Our house has a free-standing decorative brick wall with an iron gate. In various places the bricks are crumbling. In some places the entire face of the brick has come off. I do not have enough ...

Brick pavers and decorative concrete have been popular choices for paving projects in Michigan for many years. They both offer unique benefits and can enhance the appearance of pathways, porches, ...

Question: We have a neighborhood problem with kids mashing mailboxes. What do you think about building a decorative brick mailbox and perhaps adding a light? Answer: Your problem is not uncommon.

Dear James: I want to add a decorative brick walkway around my muddy flower gardens. Is this a typical DIY project, or will I need a contractor who uses mortar joints? — Glenn P. Dear Glenn: With ...

The Architects’ Alphabet is a 26-part series describing design elements featured in Gregory J. Scott’s upcoming book “Urban Legend, The Life & Legacy of C. Emlen Urban,” Lancaster’s most renowned ...