Artisan Home Tour, June 7-15th, 2014 Home #14 by Schrader & Companies Jim Kruger, LandMark Photography http://www.ArtisanHomeTour.org

Casey Dunn
Trendy two-story wood exterior home photo in Austin with a shed roof

Our clients in Bloomfield Michigan wanted their old wooden steps replaced with something safe, sturdy and beautiful. We installed 35 natural guillotine cut stone steps each weighing over 200 lbs. To soften the slope we incorporated tumbled paver landings. Along with a stepping stone pathway to the dock we installed a tumbled block seating wall. Both sides were enhanced with lots of perennials to add color and interest. Landscape lighting was installed to add beauty and safety in the evenings. Landforms Inc.

Photo: Corynne Pless © 2013 Houzz
Inspiration for a coastal exterior home remodel in New York

Art Gray
Photo of a rustic landscaping in Austin.

Design ideas for a large traditional partial sun backyard garden path in New York with decking.

Imagery Intelligence, LLC
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean backyard custom-shaped and stone natural water slide remodel in Dallas

This coastal sanctuary blends sun-soaked serenity with elevated outdoor living. Framed by vibrant palm trees and set along sparkling blue waters, the minimalist pool design invites effortless lounging and laid-back afternoons. Crisp white deck chairs line the tiled patio, offering panoramic views of the bay and gentle breezes that roll in from the open water. With a private dock just steps away, boating days begin at your back door, while the manicured lawn and clean-lined layout keep the entire space polished and purposeful. Whether it’s a quiet coffee at sunrise or cocktails by moonlight, this backyard oasis delivers the ultimate setting for waterfront relaxation in a modern, design-forward environment.

Example of a mid-sized classic white three-story wood gable roof design in Milwaukee

Quigley Decks & Fence
Mid-sized trendy wooden l-shaped staircase photo in Milwaukee with wooden risers

Cottage white two-story vinyl exterior home idea in Grand Rapids with a shingle roof

Lindsey Denny
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard deck remodel in Kansas City with a fire pit and no cover

Glenn Layton Homes, LLC, "Building Your Coastal Lifestyle"
Example of a mid-sized beach style gray two-story wood gable roof design in Jacksonville

Mountain style brown one-story wood exterior home photo in Seattle

Large transitional backyard deck photo in Seattle with a pergola

Mid-sized elegant white three-story wood gable roof photo in Milwaukee

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless white three-story wood gable roof remodel in Milwaukee

This 2014 Luxury Home was part of Midwest Home's Tour. David Kopfmann of Yardscapes, was able to lend to the architecture of the home and create some very detailed touches with different styles of stone and plant material. This image is of the backyard, where David used limestone stepper and concrete paver for the patio. He used plant material to create texture and color. Boulder outcroppings were also used to lend some interest and retaining along the walkway and planting beds.

A pond house and dock made from industrial materials - galvanized iron, steel, and Trex - provides a place for social events, or a quiet reading spot. Photo by Peter Margonelli