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A Room Transformed
This elegant living room space had “a long road to travel” to get to its current state. The designer puts it this way . . . “You know those silly…
Second-Story Screened Sunroom
This stunning space offers a private place to relax and enjoy the view from atop a restored Victorian home.
Patio vs. Deck Throwdown
Two Fine Homebuilding editors face off on the pros and cons of these popular exterior spaces.
Add a Belgian-Block Driveway Apron
Learn how to install granite pavers to add style and strength to any driveway. This illustrated tutorial covers every step, from creating a solid base to finishing the mortar joints.
The Particulars of Porch Design
Learn how to nail the details to build a beautiful and functional covered porch; 3 case studies and a checklist of essential questions will help you get the job done right.
Queen Anne Pavilion
Overlooking the Puget Sound on Queen Anne Hill, this garden pavilion is a dramatic modernist treat. On a sloping hillside, the “front” opens up with soaring windows. On the entry…
Little House in the City
A compact home can feel roomy if the living space expands into the yard and the neighborhood around it.
Sheltered From View
A warped timber-frame wall creates privacy and helps to meet setback requirements in a tight neighborhood.
Podcast Episode 127 — “A Flipbook of Houses Coming Together”
Building homes in San Francisco; gables, gables, gables; and scribing, scribing, scribing.
Seaside Sunroom Connects to Dramatic Patio
Flagstones laid in a crescent shape establish the perimeter of this roomy outdoor living space.

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