For many Calgary residents, space is always at a premium. For those who have a deck, that space gives you extra options for enjoying your outdoor areas, but only during the warmer months. For a year-round home addition that you can achieve on a budget, a screened-in deck is one of the best solutions that…
Your Calgary deck is a great place to hang out and enjoy your outdoor space, but it comes with a couple of limitations. Firstly, it’s very much weather dependent, meaning that you can only really use the deck when the sun is shining and the infamous Calgary wind is quiet. If it’s raining or windy,…
With winter underway, there’s mixed feelings across Calgary. On the one hand, there’s something magical about the transformation that snow brings to the city, and winter also brings a whole host of fun celebrations and vacations. On the other hand, winter also brings snow and ice which have to be shovelled, and sub-zero temperatures that…
When it comes to your home life, the old adage that time is money isn’t necessarily the case, but it’s always true that you’d rather be spending time with your family and your hobbies than messing around with household chores like shovelling the snow off your car or keeping the garage tidy. Fortunately, there is…
Even though it comes ‘round every year, winter always seems to come as a surprise to many Calgary residents. Maybe the long summer days cause everyone to forget about the snow and the ice, or maybe it’s because the thought of shoveling and sub-zero temperatures is too much to bear year-round. However, there are a…
For many Calgary residents, winter is something to be endured and suffered through each year. The seemingly endless stream of snow, the freezing cold temperatures and the short days all combine to make a lot of folks feel miserable when winter comes; but then again, these residents probably don’t have a Desert Sun Patios sunroom…
It’s never too late in the season to upgrade your yard. Even as the summer months wind down, fall offers plenty of opportunities for relaxing and entertaining in your yard for a few more months. It makes sense, therefore, to find a way to bring your yard to the next level with something permanent that…
Even though Calgary is famous for the sheer number of sunny days it gets each year (most year that number is 300 or more!), summer has to come to an end at some point. For patio owner across the city, this means that the last days of patio season are always something to be treasured.…
There’s many reasons why Calgary is one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, and high on many immigrants’ list of attractions is the sunshine. In any given year, Calgary residents will see over 300 days of sunshine, making it the sunniest place to live in the country. However, its location at the base of…
Just because the summer months are coming to an end shouldn’t spell the end of your time outside on your deck. Of course, there’s nothing like enjoying the long sunny days with the perfect view out over your garden but as the weather starts to cool down, you should start thinking about investing in a…
For anyone who hasn’t experienced a screen room park model add-on, you’re missing out on one of the best and easiest upgrades that you can give your trailer. A screen room is a simple extension to your home that doesn’t require any additional building work if you already have a deck or a patio to…
The summer months in Calgary have both pros and cons in your trailer. On the plus side, the small floor size means that it’s relatively easy to keep everything cool if you have some form of air conditioning, and there’s something glorious about having sunlight hit just about every room in your home. On the…
Anyone with a sunroom in Calgary knows that summer is the best season to have a sunroom in the city. Calgary is known for having the highest number of sunny days in all of Canada, meaning that you’ll always get a lot of natural light in your space, while the structure gives you summertime protection…
There comes a point every summer when most Calgary homeowners start thinking about how to get some extra space in their homes. In part this is due to the increased number of visitors to your house (especially if you have kids!) and in part this is due to the increased energy levels of everyone in…
Anyone who has lived in Calgary for a year or more knows that the weather in the city is one of its unique features. It holds the record for the most number of sunny days of any city in Canada, averaging over 300 days of sunshine each year. However, it’s also got a reputation for…
Every spring, homeowners across Calgary start to think about their next big summer project. Often, these projects revolve around landscaping the yard or adding to the outside furniture to encourage everyone to spend more time outdoors. However, one of the most overlooked opportunities for renovation is your patio. However, in the middle of summer, your…
There’s something incredibly romantic about a pergola in your backyard. Maybe it’s because it conjures images of moonlit nights in the warm Calgary summer, and maybe it’s because it creates a visual space in your yard that’s truly unique. For whatever reason, you can craft a dreamy outdoor retreat with a pergola in less time…
Imagine a world in which you have a new outside area to enjoy the warmer weather, without having to take a sizeable personal loan to do so. Imagine no more, as a deck is the way to bring your outdoor dreams to reality! A deck is a raised platform, typically made from lumber and planking,…
So you’ve made the wisest property upgrade decision to install a sunroom, and you’ll suddenly be flooded with a raft of decisions. Most of them are expected: the dimensions of the room, the shape and slope of the roof, and how many windows your new room will have. However, there are some that are less…
The joys of an outdoor pool are only known to a select group of Calgary homeowners, but those in the know are always ready to talk with their pool-less friends about it. Whether you’re looking for a way to cool off during the hot Calgary summers or want to set your home up as the…
Your patio has the capacity to be a unifying space on your property. It’s like the beach, providing the best of two different landscapes. On the one hand, it’s a hard surface that will support chairs, tables and even a full sized grill to help you live your best indoor lifestyle out in your yard.…
It’s definitely a case of “if you know, you know” when it comes to having a patio in Calgary. Those homeowners with a patio out back know the focus that it brings to their garden, as well as providing an outdoor seating area to enjoy the all too short summer months. A patio provides a…
There’s something magical about the advent of spring in Calgary. It’s a time of true transition, where the memories of the long, cold winter start to fade away, and the promises of warmer weather and growth in your garden are visible on a daily basis. It’s also a great time to start thinking about your…
In the middle of winter, it can sometimes feel that the world has always been cold and snow covered. Even with the high number of “bluebird” sunny days in Calgary, there comes a point at which winter just needs to be done. This is often the time that Calgary homeowners start to make plans for…
There’s no doubt that a sunroom is one of the smartest investments you can make when you’re looking to expand the footprint of your home. It strikes the right balance in that it’s a permanent addition to your home without requiring the expensive costs associated with a full building extension. The fact that most sunrooms…
For the majority of Calgary residents, winter is something to be endured, and never looked forward to. The cold weather seems to last forever, and there’s always the threat of the next big snowstorm, with the dreaded clean up and chaos afterwards, hanging over the entire season. However, for a small (but growing!) group of…
Winter is always a hot topic of conversation for Calgary residents. There’s endless discussion about when the temperatures are going to start to plummet, when the first big snow will be, and how much total snowfall there might be. Everything is up for debate from the effect of the El Nino that year to historical…
Winter is coming, as the saying goes, but for Calgary residents it can feel like it never truly goes away. Spring feels like it’s over in a heartbeat, and while there are more sunny days than just about anywhere in Canada, there’s always the knowledge in the background that the warmth is temporary and the…
Winter in Calgary has a bad reputation. When the colder weather starts to arrive, people immediately start thinking about the negatives of the season: seemingly endless shovelling, frozen windscreens and traffic delays everywhere. However, these Calgary residents forget that winter brings some positives too. There’s something magical about the way that snow completely transforms the…
Winter is probably the most divisive month for Calgary residents. On the one hand, there’s a sizeable percentage of the population who dread the cold and snow, and patiently count down the days till the first green shoots of spring start popping up around the city. For other Calgarians, however, winter brings a certain magic…
There’s a reason for every season to spend more time under your pergola. In the spring you get to watch the world come to life after the long Calgary winter, while in summer the lattice roof of your pergola provides some much needed shade from the long sunny days. However, it’s in fall when your…
There’s a growing contingent of Calgary residents who believe that fall is the best season in Calgary. The sometimes oppressive heat of summer cools down to a reasonable day time temperature, and while the evenings can be cold, there’s still enough heat in the air to warrant staying outside as long into the season as…
There comes a point when you’ve lived in your home long enough that you’ve done all the decorating projects that you thought about when you bought the property, but you still yearn for something new and different. A full home extension costs too much money, and there’s only so much work you can do in…
There’s nothing quite like fall in Calgary. Just like spring, it’s an all too short shoulder season between the frigid winters and the baking summers, and just like spring, it brings its own set of joyful experiences. The temperatures reach a comfortable range during the day, and the evenings cool off, but just warm enough…
No matter where you live in Calgary, space always seems to be at a premium. The most logical option to get more space is to move to a bigger home, but this isn’t always feasible with a volatile housing market and all the associated costs of selling and packing up your home. Therefore, you need…
There’s a reason to love every season in Calgary, but many people hold fall in the highest regard. It’s a comfortable transition from the high heats of summer to the brutal cold of winter, while maintaining days upon days of the traditional Alberta sunshine. The warm days and cooler nights give respite from any humidity…
Summer in Calgary is something you have to experience to understand. The city is known for its high number of sunny days, and it can feel like summer is never ending at times. However, the city is also known for its strong winds and big summer storms. The combination of both of these trends makes…
There are a lot of positives about life in a park model home or a trailer. The small space makes you think carefully about what possessions are essential to your lifestyle, and also makes you more conscious about what you buy to bring into your home. You also usually have a wide variety of similarly…
Most Calgary residents agree that summer is the best season in the city. There are the weeks of back to back warm sunshine days, everything in your yard goes into overdrive after the long winter months, and it seems like there’s a holiday or celebration every weekend to gather together with your friends and family.…
As the weather begins to warm up and the last cold nights of spring become a distant memory, homeowners across Calgary start to dream of the long summer days that can be spent outside on the deck or patio. However, with the warm weather come the pains of Calgary summers – the strong sunlight for…
It’s always the right season to think about home improvement projects, and there are some projects that are worth considering more than others. A simple decorating project will be quick and cheap, but still leaves the essence of your home the same, and you’ll quickly be left wanting more. A full home extension is extremely…
As the warmer temperatures start to become more frequent, homeowners across Calgary are starting to think about their next big home improvement project. Whether you’re thinking about increasing your time spent enjoying the outdoors and/or panoramic views, or you’re just looking to expand your indoor living space, it’s the right time to start thinking about…
As the cold and snow of winter becomes a distant memory, it’s normal for Calgary homeowners to turn their attention to their outdoor spaces. For some, there will be plans of a new flower bed or vegetable garden, while others will have ambitious plans to get their family to spend more time outside. An obvious…
As the snow starts to melt, homeowners across Calgary start to dream of the warmer summer months and being able to spend time outside in their gardens after being cooped up all winter. Spring is a great time for planning out changes to your outside spaces, both in terms of renovating and reimagining your garden…
No matter what the current economic trends are, it’s always a good time to sell your home in Calgary. When the rooms are presented correctly and the price point is right, there will always be an interested party who wants to live in the sunniest city in Canada. When you’re thinking about selling up, you’ll…
When it comes to adding value to your home, only a few options make sense in terms of a return on investment value. A full home extension gives you ultimate flexibility about where you build your new rooms and how much space you get, but it’s a costly operation and you’ll run into all sorts…
If you enjoy seeing physical evidence of the passing of each season, Calgary is an amazing city to live in. Summers are long, hot and sunny, while the snow banks seem to last forever in the winter months. Spring and fall act as true transitions between the two main seasons, and you’ll want to enjoy…
There’s nothing like summer in Calgary. The brutal cold and snow of winter seem impossible in the face of what feels like eternal days of sunshine and heat. The season is designed for spending as much time as humanly possible outside on your patio. However, as all Calgary residents know, there are a few hidden…
Most Calgary homeowners are united in one common goal: how to get some extra space in one of the quickest growing cities in Canada. Depending on your financial situation, there are a few possible avenues to pursue. The most obvious, but also most expensive, is a full home extension, but this requires lots of big…
There’s only one thing better than spending the summer on your deck in Calgary, and that’s spending summer in your new screen room built on top of your deck in Calgary. A screen room is a permanent extension to your home that comes at a fraction of the cost of a full room. The reduction…
There is nothing more frustrating to Calgary homeowners than having to defrost your car throughout winter, or having to dig it out of the snow after the latest big storm. Not only does this take up a lot of time, but unless you’re willing to invest in an automatic car starter or go outside half…
For some people, winter in Calgary is a joyful affair. The snow makes everything look clean and beautiful, and the world feels like it’s in suspended animation, waiting for the heat of spring and summer to return. For others, the snow and ice represents a daily chore to deal with, and there’s nothing worse than…
When it comes to sunrooms, you can’t make a bad choice if you’re using it for spring, summer and autumn. The big windows will let all the Calgary sunlight in, and the small size of the space will trap the heat to keep you warm well into the night hours. Winter is a different proposition…
As all Calgary residents know, winters in the city can be brutal. They seem to go on forever, and the temperatures can stay below freezing days, and even weeks, on end. As you look to expand your home with a sunroom, it’s essential that you build with the winter months in mind. You also need…
It’s always the right season to install a pergola in your yard. It’s a great investment in your home if you’re planning on selling as it creates the feeling of an extra room in your garden. Even if you’re not planning on moving any time soon, you’ll find that having a pergola in your yard…
It’s always the right time to be thinking about making some major changes in your garden. Maybe you’ve spent all winter waiting for the snowpack to melt and you’re dreaming of having somewhere new to spend the summer outside. Maybe you’re itching to move house when spring rolls around, and you’re looking for an easy…
Once you start researching screen rooms, you’ll quickly realize that they are one of the best home improvement projects that you can undertake. For starters, they are quick and cheap to install, especially if you can build them on top of an existing deck or patio. Secondly, they provide a cool indoor place to hang…
The best part about owning a sunroom is the complete freedom that comes with the extra room in your home. Unlike all the other rooms which have dedicated purposes, a sunroom acts like a bonus space for you to use as you see fit. Whether you choose to use it as a secondary sitting room,…
As a Calgary resident, your brain will conjure all sorts of American Southwest imagery when you hear the experts at Desert Sun Patios refer to an Arizona room. However, you don’t have to worry about dried out skulls or cacti on every wall; they’re talking about a type of sunroom that originated in Arizona but…
As any sunroom owner will tell you, there are unlimited ways to use a sunroom extension in your home. Most people choose to use it as a luxurious second sitting room (often a kid free zone for those with noisy young ones around!), and the sunroom acts as a quiet haven to enjoy the warmth…
All Calgary homeowners know that summer is both the best and worst season in the city. It’s a glorious time filled with warmth and sunshine where you can spend endless days in your garden working on your various projects. It’s also the worst season when the heat becomes unbearable, the wind starts to pick up…
Every Calgary homeowner knows the importance of getting extra space in your home. For some, this just means a good clear out of your things and positioning the furniture to generate more room. However, this only works so many times before you need to expand the footprint of your building. A full extension can be…
One of the perennial problems of living in a trailer is the lack of space. Anyone who lives in a park model home will tell you stories of how they’ve got creative with their storage and seating solutions, but there’s always the dream of simply having more room. Many people opt for some sort of…
All Calgary homeowners know the importance of maximising your outside time. The window to enjoy your garden in the city is limited by the longer winter months, but it can also be hampered by the strong sun and winds that come with the warmer weather. With this in mind, investing in some sort of cover…
All Calgary Sunroom owners know that while having a sunroom is a great addition to your home at any time of year, they truly come into their own during the summer months. The big windows let all that glorious sunshine and act as insulators meaning that you can sit in the room all day and…
No matter how long you’ve had your Desert Sun Patios sunroom, there will always come a time when you’re ready for something new, something fresh. Spring is the best time to take your sunroom to the next level as you’ll get the right sort of light levels to see the effects of the changes you’ve…
There’s nothing like spending the summer outside on your patio. It feels like a fantastic halfway house between the formality of your indoor living room and the unstructured nature of your lawn. It provides you with a place to entertain, to put a grill, to host a fire pit party or just relax as your…
As a pergola owner, you know the impatience that comes over you as winter starts to wind down. You wake up each morning and rush to the window to see how much of the Calgary snowpack has melted, before opening your weather app to check on the rising temperatures. Each day brings you closer to…
As a Calgary resident, you know that space is at a premium all across the city. This makes it hard to complete big home improvement projects like a full extension almost impossible, and the local planning permits don’t make things any easier. However, you can still get extra space for your home when you start…
Any Calgary sunroom owner will tell you that it’s the single best home improvement project that they’ve ever undertaken. From a living standards point of view, it’s a quick way to gain a lot of extra square footage, and your entire family will benefit from the extra space. From an aesthetic point of view, a…
In a city such as Calgary, the challenge facing every homeowner is how do you get the most out of every square metre of space. This is particularly important outside, and not everyone has the space or finances to build a brand new garage to protect their cars from the elements. This is where many…
Updating your home? You’re probably anticipating a lot of spending (and perhaps even more effort) coming your way soon. But as you navigate the world of home repairs and maintenance, you’re probably wondering – is it more prudent to be thrifty or better to splurge on higher quality? At Desert Sun Patios, we believe it’s…
What is a carport? It’s often joked that there are four different seasons in Alberta; getting ready for winter, winter, still winter and recovering from winter. While this is obviously tongue in cheek, Calgary residents know how frustrating the seemingly perpetual snow and ice can be, especially when you’ve got to go about your daily…
It’s a well known truth to all Calgary citizens that winter is the hardest season to cope with. Beyond the frigid temperatures and whipping winds to cope with, there is the never ending battle against snow piling up in dangerous and frustrating snowbanks. It’s such a big problem across the city that there are entire…
As any owner of a four season sunroom will tell you, winter in Calgary is the best season to have a sunroom. The idea of having the feeling of being outside during the frigid temperatures and wild snowstorms all while being cuddled up and safe is a great contrast, and it’s an experience that you…
All Calgary residents know the importance of being ready for winter. The long cold months can feel like they last forever, and it’s only a matter of time before the autumn temperatures start to drop and snow symbols begin appearing on the weather forecast. For sunroom owners, these changes mean that it’s time to start…
The arrival of the new year always has Alberta residents thinking about their resolutions and goals for the next twelve months. While most of these revolve around personal challenges such as fitness, weight loss and breaking or creating habits, some citizens start to think about goals they have for their home. It’s natural to tie…
If you’re looking to create a new living space in your outside area as well as adding instance value to your home, then a pergola has to be your first choice. These simple constructions can be built in less than a week, and provide a gentle shade and a sense of luxury wherever you choose…
Every Calgary homeowner falls into one of two categories when it comes to their outside space: either you have a deck, or you dream about having a deck. In either case, you want to make this extra living space truly unique to either drive up the value of your home or to add a sense…
In a city the size of Calgary, finding extra space around your home is always a priority. However, creating that extra space can be challenging and costly, especially if your only focus is on expanding your internal square footage. No matter what size your outdoor area, installing a pergola is always a great option as…
Here at Desert Sun Patios, we believe that there’s a reason for every season to improve your home with a screen room. A screen room is a great addition to any home as it automatically creates a whole new space for a fraction of the cost of a full room extensions, and you’ll be able…
All Calgary residents know that all good things come to an end, and this is most true when it comes to the Alberta summer. All too soon, the days start getting shorter and the mornings and evenings get that coldness that heralds the start of fall, with winter waiting in the wings. While you can…
With everyone spending more and more time at home these days, it’s easy to see why house extensions are some of the most popular home improvement projects in the last 18 months. However, there are more options to consider than simply forking out a small fortune for a whole extra room, complete with costly foundations…
It’s natural to think that summertime is the best time to use your sunroom, and for many reasons you’d be right. The bright Calgary summer days provide plenty of sunshine to heat your room up, and the big windows allow you to retreat inside from the heat and the bugs without sacrificing the view over…
As the long glorious summer days draw to a close in Calgary, you can almost feel fall coming in the air; the days start to shorten and the mornings and evenings get touched by a definite chill. The end of summer also signals the end of time outside in your backyard, but for sunroom owners…
Summer is always the best season in Calgary. The warm sunny days seem to last forever, the steady breezes seem more manageable and there’s always the knowledge that the cold winter months are a long way away. This makes it essential to spend as much time out in your yard as possible soaking up the…
Spending time outside during the warm summer months is the number one priority for many Calgary residents. The long winter months keeps everyone cooped up, so it feels imperative to make the most of the heat and sunshine. However, the irony of it all is that the sun and humidity quickly become oppressive if you…
While Calgary’s population density is considerably less than other major Canadian cities, it’s still hard to find cost effective ways to generate extra space for you and your family. A full home extension is out of many people’s budgets, while a simple internal remodelling might only yield a few extra square meters. It’s at this…
If you’re staring longingly out at your garden this winter, you can rest in the knowledge that there are hundreds others across Calgary doing the same thing. The thought of warmer weather, of barbecues and of summer activities in your garden is what keeps many people going through the long winter months. However, it’s not…
It’s common knowledge that the Calgary summer is the best time to hang out in your screen room. You get all the benefits of the season, including the warmth and all the summer scents, combined with protection from all the worst parts, like the strong winds, biting bugs and harsh midday sunshine. However, many experienced…
It’s common knowledge in the city that summer is the best season in Calgary. In part this is due to it’s seemingly fleeting nature – all too soon do the temperatures start to dip and the leaves start to fall, but Calgary residents know to make the most of these short warm months. However, humans…
Why Pick A Sunroom When you’re looking for your next big home improvement project, you won’t get better value than adding a sunroom to your home. There are many reasons to pick a a sunroom as you’re looking to increase the size of your home, but three of the biggest reasons to go for a…
It’s common knowledge that Calgary is one of the best cities in which to own a sunroom. The openness of the city as a whole means that you’re likely to get a fantastic view from at least one side of the sunroom, and the average 333 days of sunshine puts the city at the top…
After what often feels like an eternity spent inside watching the snow falling and the temperatures rarely reaching above freezing, spring can’t come soon enough for most Calgary residents.It’s also a universal truth in the city that just because the snow stops and it’s finally warm enough for your lungs not to hurt outside, it’s…
While it can feel like winter traps you in your house, many people see the cold Calgary months as a time to reimagine and redecorate their homes. Indeed, there’s no better time to start thinking about making your sunroom ready for spring, especially if you own a three season sunroom that is largely unused during…
Your patio should be the signature piece of your entire backyard. Not only does it provide outdoor entertaining space, but it also provides a fascinating contrast to your lawn and gardens, and provides a subtle transition from the inside world to the outside. However, as every Calgary resident knows, the summer months can be brutal;…
The coming summer months in Calgary are a call to arms for all homeowners to start making their outdoor plans. Top on many people’s list is to spend more time on their deck or patio, but it’s not long before the wind, bugs and heat start to make it hard to make this dream a…
Being able to use your new space all year long is one of the best reasons to invest in a four season sunroom. This extra room in your house attaches to your home’s existing heating system meaning that you can sit and relax in your sunroom all winter long, unlike the three season rooms which…
It’s always the right time to be thinking about how to upgrade your home, but knowing which home improvement project will give the best return on your investment. You’ll never regret the decision to build a sunroom addition to your home; the extra space will allow everyone to breathe and spread out, you’ll gain a…
Modern life has become more and more frantic in recent years. The availability of high speed internet and smart connected devices means that home and work life often becomes blended and it’s hard to truly disconnect and find time for yourself. Even in those supposedly unplugged times, there are still the in person distractions of…
During summer, you don’t need to worry much about maintaining your screen room. Any debris that gets stuck to the mesh will either get washed away by the summer rains or can simply be washed down with a damp cloth. Your furniture in the screen room should dry out quickly with the wind and heat…
Add screen room storage to your home remodelling plan The main goal of most home remodelling plans is to gain more space. This might be to make room for a family expansion, to give everyone some breathing space or to have more space for entertaining. Whatever your home remodelling goals are, you’ll inevitably end up…
It’s tempting to think about the inside and outside of your home as two separate and distinct areas for decoration. However, if you learn how to complement interior decorating with the outdoors, you’ll find that guests feel more at ease in all areas of your home, and that making design decisions becomes easier as you…
There’s nothing like spending time under your pergola at any time of year. In the spring, the scents and sounds of the world coming out of hibernation is best enjoyed in your yard, while the pergola provides great shade during the summer heat. In autumn, the warm evenings stretch out under the stars, and there’s…
A three season sunroom is the ultimate in inside outside living. The basic concept is that it’s the next step up from a screened in porch, so you get full walls, big windows and plenty of extra space to use as you see fit. It also has the benefit that you don’t have to spend…
Your new sunroom will be your pride and joy for many years to come, but you’ll need to learn how to correctly maintain it to keep it looking its best. Ideally, you’ll spread the maintenance out over the course of the year to reduce your workload and to keep an eye on any potential problems.…
As summer draws to a close, your sunroom will become a focal point of your home as the evenings get darker and cooler. As you and your family think about moving your evening entertainment from the deck to the sunroom, it’s time to think about how to make your sunroom more cosy and inviting for…
Making the decision to install a sunroom addition to your home is the easy part of this amazing home improvement project. You’ll be amazed at how quickly the work can be completed, especially if you’re building on top of an existing deck or patio and before you know it, your brand new sunroom will be…
For many homeowners, home improvement is a series of sequential steps rather than one-off big projects. This is often due to budget and time constraints about how long a certain area of the house can be out of bounds for, but it can also be a way of testing the water to see if you…
Adding a screen room to your house is a quick and easy way to gain some extra space and add instant value to your home. The low cost of materials and the high speed of installation means that, dollar for dollar, a screen room gives you the highest return on investment of any major home…
Out of all the possible home extensions and improvement projects that you could undertake this summer, nothing beats turning your tired old porch, patio or deck into a screen room. Dollar for dollar, it’s one of the best investments you can make; the cost of the materials is cheaper than building a whole new set…
The warmer weather can never come soon enough in Calgary. The moment that the leaves start to come in gets everyone thinking about spending more time outside. The daytime heat quickly turns into warmer evenings which means it’s time to work out how to use your outdoor entertaining space after the sun has set. Light…
The moment that you feel that warm nighttime breeze coming across the yard is like no other. It heralds the coming of outdoor living; late nights under the stars, cozy firepit reunions, and dinner parties surrounding by the sounds and smells of nature. However, just sitting in your yard doesn’t quite conjure up the full…
As the snow drifts and biting winds get replaced by spring rain showers and warmer breezes, it’s time to start thinking about renovating or extending your home. However, adding space to your home can be expensive and time consuming: knocking down exterior walls to make more space requires extensive machinery and labour, while the process…
It’s clear that a sunroom represents one of the best return on investment home improvement projects out there. It’s a quick project that can instantly add a sizeable number of square meters to your house, and if you build it on top of an existing deck, you’ll find the budget incredibly affordable. The biggest choice…
The unbridled joy that fills the heart of every Calgarian can almost be tangible when the weather starts to stay above freezing overnight and the promise of spring can be seen everywhere. The snow piles start to reduce, small buds can be seen on the trees and the air no long tries to freeze your…
As the winter months slowly come to an end, you might finally believe that the snow will actually melt and give you back your outdoor space. However, the debris of autumn combined with the ice and snow of winter can cause havoc to your patio, even if you’ve already invested in a patio cover to…
Nothing beats daydreaming about home improvements to cheer you up from the winter blues. As winter kicks into gear, thinking about how you’ll use your outdoor space, and in particular your patio area, in the warmer weather will get you through the snow storms and frigid cold days. However, it can be easy to forget…
Create your backyard oasis In the middle of the cold Alberta winter, it’s hard to remember a time when it was freezing outside with feet of snow piled up everywhere. However, a bit of summer dreaming will help keep the winter blues at bay, and the perfect way to do this is to plan out…
With the turn of the new year comes a desire to make resolutions and goals for ourselves; a way to start fresh and fill the world with endless possibilities. In no place is this need for newness more apparent than in our own homes, and our desire for change in our professional and personal lives…
Everyone has encountered that special room at some point in their lives, whether it’s a home, a friend’s place or when visiting grandparents. That room where everything is always neat, clean and tidy, and the place where you feel that you can’t even breathe without being scolded. For some sunroom owners, their new indoor outdoor…
Everyone knows that the best of having a sunroom is the way that the windows let light in and trap the heat in the summer, making the perfect place to lounge and relax all season long. However, most people with a three season sunroom see fall coming as a killjoy to their summer sunroom lifestyle.…
Who says that Halloween has to be an inside celebration? One of the best things about hosting a Halloween themed party is that it falls at the crossover time of year where it’s not going to be too hot that people won’t enjoy themselves, but not so cold that no one will want to celebrate…
When you’re looking to expand your home on a budget, a screen room is by far and away the cheapest and most efficient way to increase your square footage. This is especially true if you have an existing deck or patio that can be used as a foundation, but even if you’re building straight onto…
If you’re looking for an affordable and easy way to expand your Calgary home this year, then adding a sunroom, also known as a solarium, should be high on your list. A four-season Sunroom or Solarium is an added living space that can increase property value and add year-round enjoyment of your home. Ease…
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A Canadian’s deck should always be the centre point of any outside space at home. Looking out over your deck as the summer sun rises, you may be thinking about how nice it would be to spend the day outside, lounging and playing in the heat. Nothing beats being outside in the summer months, and…
Your deck should always be the focal point of your outdoor space. It’s a guaranteed flat space for seating and tables, and provides the natural transition from inside to outside. A deck is a great place to gather for parties or just watch your loved ones runs around, enjoying the seemingly endless Calgary summer days.…
When you’re looking at extending your home to create some extra entertaining space on a budget, installing a screenroom or a sunroom are your two best options. They both come with a significant set of positives that make them worth considering in terms of expanding your home and generating some extra home value: Ease of…
The moment that you walk into your newly finished screen room, you know for certain that it’s going to be the focal point of your entertaining over the summer months and beyond. The big screens act both as windows to let the light and protection against bugs and the harshest sun rays, and the new…
If you’re spending time out on your deck wondering how to cover it in a cost effective and aesthetically pleasing way, then a hybrid pergola is a fantastic solution for covering your deck. While you can install a hybrid pergola on decks and patios that come off just one side of your home, the biggest…
The winter months are always the best time in Calgary to start planning and dreaming what changes you’ll make when the weather starts to turn warmer. With the end of winter in sight, it’s time to think about making the best use of your outdoor space to turn your yard into the only place to…
Find out what a sunroom is and what can provide for you! Sunrooms can add property value to your home, add much needed living space and allows you to enjoy the views of outdoors, all year long!
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Every garden needs a touch of magic to make it feel like a true extension of your home. For some, this could be a fountain or other water feature. For others, it may be a tree fort tucked away at the bottom of the garden. However, there is one structure that will change your garden…
For some people, a deck represents an extension to both their home and their garden; a quiet haven where the great outdoors can be enjoyed in the safe shadow of their own home. However, with the Calgary spring comes the Calgary bugs, and quickly the temperature rises to make being outside at midday uncomfortable. It’s…
As the winter drags on and the idea of above-freezing temperatures slowly fades from memory, your sunroom will become a safe haven of warmth to get you through to spring time. A well made four season sunroom should be connected to your home’s heating and cooling and system, so all you’ll need to do to…
Keeping your sunroom optimally lit is never a problem during the daylight hours, when the sun’s rays come pouring in, creating a beautiful warmth all day long. However, it’s a different ball game when the sun goes down, as the height of your sunroom combined with a lack of wall space makes it hard to…
The whole purpose of building a sunroom as an addition to your home is to create a room with plenty of natural sunlight. This light acts both as decoration and as a heating source for the room, so it’s important to plan out your sunroom windows before the builders begin their work. When thinking about…
After the big rush of Christmas and New Year, Valentine’s Day always seems to sneak up quickly and without much warning. Before you know it, the big day is here and you’re scrambling for reservations and gifts to make the day special for your loved one. Fortunately, your sunroom can easily be turned into the…
When most homeowners start dreaming of their very own sunroom, they most likely see a calm oasis at the end of their current home; a space apart from the rest of the house which they can fill with nice pieces of furniture and which will be used to relax and possibly entertain. As the planning…
As the calendar turns to the new year, you’ll be spending more and more time in your new sunroom with the holiday season. Entertaining your friends and famly is the most obvious way to use your sunroom, but this January, maybe it’s time to take a fresh look at how you’re using your Desert Sun…
As winter sets in, most people close up their sunroom for the season, and then spend the next few months staring wistfully at this unused space. However, if you have a four season sunroom, winter is the best time to get your sunroom up and running again. The clear crisp days makes for excellent levels…
Adding a new sunroom to your home can feel like a big risk. It’s a lot of money to spend on a part of your home that is immediately visible to guests and passers-by. It’s also really hard to undo if you don’t like what you get, as there’s a whole range of ground work…
It’s always the right time to think about home improvement, but it can be hard to make significant changes on a budget. Of course, superficial changes like repainting the outside of your home or remodelling the bathroom will give a quick fix, but adding extra space is a surefire way to add value to your…
When the weather in Calgary starts to turn wintery, most people start to think about staying inside and the dark, depressing months ahead. These people obviously haven’t thought about getting a four season sunroom to allow them to have an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A sunroom instantly adds value to your home in any season, but here…
There’s always something magical about fall in Calgary; the warm days mixed with the cold evenings, the crisp feel to the air, and the beautiful colours as the trees prepare for the long harsh winter. There’s plenty of reasons to be outside enjoying this time, but the chilly air and unpredictable weather patterns can put…
Whatever the crazy Calgary weather is doing, your new Desert Sun sunroom or screened patio is going to be the place to be in your home. Whether you’ve chosen a cozy 4 season room that will see you through the long winter months, a 3 season sunroom that doesn’t require a heater or extra insulation,…
There are many reasons why you might be thinking about down-sizing. Maybe the kids have grown up and left the nest, leaving lots of empty rooms. Maybe it’s costing too much to heat in the winter and keep cool in the summer. Maybe you need to free up some cash that’s been tied up in…
The long warm summers in Calgary lend themselves to lazy evenings outside with friends in the backyard. There’s nothing better than sitting out under the stars with the residual of the heat of the day still radiating from your surroundings. However, the intense heat of the late afternoon can mean that you have to wait…
There’s nothing like summer in park model homes, but how to keep cool this summer in a park model house is a question on every owner’s lips. The Calgary heat can often be overbearing, and even the best insulation in a tiny house won’t stop you from overheating. This is when you need to start…
The summer months invite everyone to spend more time outside – the idea of spending hours outside in your yard watching the world go by is a dream for many Calgary residents. There are multiple ways of creating new spaces to enjoy the warmer weather all season long: a house with a patio is nice,…
With Father’s Day coming up, Calgary families will likely be hanging out on the patio or deck, enjoying one another’s company and the sunshine. Having a yard celebration in the summer is the best way to enjoy the outdoors with family. It’s why most homes have an outside entertainment area. A Desert Sun Patio Cover is an…
As winter fades away, most Albertans start to think about how to make the most of the warmer weather that spring brings. It’s also a natural time to think about home improvement and extension, and fortunately Desert Sun Patios has just the idea to combine these two dreams! To enjoy the outdoors, natures’ beauty and…
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.…
There are numerous benefits provided by a sunroom: creating an extra room for entertaining, adding instant value to your property and giving you and your family more breathing room from each other. One of the less obvious benefits, but one that should still be a significant part of your decision making process when planning out…
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