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Aug. 17, 2023 | CREB
Calgary summer bucket list
There’s still time to cross these off your Calgary summer bucket list!
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March 01, 2021 | Gerald Vander Pyl
Backyard makeover: it's time to start planning your 2021 landscaping projects
Calgary is still stuck in the throes of winter, but many homeowners are already planning their landscape projects for 2021 to ensure they have an outdoor space to enjoy this summer.
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July 07, 2020 | Gerald Vander Pyl
Fleeting fun: remembering Calgary's Bonzai waterslide park
During the early 1980s, a new craze was sweeping across North America. Outdoor waterslides quickly became the hottest summer attraction in city after city, and Calgary was no exception.
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July 02, 2020 | Tyler Difley
Six easy ways to spruce up your backyard for summer
Despite the gradual reopening of businesses and other public spaces as part of Alberta's relaunch strategy, COVID-19 still loom large in our daily lives several months into the pandemic. As a result, the humble backyard might be where many Calgarians spend much of their time outdoors this summer – whether they're seeking sanctuary or a place for small, physically distanced gatherings with friends and family.
So, there's no time like the present to make the most of that space. Here are six easy ways to spruce up your yard and create the outdoor oasis you've always wanted.
So, there's no time like the present to make the most of that space. Here are six easy ways to spruce up your yard and create the outdoor oasis you've always wanted.
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June 10, 2020 | Natalie Noble
Alykhan Velji's hot design trends for summer focus on forgotten spaces

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After an unusual spring spent mostly cooped up inside, summer's onset promises brighter days.
Summer is also a great time to notice the areas around the home that are especially in need of a refresh. This is where Alykhan Velji, principal at Alykhan Velji Designs, is focused for summer 2020.
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May 19, 2020 | Geoff Geddes
Catching rays: sunrooms are becoming a hot commodity in Calgary
As temperatures rise, so too does interest in enjoying the sun from the comfort of one's home, and a sunroom is one option that is easy to warm up to.
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July 31, 2019 | Donna Balzer
August in the garden: Stretch out summer with late-blooming flowers
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June 26, 2019 | Tyler Difley
Eight Calgary pools where you can beat the heat this summer
Calgary's public pools are now open for the season, and there's no better way to have some fun in the summer sun. If you're looking to go for a dip, here's a list of Calgary's outdoor pools:
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June 26, 2019 | Gerald Vander Pyl
Luxe landscapes: Three of the hottest high-end outdoor living trends
When it comes to landscaping and outdoor living, Calgarians have a lot of options to choose from, both in terms of features and the latest products. CREB®Now talked to two leading Calgary companies to find out a few of the hottest trends in luxury landscaping.