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 ...

If you want to enhance your home's indoor-outdoor living area, one of our favorites ideas is to add a screened-in porch. The change can be almost as dramatic as adding an entirely new room to your ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Outdoor living is a must for many homebuyers today. For homeowners planning to stay put, perfecting the yard, patio or porch for ...

We have entered the season for seriously planning your home's outdoor spaces, and it’s time to assess the local trends. For starters, the days of the minimal backyard footprint are gone in Fairfax ...

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 ...

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 ...

To take her screened-in porch from basic to boho chic, @debvdesignsandhome added a colorful rug, textured pillows and natural ...