Designing your exterior for Fall | Maisons Contemporaines

As September rolls into view and temperatures start to drop, remember to take advantage of the last days of summer to relax under the shade of a tree in your backyard. Combine pleasure with practicality and make good use of the cooler weather to start, or finish up, the tasks you’ve been putting off all summer. Whatever your mood, you can get the most out of Fall by being well prepared!

Landscaping adapted to new activities

​In anticipation of the next season’s arrival, here are a few ideas. 

Lighting

​As the days get shorter, brighten your backyard with string lights to create a warm and cozy atmosphere.
 
If you have a pergola or covered deck, you can always hang a lamp under the roof. You can also string lanterns from there to your house, which makes a lovely connection between the two. You’ll be sure to want to stay outside for longer! 

Home Spa

​Hot tubs are known for their therapeutic and relaxing effects. After a long day’s work, what bliss to take a soak in one!
 
Have you always dreamed of having a hot tub at home? The arrival of Fall could be the right time to gift yourself that dream. You don’t have to choose the costliest version; there are many options on the market. 

Heating

​Hot tubs are not the only way to keep warm: Consider a more price-friendly firepit or patio heater, which are perfect sources of heat for the cooler days ahead.

●      Firepit
 
Always appreciated, fire pits are synonymous with comfort and conviviality. Whether it’s made from stone, bricks, stainless steel or concrete, your fire pit of choice will guarantee some beautiful evenings spent among family and friends.
 
●      Patio heater
 
Patio heaters are another very efficient option for keeping warm. Gas or electric, these outdoor heaters can be THE ideal solution for enjoying your patio, deck or even yard in any season.

Mild weather and works

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​Be it in winter or summer, the extreme temperatures that we’ve seen in Quebec are not always conducive to working outside. Fall’s more comfortable temperatures could not be more suitable.
 
With the end of vacations and the return to school, why not use the gentler weather to optimize your space and remodel your kitchen or bathroom? It could also be the perfect moment to repaint your bedroom or reconsider the decor in your living room.
 
If you need help turning any of your ideas into a reality, the team at Contemporary Houses is there for you.
 
“Whatever the remodel or works you’ve always dreamed of, we can help you make it happen. It will be a pleasure to work with you on your project, whatever the season!”

​- David Caroni