There is a wide range of “Quality” when it comes to retractable screens. When we think of quality, we immediately think of things that hold up over time. We also recognize how different something “feels” that is high quality. Whether you’re comparing retractable screens, windows, doors, drawers or anything that has motion, you can quickly feel the difference when something […]
Key building blocks for your outdoor centerpiece As a centerpiece for outdoor living, an attractive pool area can provide a great getaway spot without ever having to get away. It can be a life-enhancing investment in family fun, in personal rejuvenation and in entertaining friends. In this article we want to talk a bit about the kinds of inground pools […]
An inground pool can make your home even more special 5 tips when planning an inground swimming pool Among today’s building trends is the emergence of the in-ground swimming pool as the aesthetic and functional centerpiece of a residence’s principal yard space, making outdoor living ever more attractive whether you are in or out of the water. A variety of […]
A feast of options for your outdoor kitchen space Outdoor grilling has become one of the great American ways to enjoy a meal in outdoor kitchens. Just ask grill manufacturers! With the advent of increasingly sophisticated, no fuss, gas-burning grills of all styles and dimensions, cooking outdoors has become a regular weekday treat as well as the centerpiece of a holiday or weekend party. […]
Eating outdoors is one of the great ways to enjoy a beautiful summer day for all it has to offer in terms of refreshing relaxation. Exposed to the sun and the shade, the breezes and the special smells and colors of the surrounding plant life, people seem to find extra flavor…
Screen out those rays! Protect yourself and your home from damaging sunlight We love the warmth and brightness the sun brings into our lives. It makes our plants grow and is one of the reasons we enjoy the great outdoors. However, especially when summer reaches its zenith…
The summer breezes are here and people are eager to get out and simply inhale the outdoors … the dewy mornings … the smell of the ocean … the cool, relaxing evenings … Nowadays people are finding more ways to enjoy the outdoors, not only by hitting the water slides…
Cooking outside brings some savory scents to the summer breezes. Increasingly, however, cooking out is not just a summer activity. A Weber GrillWatch Survey, in fact, showed that 49% of families intended to use their grill year-round. Yet as…
How different would your daily morning grind be if you could open up the wall and suddenly be enjoying your cuppa outside with the early birds and fresh dewy air? How much more time would your family spend in the family recreation room if it could be converted into…
When people live in a place of great natural beauty, they want to enjoy it, be out in it, breathe it in, and smell it in the air. Whether in the mountains or at the beach, stylish outdoor dining spaces have been increasingly in demand. New and exciting design ideas make it clear…
This Belizean beach house is not your typical tropical home. It does not have plush amenities or running water. It does not have traditional electricity. It is a zero-energy home that was made with the priority of energy-consciousness. It features 6 garage doors off of the living space on both levels of the home. Each garage door will have […]
Outdoor kitchens are one of the best ways to live outside and celebrate summer. Whether its Friday evenings with friends or holidays spent by the grill, there aren’t too many people looking for excuses to be outside. And cooking outdoors is no exception. Who doesn’t like a kitchen near the gazebo or pool? It just makes summertime that much more […]
