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Keeping Warm In Your Arizona Landscape Design

Posted on January 15, 2013 in Backyard Fire Pit, Outdoor Living, Patio Fireplace with Comments Disabled

Temperatures in Arizona have recently been colder than recent years past and many homeowners are staying indoors to keep warm.  We in Arizona have to remember that we’re lucky enough to live in a place that isn’t completely frozen throughout the winter.  We have some landscape design ideas for keeping warm outdoors during the winter months no matter what your style is.

If your style is more classic and timeless then an outdoor fireplace could be a great choice for you.  An outdoor fireplace is an instant focal point for your outdoor living space.  It looks great on a patio and creates a relaxing place to relax and unwind.

Backyard Fireplace by Dream Retreats

If you love the outdoors and appreciate nature’s beauty then a fire pit make be best for you.  Fire pits can be built with many types of natural textured blocks, so they work will within all types of Arizona landscape designs.  You can recreate fond family memories of sitting by the campfire and making s’mores without leaving your yard!

Patio Fire Pit by Dream Retreats

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Or do you prefer something that is classic with a flair of contemporary style?  If so,  a firebox or fire bowl may be what you prefer.  Not only will it integrate function by creating warmth but will also add eye-catching flair to your backyard landscape design.

Fire Feature by Dream Retreats

Today’s fire feature designs are endless and great for entertaining or relaxing on our crisp Arizona nights!

Fall In Arizona Is Perfect Backyard Firepit Weather

Posted on September 22, 2011 in Backyard Fire Pit, Fire, Patio Fireplace with No comments

Dream Retreats backyard firepitWith the crisp chill of autumn upon us, an evening of sitting around a campfire might sound inviting.  Open fires aren’t allowed in most Arizona towns, but backyard firepits and patio fireplaces are.

Although a gas firepit or fireplace lacks the reality of a true fire, it can still put out a very convincing flame.  However, a gas firepit or fireplace will heat consistently, unlike a wood-burning fire.  Maintenance is minimal compared to all the work that goes into taking care of a wood-burning firepit or patio fireplace.  The convenience of it is what makes it so appealing to many people.  Anybody who enjoys the warmth and ambiance of flickering flames, but doesn’t want the hassle of buying wood and cleaning ashes should consider a gas patio fireplace or backyard firepit.

Patio Fireplace by Dream RetreatsThe landscape design possibilities are endless for incorporating fire into your backyard landscape and outdoor living space.  Instead of the metal bowl with last night’s charred remains, imagine a custom, artistically crafted stone structure.  By day, it is a stunning, creative backyard landscape feature.  When lit at night, it surprises, pleases, and warms guests without masking intoxicating garden fragrances.