When I get home from a busy day of work, it’s nice to have a sanctuary. My wife runs a daycare out of our house, so the living room is generally crawling with kids. My teenage son dominates the den with his videogames and guitar practice. More often than not, my only recourse is to retreat to the backyard screen house.

The Eureka screen house is a haven of peace and quiet. The only audible sound is the soft, steady click of the automated sprinkler system. I can catch up on some reading material or just take a brief nap before dinner. Occasionally the kids will come in and talk to me about their day – or, more often, ask for some money. In any case, I can always look forward to coming home to the screen house and relaxing in the warm summer air.