Explore our diverse ideas for patios, porches, and decks, designed to extend your living space outdoors. From cozy corner seating to expansive deck designs, we inspire you to create inviting open-air retreats.
A well-designed porch is a great place to relax and get some fresh air. If you have an open porch or patio, adding a roof can increase your comfort by adding shade and protection from the elements. The type of porch roof you build depends on the style of your home, the look you’re after, and your local building codes....
Why have wasted space in the backyard? For many families the backyard is destined for the children, so they can play freely, throw balls, and ride their bikes. Children are a priority, we all agree. But why not save some backyard space for a deck, where families can enjoy meals together, and have outside room to rest and entertain? We...
A front porch is part of American tradition. It’s where neighbors gather to chat, parents sit to watch their kids play, and the elderly like to sit on a rocking chair to read and rest. It is your home’s first impression, and you want it to look nice and welcoming. Even if you have a small house, a front porch...
Sitting in the hot summer sun can feel nice. It can also feel unbearably hot. It’s not fun to sit down to a nice dinner and find yourself sweating up a storm. That’s when you know it’s time to take your open concrete patio and turn it into a patio enclosure. Adding a roof means you can enjoy your outdoor...
Having a concrete patio on the back of your house gives you the perfect place for developing your outdoor living space. The concrete is sturdy, durable, and long-lasting. The problem with concrete is that it’s not very attractive. Leaving your concrete bare can bring down your entire outdoor design. Thankfully, there are several ways you can dress up your concrete...
Building a deck onto the exterior of your home can give you additional living space. It makes the most of your property by giving you a place outdoors to gather and entertain. The rich color of the deck adds warmth and natural color to your home's design. Once you've decided on the size and shape, you can get started. However,...
“True luxury is being able to own your time – to be able to take a walk, sit on your porch, read the paper, not take the call, not be compelled by obligation.” -Ashton Kutcher Few things are more pleasing than relaxing on the porch with a book and a beverage on a lazy summer afternoon. But creating the perfect...
“I'm an old-fashioned guy... I want to be an old man with a beer belly sitting on a porch, looking at a lake or something.” - Johnny Depp Having a back porch on your property can give you an outdoor space to enjoy. Done well, and it can add value to your home. Your back porch doesn’t need to be...
Having an outdoor living room or kitchen is great for the outdoor living lifestyle. However, if you want to take your outdoor enjoyment up a notch, what you need is a hot tub. They are better than a swimming pool because their small size makes them easier to fill and maintain. They also don’t take up as much room, so...
“Spending time outdoors makes you feel great.” - Elizabeth Hurley You’ve worked hard to turn your boring concrete patio into a lovely outdoor living space. Perhaps it’s an outdoor kitchen or a cozy outdoor room designed for entertaining with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There’s just one thing missing, a roof. There are patio cover ideas that can...
