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Year-round decks offer more time spent outdoors
MS – For many homeowners, the
arrival of fall and winter marks an
end to time spent lounging and
dining al fresco on the patio. But
cold air does not necessarily mean
patio furniture must be packed up
until flowers bloom anew in spring.
In its 2017 Home Design Trends
Survey, the American Institute of
Architects found that consumers
continue to emphasize practical
features that expand the
functionality of their homes via
heavy investment in outdoor living
spaces. The survey found that the
popularity of outdoor living spaces
increased by 72 per cent between
2012 and 2017, highlighting just
how much homeowners enjoy
spending time outdoors.
By taking measures to make their
outdoor living spaces winterproof,
homeowners can enjoy these areas
of their homes even more.
• Cover your deck: A covered
deck may appear to make the space
less enjoyable during spring and
summer. However, covered decks
can protect residents from the sun on
especially hot days while also
making the space more functional in
winter. An overhead shelter on a
deck can be outfitted with heaters
(and fans to provide a cooling effect
in summer) and allow residents to sit
outside and watch snow fall without
getting wet.
• Plant the right trees:
Coniferous trees prevent wind,
which can be especially harsh in
winter. Homeowners who are unsure
about which direction wind typically
comes from can consult a landscape
architect to determine where to plant
the trees to ensure they’re most
effective.
• Fire up the patio: A fire pit or
fireplace can warm up an outdoor
living area, making such a space
warm and cozy even on a cold winter
night. A patio with a built-in fire pit
can cost a pretty penny, but such an
addition can withstand winter
weather better than a standalone fire
pit, which might be vulnerable to
being tipped over by winter winds.
• Install lighting: The sun sets
early in winter, so homeowners
won’t be able to rely on natural light
to illuminate their outdoor living
spaces well into the evening like
they do in summer. Heat lamps can
be used to both warm and illuminate
a space, serving dual, budget-
friendly functions.
With the right adjustments,
outdoor living spaces can be enjoyed
throughout winter.
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As outdoor spaces are becoming more popular among homeowners, some are looking to
make their decks and other outdoor living spaces usable throughout the shoulder and winter
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days a year. Fire pits, lighting and heaters can help combat the winter blues by giving a cozy
space for family and friends to spend outside. (MS photo)
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