Pergola Plants Guide: Shade and Enhance Your Outdoor Space
While many pergola enthusiasts prefer the spare and elegant lines of a pergola without plants, many prefer the lushness and beauty of a growing plant on one of these garden structures. Growing pergola plants can create ambience and provide privacy and shade to pergola owners. For those who love gardening, this addition can also enhance the look and style of a garden.Read more
8 Commercial Case Studies to Inspire Outdoor Coverage
When it comes to adding outdoor coverage to any space, there are a lot of options to choose from. There are awnings, umbrellas, pergolas or even just trees and plants. What if you want something that adapts to your project and is stylish and functional? That's where ShadeFX comes in. We are experts in providing shade solutions for businesses of all types and sizes. This blog post will highlight…
Outdoor Rooms with Indoor Feels
When it comes to outdoor living, homeowners want their space to be as cozy as it would be indoors. The outdoor area should feel like an extension of the indoor living space, designing it to be just as eye-catching, engaging, and welcoming as the inside.
Different elements can help create that indoor feel. Today, these options are readily available through online retailers, many furniture…
10 Types of Backyard Spaces Covered by ShadeFX
Whether you like to read in an outdoor nook, have dinner alfresco-style, or doze off by the pool, adding shade to your backyard enhances your outdoor experience. ShadeFX’s solutions are customized to fit your project, offering shade wherever and whenever it’s needed. Whether it be rooftop, patio or deck, here are ten backyard spaces you can find our products.
1. Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor…
Retractable Canopy, Chicago
For homeowners with small patios or balconies, outdoor design options can seem limited. However, even the smallest slice of outdoor space can be transformed into a functional and tranquil retreat with a few key additions.
These homeowners in Chicago, Illinois, have limited square footage on their top floor balcony. They aimed to make the small space cozy, comfortable, and practical, without…
Six Modern Backyard Design Ideas
Many people throw the term ‘modern’ around when it comes to interior and exterior design, but what really defines a modern space? A modern outdoor patio should have sharp, clean lines and modular forms that can be considered artistic.
Modern spaces also tend to have a great balance of textures and organic materials. A mixture of refined finishes, rustic surfaces, and various clean-cut shapes…
10 Tips to Create a Summer-Ready Patio
When the ice caps start to melt and the temperature rises to an acceptable “cotton tee and jeans” level, it’s time to uncover the patio furniture and get ready for summer. Traditional prep tasks include garden prep, cleaning up debris, power-washing driveways, and clearing your gutters. Once the cleaning is done, it’s time to setup the space so you and your family can enjoy it all summer long.…
Retractable Shades, Fairfax County
When tackling a major outdoor renovation, homeowners usually feel most comfortable choosing a reputable landscape design firm that has years of experience in the industry.
McHale Landscape Design was founded in 1981 by two brothers who knew the value of hard work and accountability. Years later, after expanding the business and adding to their workforce, McHale has established itself as a…
Five Big Ideas to Enhance Small Outdoor Spaces
Homeowners with small outdoor spaces may find it difficult to design a comfortable but stylish backyard that can be used year-round. While a small area may seem restrictive, they lend themselves to cozier arrangements of furniture and decor that create an intimate and relaxing setting.
Whether looking for a place to entertain guests or a retreat to sit back and relax, here are five tips to…
Five Timeless Backyard Design Trends
Trends come and go. We can all think of a few backyard trends that were all the rage for a year or two but are now in the past. Some trends tend to come back in style after a few years, while others stand the test of time. These timeless trends add an entertainment factor, functionality, usability, and top resale value to any backyard. Let’s take a look at five timeless backyard design trends…