Planning an Outdoor Space: Safety Measures and Tips for Peace of Mind
As detailed in my last article, considering all the “could haves” when planning an outdoor space is the fun part. Dreaming of outdoor home theaters, retractable roofs, and pizza ovens is all fine and good, but don’t forget the importance of safety when planning an outdoor space.Read more
Planning an Outdoor Space: The Must-Have Essentials for Every Outdoor Space
Proper preparation when planning an outdoor space will ensure a personal retreat that meets all your needs, expresses personal style and provides long lasting enjoyment. This requires you give careful consideration to the ‘must-haves’ in the space before letting your imagination run wild with thoughts of outdoor home theaters, pizza ovens and built-in wine coolers (this last one may be an…
Planning an Outdoor Space: Creating a Space that is One with Nature
For most people, the only chance to appreciate nature is when they have planned a camping trip, a hike or an exotic vacation. These experiences are definitely worthwhile, but why not have a personal slice of nature just a few steps outside your door. When planning an outdoor space, take a moment to see what the space already offers. Perhaps you have a magnificent oak tree but it interferes with a…
Hardscaping Design: How to Give your Outdoor Space Contrast and Form
For most homeowners, the first stages of an outdoor renovation project are devoted entirely to laying out a landscaped paradise. However, the potential of an outdoor space can be maximized if a little more consideration is afforded to creating a complimentary hardscaping design. Despite being a rather unfamiliar term, especially in comparison to its verbal counterpart, hardscaping design can play…
5 Ideas for Making a Big Impact in a Small Outdoor Space
Creating an outdoor space for a small yard or patio can be challenging; however there are several ways to make every inch count. No need to despair because space is limited. You can still incorporate many of the design elements used in larger outdoor spaces in a small outdoor space if you know a few simple design tricks. Read more
3 Ways to Add Privacy to Your Outdoor Space
Whether you live in suburbia or an urban environment, space and privacy are at a premium, especially when it comes to your outdoor space. As you begin to explore options in creating a getaway in your backyard or on your patio, you can leverage some creative ideas that give you the ambiance and beauty you need while optimizing your privacy in a public or semi-public setting.Read more
Four Tips on Softening Transition to Your Outdoor Space
Outdoor spaces are becoming an essential part of many homes, serving as pivotal a purpose as any kitchen or living room. One way in which homeowners can optimize this addition to their home is by softening the transition from the indoor space to the outdoor one, making these exterior spaces as intrinsic and organic a part of a home as any other room in a house.Read more
Five Tips For Creating The Ultimate Outdoor Dining Experience
Are you ready for summer entertaining in your backyard or outdoor space? The arrival of warm weather makes entertaining or holding a dinner party outdoors a top priority for many homeowners. How can you get your outdoor space in tip top shape and ready for dinner under the sun and stars? Here are five tips for optimizing your outdoor dining experience al fresco.Read more
Pergolas or Patio Covers: How to Choose The Right Shade Solution
For those of you looking into outdoor shade solutions for your backyard, you may have already encountered pergolas and patio covers. Choosing between these two options can be difficult - they seem to share several of the same benefits. How can you choose between a pergola and a patio cover?Read more
Garden Structures: Top 5 Most Popular
Anyone who has ever been into the garden section of a home supply store has probably heard the term "gazebo" before. If you were pressed, however, to define exactly what a gazebo is, or even how it differs from a pergola, would you be able to? Before deciding on the right solution for your backyard space, it is important to know the difference between the various garden structures on the market…