You love having an outdoor kitchen or sitting area on your backyard patio or deck. The only problem is the lack of shade. You would enjoy your outdoor living space a lot more if it weren’t so darn hot. Adding an outdoor structure like a pergola can provide you with much-needed relief from the sun. You may not realize that...
“Privacy is paradise.” - Holly Hunter You have a spacious backyard with a large patio or deck that would be perfect for entertaining or just hanging out. The only problem is that it lacks privacy by blocking their view. You aren’t looking to be the neighborhood entertainment. The only solution is to create some privacy. There are various ways you...
Wouldn’t it be nice if you had a shady spot to relax in your backyard? A pavilion will give you a covered and protected place that you can turn into a backyard retreat. It will give you more shade and protection than a pergola or gazebo. This protected space will become your favorite place for lounging, relaxing, entertaining, eating, or...
How do you convert your backyard into a stylish outdoor living area without losing its natural charm? Stone pavers can be wonderful alternatives to plain concrete slabs or messy rock mulch. Backyard patio pavers are far from one size fits all. From flagstone to brick and everything in between, there are countless varieties of natural rock available to choose from...
“Life is checkered shade and sunshine.” - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Every sunny day is better with a little shade. But what do you do if your outdoor living space is uncovered, and you need a quick backyard shade solution? Start shopping for a shade sail. Also called sail shades, these fabric canopies are an excellent way to cover a patio,...
“Your home should tell the story of who you are—and be a collection of what you love—brought together under one roof.” - Nate Berkus Just as your home’s interior reflects your personality, your home’s exterior should as well. View an outdoor wall as an extended decorating opportunity and you begin to understand why outdoor rooms are a big decorating trend....
Did you know that residential landscaping can cost upwards of $15,000? While that number is on the high end, it’s clear that designing and executing a beautiful outdoor space doesn’t come cheap! Many homeowners justify this expense with the value improved curb appeal will add to their property. But that does little to ease the mind of any homeowner who...
Recent events have pushed homeowners to find new and versatile ways to utilize their outdoor spaces. In many cases, the solution is to convert all or part of their backyard into an outdoor room. Outdoor rooms aren’t identical to their interior counterparts. They tend to be more casual and built to withstand Mother Nature and all of her abuse. But...
“The simple things are also the most extraordinary things, and only the wise can see them.” - Paulo Coelho Few things are more lowly than the common cinder block. But few things are more adaptable, more transformable than this basic concrete box. From fire pits to planters, from benches to walls, it’s easy and affordable to create something delightfully useful...
Maybe your landscaping feels like it’s missing something. Or maybe you want to increase the diversity of plants and animals living on your property. These are just two of the many reasons to install a backyard pond. Few homeowners realize just how versatile a pond can be until they own one themselves. A backyard pond could be purely ornamental. It...
