She suggested dividing it into sections: one for grilling, one for lounging, and one for dining. The ...

This article offers eight practical money-saving tips to help you design and build your dream deck or outdoor space without overspending. From choosing budget-friendly materials and using DIY ...

The little wooden bridge spanning a creek in my front yard is one of the highlights of my property near Leavenworth. The kids love to drop little boats into the water and watch them float away. In the ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 27th installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary about renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first one here. They also blog at ...