As the warm breeze of 2024 approaches, homeowners in Hamilton, Burlington, and Oakville are contemplating how to make the most of their outdoor spaces. One fantastic addition to consider this year is the installation of a swimming pool. While it’s a significant investment, a swimming pool brings numerous benefits that can elevate your lifestyle and … Continue reading 10 Compelling Reasons to Install a Swimming Pool in 2024
Imagine stepping into your backyard and being greeted by a picturesque outdoor sanctuary where you can relax, entertain, and connect with nature. Outdoor living spaces have become a cherished extension of our homes, providing a tranquil haven to escape the stresses of daily life. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a social butterfly, or simply seeking … Continue reading Outdoor Living Spaces: Designing Your Dream Backyard
As we move into 2023, the design trends for pools and landscapes are rapidly evolving to meet the changing needs and preferences of homeowners. Whether you’re considering a new pool or landscape design for your property, or simply curious about the latest trends in the industry, read on to discover the top design trends for … Continue reading The Top Trends in Pool and Landscape Design for 2023
By Carson Arthur (originally written for Outdoor Lifestyle Magazine) I am one hundred percent committed to the belief that an amazing backyard is built around the useable space. For all of the gardeners out there, I will concede that plants are an important ingredient to a harmonized yard but if you don’t have a … Continue reading DECK VS PATIO – A Decision based on space
Recently I have been thinking about relationships. Relationships in the context of my work. Like what kind of cheese I will have with my wine? The longer I sat and thought about this whole idea, halfway through the bottle, the more similarities I discovered that there were between my marriage, and the relationships that I … Continue reading Relationships and Red Wine – by Dave Maciulis
Outdoor entertaining changed forever with the outdoor kitchen. This space has become wildly popular over the last few years and clever designers keep adding new features and styles that can make it an even more functional and beautiful space. We’ve been impressed with the outdoor kitchen trends we’ve seen making waves in 2021 and we’d … Continue reading Must-Have Outdoor Kitchen Trends for 2021
Why not choose an outdoor fire feature that you can use year-round? Summer evenings are made better with some roasted marshmallows, of course. And, if your fireplace is warm enough you can use it during winter evenings too. How do you choose the right fire feature, and adjust it for winter use? Here are the … Continue reading The Best Outdoor Fire Features for Year-Round Use
Landscape trends are always changing, and this year they are changing in a major way to start off the decade on some new trajectories. The connection between outdoor and indoor space has never been stronger, and the need for low-maintenance, environmentally friendly, natural design is in vogue. At Natural Landscape Group, our designers are especially … Continue reading Landscape Design Style Guide (2020 and Beyond)
Many of us love to spend our summer afternoons and evenings entertaining friends and family. But how do you make your summer party stand out? Perhaps you focus on the food, the decorations, or making sure there are plenty of cool drinks and fun games at hand. You might also be concerned about cleanliness, keeping … Continue reading Simple Hacks for Outdoor Entertaining
Your basic outdoor kitchen plan can make food prep much more convenient and safer, or can get in the way of your outdoor entertaining. It’s all about the features you include and how you lay them out. Here are some tips to help you envision an outdoor kitchen that can make your food prep a … Continue reading Benefits of Basic Outdoor Kitchen Plans
