Creative Design Landscaping
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard rectangular and tile natural pool remodel in New York
Envision Landscape Studio
Photography by Joe Dodd
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard concrete paver patio kitchen remodel in San Francisco
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard concrete paver patio kitchen remodel in San Francisco
MIK Architecture
Large trendy rooftop stone and rectangular aboveground and privacy pool photo in Miami
Hanselman Landscape and Gardens
Photo of a large asian partial sun front yard gravel landscaping in Philadelphia for winter.
National Association of the Remodeling Industry
JP Compass, Chesterland, Ohio, 2021 Regional CotY Award Winner, Residential Landscape Design/ Outdoor Living Over $250,000
Pool - large traditional backyard stone pool idea in Cleveland
Pool - large traditional backyard stone pool idea in Cleveland
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
E.S. Templeton Signature Landscapes
Large mountain style backyard stone and custom-shaped natural pool house photo in Philadelphia
Large mountain style backyard stone and custom-shaped natural pool house photo in Philadelphia
Custom Outdoor Structures
Ipe Curved deck with hidden fasteners and Stainless Steel Cable Railing...
Example of a large trendy backyard deck design in Cincinnati
Example of a large trendy backyard deck design in Cincinnati
Naples Bay Builders, Inc.
Patio kitchen - large coastal backyard patio kitchen idea in Other with a roof extension
Arcanum Architecture
Patio - large rustic backyard stone patio idea in Sacramento with a fire pit and no cover
User
This lake house porch uses a palette of neutrals, blues and greens to incorporate the client’s favorite color: turquoise. A bead board ceiling, woven wood blinds, wicker ceiling fan and outdoor grass rug set the stage for Indonesian rain drum tables and a vintage turquoise planter.
Christian Rice Architects, Inc.
Coronado, CA
The Alameda Residence is situated on a relatively large, yet unusually shaped lot for the beachside community of Coronado, California. The orientation of the “L” shaped main home and linear shaped guest house and covered patio create a large, open courtyard central to the plan. The majority of the spaces in the home are designed to engage the courtyard, lending a sense of openness and light to the home. The aesthetics take inspiration from the simple, clean lines of a traditional “A-frame” barn, intermixed with sleek, minimal detailing that gives the home a contemporary flair. The interior and exterior materials and colors reflect the bright, vibrant hues and textures of the seaside locale.
The Lazy Gardener
A refurbished Queen Anne needed privacy from a busy street corner while not feeling like it was behind a privacy hedge. A mixed use of evergreen trees and shrubs, deciduous plants and perennials give a warm cottage feel while creating the privacy the garden needed from the street.
VanderHorn Architects
The soaring vaulted ceiling and its exposed timber framing rises from the sturdy brick arched facades. Flemish bond (above the arches), running bond (columns), and basket weave patterns (kitchen wall) differentiate distinct surfaces of the classical composition. A paddle fan suspended from the ceiling provides a comforting breeze to the seating areas below.
Gus Cantavero Photography
Johns Building Supply
Traditional Style Fire Feature - Techo-Bloc's Valencia Fire Pit.
Patio - large traditional backyard stone patio idea in Boston with a fire pit and no cover
Patio - large traditional backyard stone patio idea in Boston with a fire pit and no cover
Hughes Landscaping
Ground view of deck. Outwardly visible structural elements are wrapped in pVC. Photo Credit: Johnna Harrison
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard second story outdoor kitchen deck remodel in DC Metro with a pergola
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard second story outdoor kitchen deck remodel in DC Metro with a pergola
Boyce Design + Build
This outdoor kitchen features concrete countertops with Ipe base, grill, sink, refrigerator and kegerator with a double tap.
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard outdoor kitchen deck remodel in Atlanta with no cover
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard outdoor kitchen deck remodel in Atlanta with no cover
The Garden District
The Valero Family wanted a new area where they could have foliage growing and covering an area that faced the neighbors for more privacy and also to enhance the look of their backyard. Privacy fence, new landscaping , palm trees and beach pebbles were installed in this area,
Pool Environments, Inc.
Originally designed by one of the most notable landscape architects in town, this once impressive project had faltered in recent years. The pool and spa still functioned well, and the client wanted to keep it intact. In addition, they wanted to keep as much of the existing landscaping as possible. The surrounding decks, walls, and steps were fair game. At first glance, one might think that our changes were simple material changes. Upon closer inspection, however, one can see the subtle, yet transformative changes that come together to update this classic pool in a tasteful, timeless manner, and improve the flow and usability of the deck areas, while softening the feel of the massive hardscape.
The subtle changes begin as soon as you walk out the back door of the house. The existing decking had a lot of what we call “tweeners”; areas that are overly generous walkways, yet not large enough to house furniture. The awkwardly small bluestone patio was expanded to accommodate a generous seating area, by pushing the step-down closer to the pool. Our talented stone mason carefully married the new bluestone into the existing, resulting in an imperceptible difference between the two. As you descend the new bluestone steps to the pool level, your bare feet will be thankful for the new smooth-finished limestone colored concrete, with a hand cut pattern carefully etched into its surface. The old red brick decking was so hot that the owners could not walk around the pool in bare feet. The brick coping was also replaced with an eased edge Pennsylvania Premier Stone which matches the new step treads throughout the project. Between the house and the pool, a large raised planter was reconfigured, giving additional space to the pool deck for a shaded lounge chair area.
Across the pool, a bank of rather tall painted brick retaining walls were cut down, shortened, and moved. This lessened the visual impact of the walls, which were rather overwhelming in the space, as well as opening up a new seating area, nestled under the arms of the massive pecan at the back of the property. Rather than continuing solid decking around the entire pool, the area near these walls has been transformed to large stone stepper pads set in a sea of beautiful St. Augustine lawn. This creates a visually softened area that is still suited to setting tables and chairs when the guest list calls for additional seating.
The spa area is quite possibly the most dramatic change on this project. Yet more raised planter walls divided this area into awkward spaces, unsuited to proper furniture placement. The planters were removed, new stone decks, once again expertly married into the existing, opening the area to house a large dining table and new built in bbq area. The spa itself was re-imagined with the bluestone coping, and painted brick veneer. The most impressive addition though is the new handmade glazed tiles that surround the existing cast stone water feature. This water feature was almost unnoticeable against the painted brick wall, but now the dramatic arch and pop of color draw the eye to this quaint little corner of the property.
Large Outdoor Design Ideas
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