If you have a flat roof on your house, a deck can provide a relaxing outdoor space—and add value to your home. Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, ...

People who live on the water spout the benefits: Bird-watching out the backdoor while sipping morning coffee. Daylong restful river views, then ending the evening with a stress-reducing kayak ride.

Looking for floating deck ideas to make your backyard more usable? Unlike primary decks that are usually elevated and have railings, floating decks are typically smaller, low to the ground, and open ...