RENOVATION PHASE I: Lynn Pyke and Terri Santa Coloma knew 13 years ago when they bought their two-story Arts and Crafts home on Octavia Street that the house needed a generous rear porch to make it ...

When I was 10, my dad fell in love with a charming 1930s house with a big front porch. He simply had to call it home. I wasn’t thrilled with the idea of moving, but once we got settled in the new ...

Dreaming of rocking on your front porch with a cold drink in your hand? You're not alone, and builders are taking note — 67.7% of new, single-family homes built in 2023 included a porch, according to ...

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 ...

Question: I just read an old article in Homes regarding getting rid of the cold room. You seem to be very knowledgeable and I hope that you could solve my dilemma. We have a 55-year-old bungalow and ...

I wasn't thrilled with the idea of moving, but once we got settled in the new house, I couldn't help but love it, too. I adored the old-fashioned charm, including a winding staircase, a big fireplace, ...

“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 ...

Upgrading your outdoor space doesn't have to mean investing in a whole new set of patio furniture. Porch swings add instant appeal to any home, but more importantly, they add comfort and fun to your ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...