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See how a simple pergola installation can transform an open patio from drab to fab instantly! This patio has come full circle from being an empty patio space to a multi-functioning outdoor space with a pergola installation. Between solid patio covers and an open patio, a pergola patio cover sits prettily in between providing home owners a middle option. Giving shade while keeping your patio open and airy, a pergola becomes a natural fit linking your outdoors and indoors seamlessly. Whether attached or detached to the house exterior, a pergola is also a flexible patio cover, adjusting to the space you need coverage. It can … [Read More…]

Weather can be wishy-washy these days. To fully enjoy your outdoors without worrying about the weather, building a protective roof over your patio is a great solution. Find out the top 5 things you need to know when installing a patio cover for your outdoor space below. Area’s Purpose Are you going to use your patio area to sunbathe? Or will it be your kids or pets new play area? An outdoor dining room perhaps? This will let you know whether your patio should have a transparent, semi-covered, or portable patio cover. Sun’s location Knowing how the sun’s rays affect your patio area as the … [Read More…]

For those who love eating a perfectly grilled steak, and love to cook it, too with their own special sauce concoction, an outdoor grill will spell heaven. If you want to get an idea how to set it up, take inspiration from our past grill projects. Here are 5 grills we have set it up in the past! Back to Basic A basic grill setup like this makes it cost-effective for you to achieve your grill station without breaking the bank. A counter in front can be both a workspace and place to serve your grilled dishes. And with the patio cover providing great shade … [Read More…]

Beat the summer heat with these 5 cool and calm ideas for installing fountains or ponds in your yard. Bring a sense of peace and calm as the burbling waters of your artificial brook give off an ambiance perfect for your relaxation goals! My Cup Runneth Over For those who would like a soothing and symbolical reminder of all the blessings they have received, this small fountain installation is an artistic way to do it. Gaining inspiration from the Bible verse, “My cup runneth over,…” this fountain serves a minimalist reminder that you are blessed despite everything else that is happening in your life. This … [Read More…]

There are five elements which affect your landscape design namely: sun, shade, slope, soil type and drainage. If you’re unsure of how to start planning your landscape design, read through how these 5 element affect your landscape and start planning with these key elements in mind. Sun Determining the amount of sunlight your space gets will also determine the plants you can include in your landscape plan. If you have a full sun spot, you might opt to place some shade-giving trees and shrubs on strategic spots like walkways for a better and more comfortable ambiance. Shade For the shady spaces, choose brightly colored plants … [Read More…]

These outdoor ideas will make you love to be outdoors again. Find the one that fits your outdoor personality and start crafting your dream outdoor space. A Freestanding Outdoor Kitchen Find the perfect retreat place out of your house but still within your home with a freestanding outdoor kitchen. A custom built kitchen with the right kitchen range to cook up the most scrumptious meals you and your family can relish together. Create memories-gastronomic in nature with an outdoor kitchen according to your cooking style. You can even choose whether you will have a prefabricated or custom built cooking range and fireplace. Pretty Pergola Overhead … [Read More…]

As the spring season draws to a close, get a jumpstart on ushering summer into your backyard with these 5 amazing ways! Re-apply your weed killer! Prepare your plants for the summer months by re-applying herbicides. Be environment-friendly while maintaining a weed-free yard by making your own weed killer. One super simple herbicide is simply pouring boiling water on persistent weeds. Another surefire way to end a weed’s life is to set it on fire. You might have to apply fire on it directly multiple times. However, when going this fiery way, make sure to apply caution since drier weeds may cause fire to spread … [Read More…]

Beautiful patio surfaces laid out the way you like it can do wonders for your increased curb appeal. If you are enamored with these hardscapes but have a hard time remembering which is which, here’s a handy cheat sheet for you to follow. Stone Achieve a raw and rugged natural look by installing stone hardscapes. Since it looks beautiful as it is, natural stone options are a favorite of minimalist homemakers for its subdued elegance which does not need any other ornaments You can have it installed bearing its natural shape or slightly polished to smoothen the hard edges. Slate, flagstone, limestone, granite, and travertine … [Read More…]

Be in vogue this 2018 by incorporating the color of the year in your outdoor design palette. In this article, we’ll show you 5 ways on how you can make an ultra statement with ultra violet! UV rays While UV rays are harmful to our skin, a UV ray will give your picket fence a unique look. By UV ray, we mean painting every other fence post with the ultra violet shade and you’ll be in vogue for the rest of the year! Plus points for an updated curb appeal that doesn’t break the bank. UV markers From your fence, we move on to your … [Read More…]

Look forward to a merrier and brighter Christmas with these 5 outdoor lights that will make your outdoors shine better. Path Lights Your pathways might not be the Champs Elysees avenue but with the right path lights, it can evoke that charming ambiance like the famous avenue. Make your pathways look more inviting for the casual night stroll with the right path lights lined up to guide you. Bollard Lights Usually closer to the ground, bollard lights are knee-length path lights geared towards providing ground lights. If you’re a minimalist, bollard lights are right up your alley with its small stature and less intrusive feature … [Read More…]