Which type of stone is best for your outdoor living space? Typically, when a homeowner is thinking about enhancing their outdoor living space, they begin to look at other homes see what others have done and what types of materials, landscaping, and hardscaping they’ve installed. At some point, their eyes will focus on the stone. [...]
Extend your Michigan Outdoor Season with an Outdoor Fireplace or Fire Pit No one will argue that summer evenings are the most fun when they’re spent outdoors. On those warm, balmy nights, gathered with family, friends, and neighbors, whatever you’re doing is more pleasant and memorable if it’s outdoors. And, of course, if you’re I [...]
How to Avoid Making Costly Hardscape Mistakes Every major home renovation, improvement, and construction project will benefit if you bring in a professional to consult, advise, and guide you through the design, decision-making, and actual construction processes. Some homeowners automatically accept that. Other homeowners don’t discover that until it’s far too late. And, many hours [...]
Outdoor Kitchens – 2 Main Considerations Many people who are pleased with their outdoor patios and landscaping are starting to think about elevating their outdoor living space with an outdoor kitchen. Even those who at one point, thought an outdoor kitchen was a bit too out of reach; even overwhelming, or too large of a [...]
What makes brick paver driveways a great choice? When homeowners have decided to update or upgrade their driveways, brick pavers are likely at the top of their lists. Not only do brick pavers highly elevate the appearance of your property, they add style, elegance, and personality to your entire home. But there are other, equally [...]
Outdoor Kitchens Advantages and Considerations Who doesn’t love outdoor cookouts? No matter where you live, or what you like to eat, outdoor cookouts are a fundamental part of a homeowner’s lifestyle. If you agree, then installing an outdoor kitchen is worth some consideration. Cooking outdoors makes the entire culinary experience more fun, rewarding, and creative. [...]
How do you know which Hardscape Company is Best for You? If you have decided that you want the most pleasing, appealing, functional, cost-effective hardscape design available for your home, how do you go about making sure the company you hire can deliver for you? Most homeowners who embark upon new hardscaping for their homes [...]
The path leading to your home can either make or break the exterior aesthetics of your house. The exposure to external elements can make its maintenance a hassle, too. Hence it is integral to choose a flooring option that balances aesthetics with low maintenance in the best possible way. If you are planning on upgrading [...]
Things to Consider When Designing a Fire Pit A fire pit is a great addition to your outdoor living space. The warmth and the glow from the fire pit allow you to enjoy quality time with your family and friends. However, if not designed properly, things can get dangerous for the people surrounding the pit. [...]
Hiring an Outdoor Lighting Professional versus Doing It Yourself Every homeowner wants their house to look absolutely perfect. Many spend a lot of time, energy, and money to make sure that their home looks inviting. But your home will only look appealing if the outdoor lights illuminate the lawn and create a great ambiance. Outdoor [...]