Being outdoors, relaxing in a comfy chair, sipping a cool drink, hanging out with family and friends — that’s living the ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

Homeowners eagerly await the arrival of the warm weather so they can cast off the remnants of cabin fever and bask in the sunshine. However, as summer nears its dog days, the same sun homeowners once ...

Get the most out of your outdoor space this summer by giving yourself a little shade. These patio umbrellas, shades, and awnings will protect you from the sun and keep you cooler through the sunniest ...

The dream of a perfect outdoor space where homeowners can enjoy the beauty of nature while still being completely comfortable is no longer limited to a specific climate or time of year. A ...

The most popular word these days is shade as daytime temperatures in Southern Nevada soar to 110 degrees and above. And patio covers bring relief from the sun while providing a pleasant environment to ...

Melissa is a writer who focuses on home design, trends and projects. She covers content for a variety of sites to help readers navigate everything from finding the right interior color palette to ...