Author Archives: Gabriella

Getting set for a Sydney summer outdoors…

Summer’s finally here, which may have reminded you of the outdoor structure project you were meant to do last summer. Life’s too short to put off projects that will improve your outdoor lifestyle, so it’s time to get cracking. A … Continue reading

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Time to maintain your Adelaide deck

Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle, but that doesn’t mean you can relax all the time! Warmer weather is also the perfect time to re-coat your Adelaide deck as it will dry quickly, giving you and … Continue reading

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A Brisbane carport can be a valuable asset

A Brisbane summer can be pretty tough on us humans and on our cars. Harsh sun, torrential rain and occasional hail storms can all take their toll on what is – for most of us – our second biggest asset. … Continue reading

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Beat the summer heat with an Adelaide carport

We’ve all hopped in a car that’s been baking in the hot Adelaide sun and know how unbearable it can be. But did you know the interior of a shaded car can be 15 degrees or more cooler than one … Continue reading

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Improve your lifestyle with a Sydney patio

The weather in Sydney makes our city one of the best in the world to live, particularly if you’re a house-owner and enjoy the outdoor lifestyle. Improve your outdoor lifestyle, and unleash endless entertainment and relaxation opportunities by installing a … Continue reading

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Enjoy the Melbourne summer with a patio

It may have been a slow start to the Melbourne summer, but there have been indications of many long, hot days ahead. One of the keys to enjoying the outdoor lifestyle in comfort is to have an outside covered area … Continue reading

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Launceston Outdoor Cafe Blinds

Year-round protection with café blinds  If you love the outdoors but also your creature comforts, café blinds can be a great way of combining both. Café blinds installed on an outdoor structure such as a verandah or patio can be … Continue reading

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Melbourne verandahs and summer – a match made in heaven

Shading from the sun, shelter from the rain and a great place to enjoy a cuppa or coldie on a warm summer day. A Melbourne verandah can be a great asset any time of the year but perhaps mostly in … Continue reading

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Outdoor living in style – Cafe Blinds Perth

Outside Concepts South East WA have recently completely transformed this outdoor area for customers in South Perth.  Firstly, a tired old timber structure that provided no sun protection in summer and leaked in winter was removed. The new patio plan … Continue reading

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Summer’s here – time to install your Perth verandah

While the Eastern States have enjoyed a slow start to summer, here in Perth we’ve had plenty of hot days. So, if you’ve been thinking about installing a verandah for your Perth home, now’s the time to act. While you … Continue reading

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Deck the halls… and your Brisbane home!

Christmas and summer are great times to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle in comfort and one of the best ways to do so in Brisbane is to install a deck. Decks are popular additions to any home, primarily because they look … Continue reading

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A Queensland patio over pool, with a bamboo roof for filtered shade!

Just the ticket to make the back yard more enjoyable and user friendly. This family found it hard to enjoy their back yard in summer. From lunch time onwards fierce sun streamed into the back of the house and entertaining … Continue reading

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Peace of mind when building your Adelaide verandah

The verandah has become something of an Australian tradition, perhaps nowhere more than Adelaide. Whether you own a beautiful old home or a brand-new modern home, a verandah can add value to your most precious possession, now and well into … Continue reading

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Enjoy your new timber decking in Melbourne

Enjoy your new timber decking in Melbourne A well designed and built timber decking for your Melbourne home will create an outside living area you can use and enjoy all-year-round. Timber decking is a great place to enjoy entertaining opportunities … Continue reading

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Maintaining your Sydney decking – Spring is here!

Re-coating your Sydney decking is a job that most DIYers can easily tackle in a weekend. How often should you re-coat your Sydney decking? This depends on a number of factors, including exposure to the elements and how much foot traffic … Continue reading

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Adelaide carport is a great asset

A carport is a great investment for any Adelaide home owner because it will provide protection for your second biggest asset and an alternative entertaining and relaxation area. Like all outside projects, designing and building a carport can be a … Continue reading

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Creating your perfect Adelaide deck

These days decks are an extremely popular addition to many homes and for good reason. Timber decks look great with any style of home, are easy to keep clean and maintain, economical to build and when roofed, create an outside … Continue reading

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Extend your outdoor lifestyle using café blinds in Perth

How can you combine your love of the outdoors and your home with a cold Perth day? The solution is simple with help from Outside Concepts using café blinds. Installing café blinds on your Perth patio or outside living area … Continue reading

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Enjoy your perfect Gold Coast patio

Is there anywhere more perfect in Australia for a patio than the Gold Coast? With our high number of days of sunshine and sub-tropical climate, the Gold Coast is a great area to enjoy relaxation and entertainment opportunities outside at … Continue reading

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Double carport Brisbane

This free-standing dutch gable double carport has been designed to match the customers home in both style and colouring. It has been framed with Firmlok Colorbond Steel beams, giving clean classic looks and zero maintenance. Double carports are usually 6 … Continue reading

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Outdoor kitchen in Melbourne

Outdoor kitchens… the new ‘man cave’ ? So… you’ve got your deck and pergola ready to go, the café blinds are on order, the wife has her eye on a new al-fresco dining table but your BBQ is looking a … Continue reading

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Using timber decking in Melbourne

Using timber decking to enhance your entertaining area will give you extra opportunities with family and friends to relax on the weekend. Timber decking creates a visually appealing and pleasant atmosphere with warm amber tones. Combined with part of full-roof … Continue reading

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Cafe Blinds warm up a Sydney winter

We might not have the very cold winters of the southern states, but Sydney weather certainly can get chilly this time of year. So, if you enjoy entertaining and relaxing outside, the installation of café blinds will be well worth … Continue reading

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Broome Verandah…the Great Aussie tradition

Broome verandah an Aussie tradition There’s perhaps nothing more Aussie than a great beach – and Broome has one of the best – and a great verandah. The humble verandah has become an Aussie tradition because it’s a great way … Continue reading

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Perth Verandah – Perth Outdoor Blinds

  Enjoy your Perth verandah all year round   Installing a verandah on your Perth home is an investment that you will enjoy for many years to come, and not just in the summer weather. Perth’s climate – and our … Continue reading

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