Top Deck Design Trends for 2025 to Inspire Central Maryland Homeowners

Photo of a screened-in, covered deck that is raised with a patio and fire pit and built-in seating

Homeowners in Central Maryland are preparing for spring and summer with new deck projects that add comfort and value to their properties. North American Deck and Patio helps make these decisions easier by showing what’s new, what works, and what lasts. Deck design trends are shifting toward layouts that support more activities, require less maintenance, […]

Pergola vs Gazebo: Which is Best for You?

Pergola vs Gazebo Which is Best for You

A pergola is an outdoor structure that has columns that support a grid-like roofing system. The roof is usually left open aside from the grid beams. A gazebo, on the other hand, is a hexagonal or octagonal-shaped structure that has a closed roof and open sides. While these two structures are similar, they have some […]

How to Budget for a New Sunroom

How to Budget for a New Sunroom

The national average cost of building a three-season sunroom ranges from $35,000 to $45,000. The lowest amount of money people tend to build sunrooms is about $8,000 while the highest cost for building one is around $90,000.  Regardless if you’re planning on building a sunroom around the minimum national cost or want to build one […]