Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

The most effective decking cover ideas will max up your deck's potential, especially if you feel it's an under-utilised space during certain times of the year. While it is often the place to be during ...

What Is a Floating Deck? Despite its name, a floating deck (AKA a ground-level or a freestanding deck) isn’t found on water. It’s actually a low-deck platform that can be placed anywhere in the yard.

TRAVELERS REST — The lumber came from California, where the trees are dense and produce wooden planks more resistant to the forces of sun and rain. It took a year to build, with one set of steps ...