Anyone with a strong back can stack up a bunch of blocks and build a pretty retaining wall. But it takes skill and planning ...

There are several places on our westward-facing exterior wall where the plaster on the inside wall bubbles up. I've tried scraping, patching and repainting, but it always comes back.

Install 2×6 caps on the tops and undersides of the clad walls using exterior-grade wood glue and countersunk three-inch screws. Align them so the edges are flush with the 6×6 posts.

For many of us, the season for outdoor living is tragically short. Here, the interior design moves that make a destination of what pros are now calling your ‘exterior room.’ ...

Designing an outdoor kitchen that wows guests, transforms a backyard and adds space for entertaining is a recipe for home improvement success.

Outdoor events provide some of the most exciting and engaging experiences for both organizers and participants. Whether it’s a community fair, sports tournament, trade show, or company picnic, hosting ...

Homeowners are increasingly building outdoor seating areas. According to Joshua Twinomurinzi, a landscaper, these corners also act as prayer altars and fellowship meeting places.