The Magic of Winter Outdoor Lighting
If you’ve lived in “the land of the frozen chosen” for any length of time, you’ve probably learned that embracing the season is the best approach to thriving through the […]
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Fall Foliage and Outdoor Fire Features: A Match Made in Heaven
In recent years, the Danish word hygge (pronounced “huga”) has made its way into mainstream vernacular. While it has many definitions, hygge encompasses the idea of enjoying cozy, simple pleasures […]
10 Ways To Boost Your Home’s Fall Curb Appeal
As summer fades into fall, the exterior of your home can begin to look a little stale. Freshen up your home and boost your fall curb appeal with these tips.
The Ultimate Winter Prep Checklist to Tackle This Fall!
Shorter days, cooler evenings, and some tinges of yellow and orange in the treetops can only mean one thing—fall is just around the corner. If we’re unprepared, it’s easy to […]
Eco-Friendly Lawn Care: Tips for a Greener, Healthier Yard
We put considerable effort into planning our gardens. What plants should we add this year? What needs pruning or dividing? Do our gardens need to be fertilized? How will we […]
Make a Splash This Summer: Create a Relaxing Retreat With Water Features!
As humans, we’re drawn to water. If you’ve ever heard of Blue Mind Theory, you know that being in and around water increases our dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin levels, which […]
Want to Host a Summer Garden Party? Set the Scene!
Spring is here, the trees are budding, and irises, tulips, daffodils, and other spring bloomers are pushing through the dirt. There’s beauty in all the season changes, but there’s something […]
Elevate Your Outdoor Living Experience With a Custom Paver Patio
Spring has sprung, and Midwesterners everywhere are excited to get back to the business of enjoying the great outdoors! Do you have an old deck or concrete patio you’d like […]
Spring Landscaping Essentials for the DIYer
Our northern climate is notorious for extreme cold, high winds, and heavy snowfall, which can wreak havoc on our lawns and gardens. However, mild winters are arguably harder on our […]
Maximize Your Outdoor Kitchen Design for Memorable Spring Gatherings
Spring is just around the corner, although in many parts of the country, it seems to have arrived unseasonably early! There’s nothing like melting snow, warmer temps, and birds singing […]