Any socially distanced conversation that happens in dermatologist Amy Forman Taub’s north suburban backyard occurs under her extra-wide patio umbrella. “It’s a godsend,” she says, explaining that she ...

ShadeFX custom builds structures and retractable shades since no two spaces are the same size and style preferences vary. The ready-to-install systems are often created through collaborations between ...

Throwing shade isn't always a bad thing—and your backyard probably needs some cover, whether it's a respite from a scorching hot summer day, or a place where you can still hang out and enjoy the ...

If you’re like me, when the summer sun hits its zenith, I go searching for the nearest shade. Between super fair skin and an intense dislike of nature's littlest pests, I’m a big, big fan of tents, ...

Outdoor living areas can have it made in the shade through the use of canopies or awnings. Outdoor areas can be up to 15 degrees cooler when protected from the direct rays of the sun, says Ross ...

Relaxing outdoors while surrounded by plants is a great stress reducer. But as temperatures rise, being outside becomes less comfortable. However, you can prolong your time outside by creating some ...

Location is another key distinction. Verandahs run along the exterior of your home and often wrap around corners. Patios are specifically entertainment areas at the rear of the house. Pergolas can be ...

After installing a large lap pool in their side yard, Waterloo homeowners contacted Monarch Fine Landscapes & Interiors to add their professional touch. They wanted shade over the pool that was ...

A new structure to provide more outdoor shade at the Mandel Recreation Center was approved by the Town Council at its meeting last month. Council members voted unanimously June 13 to approve in ...