Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

The Ms. Cheap Porch, Patio and Balcony Makeover contest challenged readers to share creative ideas for spiffing up a porch, patio or balcony without spending a wad of money. Just in time for spring, I ...

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