4 outdoor renovation ideas

Dec 4, 2024 | Design Inspiration

Enjoy your outdoor living space year round

Calgarians love the outdoors but also understand the harsh reality of our short summers all too well. So, what if we told you that you can maximize usage and even extend your patio season by several months with some of these amazing outdoor renovation design solutions? Why not try one of these outdoor renovation ideas :

The covered outdoor living space

Creating a covered space ensures you can use your outdoor space in every season, giving you shade from the heat and UV rays of the summer sun, shielding you from spring rain, keeping the falling autumn leaves off your outdoor space and sheltering you from the winter snow.  Yes! You can even grill outdoors in the middle of winter, without having to shovel a path to the barbecue first! Or build your own fully-equipped outdoor kitchen.  Incorporate lighting and ceiling fans to keep you cool or heaters to keep you warm, making the space feel luxurious while being ultra-functional. You can even create an outdoor home theater with your TV protected from the elements. 

The screen room

The screen room setup allows you to grill, relax and unwind in a bug-free environment. There are some beautiful framework designs you can do which make the space feel incredibly unique and customized, all while adding value to your home. 

Nana Walls

 Next up, use of Nana Walls gives the ultimate feeling of luxury! It allows you to cohesively merge the outdoors with the indoors. On those hot summer days, you can open the entire wall of your house and have both amazing airflow and visual flow throughout your space. This will also add square footage to your liveable space, while creating a statement with your design. What a cool way to add character to your home and bring the outdoors in!

Solariums

While solariums are not new, we love them as a perfect addition to a home that can be used year round. A combination of screen, glass, and doors make this space the pinnacle of seasonally flexible design. Imagine lounging under the stars on a clear summer night while listening to the wind rustling through the leaves, or hearing the rain pour down around you while you stay dry! Watch the first snowfall and enjoy a white Christmas while still toasty and warm! 

With our unpredictable weather, make the most out of your space. Enjoy the outdoors to the fullest by bringing the outside indoors, maybe even all year long!  Whether you are heading in the contemporary direction with a propane fireplace on the patio, a more Tuscan-inspired set up with stonework and a fountain or a rustic campfire fit for your family, impress your guests with a welcoming outdoor living space.  Investing in your backyard can be one of the most rewarding renovations you can do.

If you’re contemplating an outdoor living space, let us help you renovate your backyard and create the outdoor oasis you always wanted!

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