Outdoor living is a must for many homebuyers today. For homeowners planning to stay put, perfecting the yard, patio or porch for relaxation, meals and entertainment is at the top of home improvement ...

In the early days of the pandemic—back when many people were only leaving their homes when it was absolutely necessary—having any type of outdoor space made a big difference, and helped people feel ...

Q. I have a wood deck that receives intense sunshine during the middle and late part of the afternoon. Mosquitoes and flies that call my back yard home also pester us constantly when we are on the ...

“The thing that everyone wants since Covid,” says Anthony Wilder, “is a screened porch, a puppy, and maybe a pool.” The architect checked at least one of those boxes for clients in Bethesda who sought ...

Before air conditioning became widely available, screened porches were the sought-after place to escape summer heat. Ceiling fans circulated cooler air, wicker and wrought-iron furniture with plump ...

It’s summertime, and many homeowners want the convenience of entertaining on their patio without worrying about insects and the elements. And when it comes to porch enclosures, options abound, each of ...

YEARS AGO, when I floated the idea of a screened-in porch to my opinionated, renovation-savvy friends, some thought it frivolous. One considered the plan old-fashioned. “I don’t get it,” she said. But ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Ready for a burst of rest and relaxation? We've gathered our 30 favorite screened-in porch ideas from the ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Fall is a great season for a screened porch. Spring is equally a wonderful time of year for a porch, and even summer can be enjoyable. Why are screened porches so appealing? A ...

As exciting as the warm weather can be, lounging outside all day requires setting some boundaries. Enter screened in porches! These breezy extensions of your home allow you to appreciate your outdoor ...