Coming up on a full year, the global pandemic has reshaped our lives in drastic and unforeseen ways. While the pandemic has affected everyone differently, one thing is nearly universal – everyone is spending a lot of time at home. The result? People are investing in making their homes beautiful and comfortable more than ever before. No surprise, stay-at-home comfort, …
Winter is a great time to explore the magic of the desert. The Sonoran Desert that surrounds us here in central Arizona is an incredibly rich region for biodiversity, with the desert’s borders covering roughly 100,000 square miles in Mexico, Arizona and California. Just a mere four hour drive away is one of the most interesting regions of the Sonoran …
As we close out this strange year of global pandemic, people are learning to adapt the ways they gather and celebrate to virtual hangout and online get-togethers. While celebrating with your loved ones virtually won’t be the same as seeing them in-person, there are tons of warm and creative ways to connect across distance. Learning how to gather virtually this …
While most of the country is dusting off their snowblowers, winter in Phoenix is the perfect time to be thinking about hanging out on your patio. Speaking of which, could your patio go for an upgrade? From small changes in decor to major overhauls, renovating your patio is a great way to bring new life into your outdoor space. Add …
With the daylight hours shortening and the temperature tapering off, autumn is the perfect season in central Arizona for outdoor adventure. Hikes and recreation that can turn deadly in summer’s extreme heat once again become pleasurable Get Ready For the Outdoors Even with the desert heat falling off, it is important to go out prepared for the landscape. Arizona adventures …
While it seems like we just said goodbye to summer, the chill in the evening air and the diminishing daylight are handy reminders that we’re headed into November and it is time to get your desert home ready for winter. Winterizing in central Arizona isn’t like winterizing in other parts of the country. Lucky for us, our mild winter weather …
When it comes to the outside of your windows, CC Sunscreens has you covered with attractive custom sunscreens that cut heat, glare and UV damage protecting your belongings and adding privacy and comfort to your home year-round. Now that you’ve got a plan for the outside – what about indoors? For decorating drama or understated cool, finding the right window …
If you live in the Salt River Valley or any part of the low desert, then sunscreens can provide several benefits for you and your home. Also known as solar screens, window sunscreens provide protection from the sun’s UV rays which can be dangerous for your home, your skin and your belongings, while patio screens provide relief from the sun. …
People from the east often believe that the desert is a dry place with only one season. If you know the desert however you know that the Sonoran Desert goes through a seasonal cycle just like anywhere else but it is just different. Unlike the east of the US, the Sonoran Desert has five seasons, which include winter, dry summer, …
This year’s fire season is causing more concern than ever, predominantly on the West Coast. Still, here in Arizona, we become increasingly aware of the increasing risk of wildfire to our homes. With the understanding that we can expect fire seasons to become more and more of a danger it is important to do everything we can to be prepared. …