Halloween is right around the corner. But it’s not too late to plan a spooky transformation for a proper party. These backyard Halloween party ideas are easy to customize to your own space, and you can go cute for the little ones or extra creepy for an adults-only party. Invite guests to come in costume […]
We don’t know about you, but we think fall is prime grilling season. Sure, we like to grill in the summer, but it can get hot! When there’s a chill in the air and the humidity has vanished, we start looking for new grilling recipes to try. And did you know that in addition to […]
You take pride in your home’s appearance. And if you’re like most homeowners, that pride extends to your front yard, back yard, and the rest of your property. Whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer or you prefer to hire the experts to do the design and hard labor of installation, it helps to know what the various […]
Although you may use your fire pit occasionally during the summer, it really gets a workout when the temperatures start to drop in the fall. There’s just something about the warmth of a fire, and watching the dancing flames. But just like any open fire, you need to keep safety and basic maintenance in mind […]
Happy Labor Day! It’s the unofficial end of summer and the last day of summer vacation for a lot of school kids around the country. But Labor Day is a lot more than that. We thought today would be a good time to look at the story behind why we celebrate Labor Day. Labor Day […]
If you’ve invested in a beautiful home in the Capital Region, you want every aspect of it, inside and out, to reflect your aesthetics. This should include your outdoor lighting as well. No basic exterior lighting fixtures will do your new patio, outdoor kitchen, and home’s exterior justice. When it comes to enchanting exteriors and […]
If you’re like us, you love flowers of all kinds. Whether you have hanging baskets, flowers in urns on your front step, masses of flowers in your garden beds, or all of the above, you can make the floral display last longer by deadheading flowers. What Is Deadheading? If you’re new to the term, deadheading […]
The NFL preseason starts with the Hall of Fame Game on August 5th. How cool would it be to watch games out on the patio this year on your brand-new outdoor TV? You still have a little time to get it done before the Washington Football Team hits the road to take on the New […]
The heat of the summer sun can really do a number on your lawn and garden beds. So can those heavy rains that come with summer thunderstorms. Take a walk around your property to spot any issues, and then follow these summer landscaping tips to keep your property looking its best. Your Lawn Many of […]
Choosing the best decking material for your home doesn’t have to be hard. Sure, there are a lot of options out there, but selecting the best one will depend a lot on your aesthetic and how much maintenance you want to do (or avoid). We’ll state it right up front – we don’t design and […]
