Hi! I'm Alexa, author of the blog TheDuvallHomestead.com where I write about farm to table eating and homemade natural living ...

Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...

Question: I asked a contractor to build a set of porch steps using name-brand materials. He made a mess of it and when you step off the last step you trip on a sloped piece of concrete he added. I ...

If you enjoy spending time outside, you’re not alone. Outdoor living spaces are a popular design trend in new home construction and remodeling. Whether you’re remodeling to make your home better ...

Your front porch is the first impression your home makes on guests (or potential buyers if your house is about to hit the market). Sprucing up your front porch steps is an easy way to give your home a ...

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Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...