This holiday season make sure your porch is ready to receive not only your family members, delivery personnel, and occasional well-wishers but also Santa and his reindeer. Here are 5 ideas on how you can design the porch ready for Santa’s visit. Start with the steps and entryway. Adorn the steps with potted plants like… Read More

Outdoor kitchens are built to make it easier for one to do cooking and entertaining at the same time. But do you always have to trudge back into your main kitchen to bring the plates and utensils? How about the various knives, spatula, tongs and other cookware? Having proper storage in your outdoor kitchen will… Read More

As autumn approaches and the cold winds come creeping in, the idea of settling beside a gently crackling fire pit seems like the topmost outdoor activity during this season. If you’re planning to install a fire pit, here are 5 mistakes to avoid. Check with the authorities regarding fire pit requirements and regulations.Before drawing up… Read More

Do you plan to give your patio a major overhaul? Then it starts with the foundation. Here’s a quick rundown of patio surface options that will give your patio a solid starting point. Flagstone If you want a unique patio flooring option, choose flagstone as this natural stone yields unique slabs. As contractors will say,… Read More