After a long winter and a delayed Spring, Calgarians are anxiously awaiting to get outside, fire up the BBQ and enjoy time on the deck or patio with friends and family. With the arrival of summer comes pesky mosquito bites, dinner time flies and night time moths, but don’t get bugged out! These tips will…
Choosing to install a sunroom is one of the best home improvement projects that you can ever undertake. The overall cost is relatively small compared to a full house extension while covering a similar floor area, and the fact that they can sit on top of existing decks and patios means you won’t lose much…
The birds might not be chirping, the sun may not be shining but spring is (hopefully) just around the corner in Calgary. While this is an exciting time for most, the melt usually brings unsightly views once hidden by the pristinely white snow. This is the perfect time of year to start cleaning up the…
Traditional Garden Pergola Traditionally, a Pergola is a garden feature forming a shaded walkway or sitting area of vertical posts that support cross-beams and a sturdy open lattice, often which woody vines are trained. If you have a garden, you know you’ve imagined relaxing in your garden in the shade. It’s every gardener’s dream. A garden pergola is a perfect way to turn your…
We are all faced with the same dilemma once the snow starts to fall in Calgary. Do we throw in the towel and retire our BBQ’s for the season? No! We are Canadians, and grilling Alberta Beef is in our blood, no matter the season. There’s nothing quite like spending time on the patio with…
A patio can be a hot slab of concrete baking in the sun – or it can be a welcoming extension of the house, calling you outdoors to enjoy cool breezes and fresh air. However, it can quickly fill up with junk, making it feel claustrophobic and less user friendly. With a little planning, you can make your…
Don’t run away and hibernate from your patio just because it is wintertime. There are lots of ways you can have a functional patio in the middle of February. Whether your desire is to hang out with your loved ones in the evenings or on a quiet Saturday afternoon with tea, the following ideas will ensure you make the most of your patio all season long.
There’s nothing quite like spending time on your porch with family and friends. Picture yourself having a nice meal with your family or spending some time relaxing with the neighbours. Nothing beats enjoying the outdoors from the comfort of your own home. Adding a screen room or porch to your home can be one of…
After the long Calgary winter spent staring wistfully at your garden, the summer heat seems to pack a large punch all at once. While it’s tempting to want to spend all your time outside, the heat and strength of the summer Calgary sun means that you’ll spend more time back inside avoiding sunburn. However, it’s…
There’s a school of thought that says that extending your home to give you and your family more space is more expensive and more hassle than they’re worth. These people have never thought about installing a sunroom, either on top of an existing outdoor deck or just carving out some extra space from your garden.…