Manitoba

  • Wellness for Small Spaces

    ByKathi Belcourt

    Backyards are changing. Across North America — and especially in urban markets — homeowners are working with less outdoor space than they did a generation ago. Infill development, smaller lots and higher-density neighborhoods are reshaping what the typical backyard looks like. At the same time, expectations around lifestyle have dramatically shifted. Today’s homeowners are placing greater value on wellness and recovery, time spent at home. year-round usability and building spaces that feel intentional and restorative

  • Shifting into Shipping

    ByChelsea Kowalski

    Subscription-based water care kits are gaining traction, securing repeat purchases as well as long-term consumer engagement, according to a 2026 Allied Market Research report.
    “Consumers choosing to shop online is not a trend our industry can afford to ignore,” says Rene Huston, president of Patio Pleasures Pools & Spas in Sun Prairie and Madison, Wisconsin.