We're deep into winter and even with the New Year festivities, most yard-loving homeowners (such as yourself) retreat to the warmth and safety of the indoors instead. By now, your yard is at the hands of winter’s unforgiving temperatures. Snow will soon cover the outdoor furniture, pathways will be buried under inches of snow, and [...]
Embarking on any project, especially for a home, is cause for excitement. With any new venture, outdoor construction preparations must be thoughtfully conceived, planned, and properly implemented to execute the intended design. Among the contingencies that architects, designers, engineers, and homeowners alike must prepare for are provisions in dealing with nature, particularly inclement weather. Canada [...]
Home is where the heart is, and for many of us, our outdoor living space is an extension of that. Whether you have a small garden patio or a sprawling backyard, making your outdoor space feel like your own can be a fun and rewarding process. Here are a few tips on making your outdoor [...]
Autumn is one of the most spectacular seasons in Vancouver. The leaves change colour from green to bold hues of red, orange, and yellow. The air becomes crisp and cool—perfect for spending time outdoors. It's also a time when some homeowners begin thinking about home improvement projects that they can do and complete before the [...]
Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall, you know the feeling—when the weather outside is just perfect, and you want to spend all your time outdoors. But achieving that perfect ambiance can be tricky, especially when it comes to your outdoor lighting design. Sure, you can try to install some floodlights and call it a day. But [...]
Summer is just around the corner in Vancouver and that might mean that it's time to start thinking about backyard design ideas for your outdoor swimming pool area. After all, keeping cool in the summer heat is essential and there's nothing quite like taking a dip in your own backyard pool. Now, let's be honest, [...]
