Outdoor Living Ideas

New Styles of Our Siesta Poolside Bar are Now Available

Ashley | May 10, 2022

One of the best parts of our job here is brainstorming new pool house designs to keep our styles fresh. The Siesta Poolside Bar (everyone’s favorite little pool cabana) is a great example of this.

When we first released the Siesta about 10 years ago, it came standard with a hip roof design (and a myriad of siding, bar counter, and interior options.) A little over 5 years ago, we introduced the Siesta with an a-frame roofline.

And now, we have 2 more styles we’d love to introduce you to, which are almost a year in the making.

The Ultimate Guide to Pool Safety for Children and Pets

A child with goggles on in a swimming pool hugs their pet bulldog. The bulldog is wearing a lifejacket and standing at the pool’s edge.

Ashley | Jan 3, 2022

If you have a pool, it’s likely the beloved centerpiece of your yard and garden. Not only is it beautiful, but it’s also a place where you and your family can gather for fun, spend time together, and make lasting memories. However, your pool is also one of the most dangerous parts of your home, especially for your children and pets.

Fulfilling Nonprofit Programs That You Can Run From Home

An individual sits at a desk in a brightly lit home office speaking on the phone.

Ashley | Jan 3, 2022

Nonprofit work is a fulfilling endeavor for many people. However, involving yourself in nonprofit charity projects may seem intimidating from the outside looking in. Luckily, it is often an easier task than it might appear. There are many relatively simple charity projects that you can develop and manage from the comfort of your own home.

How To Store and Organize Seasonal Sports Equipment

Balls, a bicycle, and other various sporting equipment stored neatly inside a garage.

Ashley | Jan 3, 2022

It’s typically in your best interest to cycle out and appropriately store various types of seasonal equipment throughout the year. Doing so will reduce clutter and may prevent damage to the equipment over time. When it comes to seasonal sports gear, it’s in your best interest to ensure that these items are easy to find and ready to go the next time you need them.

Outdoor Dinner Party Do's and Don'ts

A backyard pool in the foreground, with people mingling around an illuminated canvas tent and twinkle lights in the background.

Ashley | Jan 3, 2022

Dinner parties are a great way to celebrate big life milestones, or simply connect with friends and family over food. Coming together and sharing a meal can help you foster a sense of community, create a chance to get to know new neighbors, or even try out new recipes on an audience.

Want an Insider Look at our Surprisingly Modern Pool House Design?

Ashley | Nov 11, 2021

Sharp, clean architectural lines. Flat roofs with broad overhangs. Huge windows, tall ceilings and open floor plans. Lots of glass and metal accents with neutral colors.

These are just a few if the characteristics that define modern architecture. And just a few of the characteristics we’ve added to our new modern pool house design.

DIY Pool Ideas - Pool and Backyard Decorating Ideas

Ashley | Jan 13, 2021

Once the pool is installed, it is time to get to work decorating it. A few seconds searching online and your mood is already dampened. It is so expensive to fix up and make your pool look amazing! But with a little creativity and a little elbow grease, you can make some of your décors and decorate your pool area the way you want, without the high price tag. Some of the ideas you can try to help decorate your pool include:

Make Your Own Poolside Chairs

Types of Backyard Structures and What To Know About Each

The Top 5 Backyard Structures You Need to Know

Ashley | Jun 24, 2020

One of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors is in the comfort of your own backyard, where you can choose whether to suntan in privacy or have friends over for a cookout. You can enjoy hot summer days and crisp winter nights just as well by setting up your property for outdoor entertainment in any season. To create an outdoor space that is attractive, comfortable, and versatile, adding a backyard structure could be the perfect solution.

The Backyard Office Shed – The Perfect Work From Home Solution

Ashley | Jun 11, 2020

The option of working from home has moved from a luxury to a practical necessity for many in 2020. For years, the ability to work from home has been a benefit sought after by employees and offered by only a small number of employers.

Now that employers around the world are discovering that remote employees can be just as productive (and more cost-effective!) than their office-bound coworkers, working from home is an option for many for the first time ever.

5 Valuable Reasons Why A Pergola Would Be Perfect For You

10x14 Custom Pavilion with luxury outdoor kitchen

Ashley | May 20, 2020

With summer fast approaching, many people are looking to spruce up their backyard space. Pergolas are one of the most elegant ways to enhance your back yard aesthetically. These wood or vinyl structures look amazing and can help provide some shade during the hot summer days. Many people use them to give their outdoor living space an air of old world sophistication and charm.

Transform Your Backyard into a Staycation Paradise

Ashley | Apr 29, 2020

Vacations are great and we all need them but turning your own home into a staycation can be just as rewarding. Furthermore, it's more affordable and less stressful. The summer is almost here and with all the new regulations regarding COVID 19, it is important to adapt and make the best out of it while staying home.

Creating a staycation atmosphere in your own home to unwind and reset might be a great option this summer! With these staycation ideas, you can make your weekend getaway ideas work and give your home that relaxing resort feel!

Transform Your Backyard into a Staycation Paradise

Ashley | Apr 29, 2020