A boathouse that appears to be floating on the water is one of the most romantic and beautiful forms of architecture, but there are many technical and aesthetic complexities involved in building one correctly. That’s why you’ll want to deal only with builders, engineers, and architects experienced in building...
Some homes are the primary setting for — or even major characters in — the stories of our lives. The place you grew up, your aunt’s house where you learned to swim on muggy summer days, your first apartment in the city — each one is a star that...
A lake house is a great place to unwind, spend time with family and friends and entertain. You want your lake home decor to reflect all of this as well as accenting your home location. Using colors, textures, and accent pieces, you can achieve all of this with flair....
Have you ever been at a backyard cookout where the host keeps dropping his grill tongs and popping inside for a quick update of the game on TV? An outdoor TV would solve his dilemma, and probably be a welcome distraction for guests, as well. Outdoor TVs make an...
Which dock & deck material can withstand the test of time the best? By Randy Vance Boatingmag.com. Anything fresh (a boat, a shirt, a birthday cake) brings immediate gratification. The real test? How excited are you about that new product when it’s old? We inspected some aged docks and...
The cost to build a lake home primarily depends upon the size of the home or square footage, the cost of the waterfront land it sits on and how many custom, top-of-the-line features that are selected. Cost overview The National Association of Home Builders periodically conducts “construction cost surveys”...
Nothing beats the serenity and beauty of lakefront home. The views are out of this world, and there’s something peaceful about the sound and sight of water. But if you plan on building a lake home from the ground up, you should know that you’ve got a challenging road...
Outdoor structures by the lake can provide shade, protection from the elements, and a place for outdoor entertainment. The question is, which one is the right for you? Let’s clear up the confusion surrounding these commonly mistaken architectural structures to make sure that you know the difference between a...
There’s something nostalgic about showering in the great outdoors, something that brings back memories of summers past. Beach trips, summer camp, rustic cabins at the lake and family camping outings are all experiences that evoke a similar wistful longing for seasons gone by. – by Katherine Fulghum Knopf, Small Home Magazine...
