Explore the role of architectural fashions in current designs through 5 home styles that bridge past and present

Clever homeowners find ways to repurpose chairlift seats indoors and out

Learn about designing and building a porch for your home, including choosing materials and hiring pros

Did you live through the noise and dust during your project, rent a place or camp in your backyard? Tell us your story

Remember the good old days, when porches offered front-row seats to street scenes? They can be even better today

Warm summer evenings are meant for porch swings. Hanging one from a porch or an arbor is a fairly easy weekend project

See how a vintage midcentury piece was saved from the dumpster and given a second life in a bold new fabric

Here are 5 budget-friendly ways to give your porch a makeover in time for warmer days

Learn how to balance your budget and set priorities to get the home features you want with the least compromise

See where it makes sense to invest in durable essentials and focal pieces, and where to economize on other things