Do you know how to maintain your porch – so your wife is not on your case? You’re lucky if your house has front porch. The bigger the better. They are a wonderful addition to your home, as they look great and provide you a place to sit outside and enjoy the nice weather. The balcony can also be the […]
I love these railings. Bold white with strong posts. Looks awesome. If you like it outside, then choosing the railing designs for your veranda, deck or porch. The style of the handrail and balustrades plays an important feature in the overall design. Enough so, that it should be something carefully considered during the design process. What Are Balustrades? Balustrades are […]
We found our outdoor sink was invaluable to have around the house. Considering that generally your main sink is inside the house. And lugging the garden gear into the house for a clean was not going to cut it. It goes without saying a sink outside the home can be extremely convenient. Not just for the garden gear, but washing […]
The key to backyard landscaping is to come up with a design that keeps the yard looking wonderful all year long. One that let’s you make good use of the space. One that allows everyone in the family and other visitors to your home to enjoy your backyard. The best backyard landscaping ideas involve making good use of evergreens and […]
Rediscovering the Outdoor Deck Have you ever thought of putting up an outdoor deck on your home? We did it and will share the photos of that here when we get a chance. If you have, here is what you may need to know about them. Just like the sun rooms, the decks are extensions of the main house, but […]
For many people, their garden is an extension of their home and they will want it to look at its best. For others, gardening is a passion and they will enjoy spending time in the outdoor areas of their home. Having a small garden does not necessarily limit you as they can still look amazing and be a wonderful place […]
Whether you’re planning a formal dinner party, a leisurely breakfast, a pool party or impromptu backyard lunch, an awesome outdoor area is a must. The center of any decent outdoor entertainment area is the outdoor kitchen. Creating an entertainment area where the kitchen is at the center was the goal of this research. My wife loves to cook and entertain. […]
Installing a porch railing can dramatically improve the overall appearance of your home, as well as making it significantly safer. Additionally, porch railings are often mandatory in many areas if the porch is above ground level. That being said, many people take it upon themselves to install their own porch railing. If you’re looking at a decrepit, or nonexistent, railing […]
In most gardens the use of landscape edging plays an important role in two key aspects – design and function. Most gardens are made up of a series of different shapes and forms often with each area being set aside for a different purpose and specific role. From flower gardens to vine or creeper covered sitting areas, the use of […]
Everyone likes to live in a beautiful space. So, we definitely go for beautiful houses that are well and artistically designed. We therefore tend to forget about the yard and when we finally “get used” to the beautiful house we often feel there is something missing. Well, water is one of those mysteriously calming features. I am talking about pools. […]
