Sunlight exposure and shade behavior in private outdoor residential areas.
A backyard can feel warm and comfortable during the afternoon, then surprisingly cool once the sun goes down. The change can seem sudden, especially in an open area with little protection from the surrounding environment. A patio, deck, balcony, or uncovered seating area does not hold onto the warmth of the day in quite the...
Why a Backyard Can Feel Different With the Same Temperature A backyard doesn't automatically feel pleasant just because the thermometer reads something reasonable. Plenty of people have noticed this firsthand — a warm afternoon can feel genuinely nice when there's a light breeze drifting through, while a day that's technically a few degrees cooler can...
A patio can look exactly the same throughout the day and still feel like a different place. A corner that feels pleasant in the morning may become too warm to sit in during the afternoon. A garden chair beside a wall may be moved to another spot because the area starts feeling uncomfortable. Small changes...