Ah, the good ol’ summer porch. It’s not just for summer anymore. But upgrading your porch to make it suitable for all seasons (or even just some seasons) comes with a cost. Simply screening in an ...

In a city where Craftsman bungalows are common, a value-enhancing move is to enclose the original porch or add a deck cover to extend seasonal use while increasing overall square footage of a house.

Are you comparing an enclosed vs open porch? Getting this aspect of your home's design right will have an enormous effect not only on its overall appearance, but the porch ideas you opt for will also ...

I have an existing patio at my home that I'd like to enclose with screening and a roof. The rear wall of my house is irregular, the roof is at different heights and one corner of the patio abuts an ...

There are lots of things you need to know before installing a porch – from choosing the best design and material for your home to budgeting and rules and regulations. Before starting to research front ...

An enclosed front porch allows for 3-season use and provides entry into the living room of this home, which has 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and bonus spaces. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS BY KATHY TYLER An ...