Ft Lauderdale Lifestyle Blog

More homeowners extend their living space to the backyard

It's one of her favorite rooms in the house, where Katherine Whiteside often cooks and entertains. Half inside and half outside, the gardening writer's outdoor room is outfitted with appliances and her cherished barbecue. Patio heaters in the arts-and-crafts style complement her circa-1920 home, while an L-shaped couch provides seating for guests. The room may be expected in warm-weather states, where outdoor living is commonly a year-round experience. Whiteside's house, however, is located in upstate New York. See full story.