While privileged with a dynamic view of the trees and skyline, the homeowners of this 1890s row house in Brookline seldom used their roof deck. “It was accessible only by a ladder-type stair on the ...

If you have a flat roof on your house, a deck can provide a relaxing outdoor space—and add value to your home. Outdoor space is always a good thing in a home. No matter how nice your interiors are, ...

Get a compelling long read and must-have lifestyle tips in your inbox every Sunday morning — great with coffee! Underutilized outdoor space is a good problem to have. But it’s not always easy to see ...

Add shade to your existing deck or patio with this metal gazebo which comes with screens to keep bugs out in the evening. It has a metal frame and canopy. “It was just what I was looking for no more ...

There are horror stories of months-long wait times to secure a roof-deck permit in Washington—and of illegal monstrosities erected by less-than-considerate neighbors. But building a retreat among the ...

The roof is a major design element of your house. But let’s not forget its primary purpose: To protect you and your belongings from rain, wind and weather in general. Whether you’re building a new ...