Whether you're making structural changes or adding a new rug or bistro set, your front porch can be a valuable extension of ...

Sometimes a deadline sneaks up and surprises me. My deadline for the Front Porch column remains constant, but my list of activities doesn’t, so – occasionally – I find myself standing right on top of ...

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 ...

An unexpected professional opportunity recently required my return to Columbus. I was there when the Buckeyes beat the Wolverines, turning the city into a hive of delirious joy, largely because the ...

The front porch is truly your home's first opportunity to make an impression, so you will want to ensure that you put as much thought and care into the design process as possible. Architects and ...

camden, s.c. – With the arrival of spring and the advance of summer, American life shifts toward the porch – at least for those lucky enough to have a sheltered outdoor space, preferably attached to ...

In a recent Dear Annie column, a reader sought Annie's help in dealing with new neighbors who are polite, but very messy.

Want your front porch to look expensive without blowing your budget? Designers say it’s all in the details, and with the right mix of textures, lighting, and thoughtful styling, even the simplest ...

One of my favorite memories as a kid is sitting with my grandpa on the porch of his farmhouse. A train track was clearly visible from about a quarter-mile away. As I sat with him, he’d tell me stories ...

Last Saturday's print edition of the Front Porch column comes after the jump. Front Porch By Ryan Frank The Oregonian Saturday,September 13, 2008 Edition: Sunrise, Section: Business, Page D02 Who's up ...