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…
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 your new backyard oasis. …
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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One of the most common pictures you’ll see of well-established pergolas is with vines and plants growing up and across the entire structure. Not only does having a living and growing pergola give you more protection from the sun, but it also smells incredible and is a great way to introduce some much needed diversity…
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…
A house with a patio is nice, but a house with an organized patio filled with patio furniture and a patio cover is even better! A correctly chosen patio cover can add style and sophistication to your outdoor space, providing you with shade and cool in the summer, and protection against the elements in the…
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…
A sunroom already benefits from natural lighting, so now you need to focus on finding the perfect furniture and accessories to bring your space together. You can try and blend the room with the rest of your house or make your sunroom a separate special place of its own. No matter your decision, we have…
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…
