All too often, homeowners who are looking to spend more time outdoors with family and friends add a deck or patio without giving it much thought or planning. Before you jump into simply adding a place to relax and entertain outside, it's wise to take some time to think about...
Outdoor Living Spaces Tips & Trends
More than 2 years of 'pandemic living' has taught us many things - one of them being that there is no place like home. As people spent more time at home, many realized they weren't truly making the most of their space. From 2020 until now, there has been a...
Planning Your New Patio
When it comes to enjoying outdoor spaces, nothing beats a beautiful, spacious patio. Patios offer spaces to sit and relax with friends and family, a tranquil spot to read, a place to watch kids play, or just a space to enjoy the outdoors. If you're considering installing a patio on...
Add Value to Your Home with a Backyard Patio
When it comes to making your home attractive to potential buyers, outdoor living spaces are high on the list of must-have's. In an article on Kiplinger.com*, treasurer of the National Association of Realtors and CEO of McGrew Real Estate Mike McGrew, notes that it's important for homeowners not to neglect the...
Four ways to rock your garden
Want to give your garden a little flair? Utilizing organic materials such as rocks, boulders and pebbles may be just the thing to enhance the natural beauty surrounding your abode. Let a river run through it. While some might hope for an actual river in their yard, we’re speaking about...
TV Everywhere: How to Take Your Fall Football Viewing Party Outside
Fall means football. While there’s no doubt that attending an NFL game and tailgating with friends is a blast, watching at home can be just as entertaining. That’s because more and more people are enhancing patios with an outdoor media area. Thinking about creating a cozy outdoor space to watch...
Lighting the Way: Three Ways to Illuminate Your Landscape
Landscape lighting can enhance your home’s features and overall value, while also providing important safety features. The ambiance it can add is pretty cool, too. Not sure what options are available? You won’t be in the dark for long when you check these cool outdoor lighting ideas for the backyard....