An Open Porch Overcomes Unpredictable Fall Weather
If you are like most of us who live in the Atlanta area, you enjoy the fall weather. An open porch allows you to enjoy the outdoors while still having protection from the rain, hot sun, or wind. Atlanta is full of unpredictable weather — warm one day, frost the next, and maybe some rain […]
Audio and Video Ideas for Your Backyard Indoor-Outdoor Living
Backyard indoor-outdoor living can look like many different things. Depending on your hobbies, whom you entertain, and where you live, the possibilities are endless. With so many streaming music and video platforms available to us, great content is available virtually everywhere. Why not bring it to your backyard, whether this is a completely open area […]
Maximize Your Atlanta Deck or Porch Entertainment Space: 5 Tips
A porch or deck, whether enclosed, screened, or open, are all wonderful additions to a home. When was the last time you took a look at your Atlanta deck or porch and thought about creating an entertainment space? Have you considered how to maximize your enjoyment for yourself or your guests? Here are a few […]
Under Deck Storage Ideas: Great Ways to Utilize Space
Did you know one of the most searched-for subjects in backyard remodeling is under deck storage ideas? It’s no wonder! When you can create a functional dry storage ‘room’ from what was once an unused space that your family can enjoy — it’s a win-win! It can even add value to your home down the […]
Deck Privacy Ideas for a Perfectly Secluded Outdoor Retreat
An outdoor retreat should be just that—a retreat that enables you to relax and enjoy a little peace and quiet. Let’s explore a few deck privacy ideas to help you achieve a level of privacy that’s right for you. Deck Privacy Ideas and Design for Back Porches Trees, Shrubs, and Plants for Deck […]
The Virtues of Preserving Rainwater
Have you ever considered preserving rainwater (capturing and storing it for water conservation)? Rainwater harvesting is used in countries around the world and has multiple advantages. Installing a rain barrel (or a few) is easy and affordable. Harvesting rainwater can make your plants and soil heavy and save you money. Let’s examine more details on […]
Bring the Luck of the Irish to Your Garden
Ireland is known as the Emerald Isle — with a temperate and rainy climate and just enough sunshine to bestow a never-ending panorama of green. And, it is not surprising that the Irish know a thing or two about gardening. We’ve borrowed a few of their secrets to inspire your own Irish garden… Incorporate a […]
Inspirational Ways to Make Your Fence Line a Thing of Beauty
Fences and fence lines offer a variety of benefits including privacy and security. Just because they serve a functional purpose, doesn’t mean that they can’t be a thing of beauty in your yard. We have written many articles about the best plants to grow on a fence line. Let’s delve into other ideas to help […]
Deck Your Front Deck with Boughs of Holly!
Thanks to the mild winter weather in Georgia, you can still spend quality time on your front deck (or back porch) throughout the year. So, even when it’s a little cold out, you can still give it some love for the holiday season with a few festive decorations. Here are some ideas to spark your […]
5 Ideas to Refresh Your Deck for Fall
We’re all familiar with Spring Cleaning but there is also a lesser-know tradition we call Fall Re-fresh. And, since we have been designing and creating decks since 1988, we feel qualified to share ways to refresh your deck! Do a Deep Clean A re-fresh should start with a deep clean—right? Early or late fall […]
