Outdoor Design Ideas

This is an example of a mid-sized rustic porch design in Other with decking and a roof extension.

A custom home in Jackson, Wyoming
Mid-sized elegant backyard stone patio photo in Other with a pergola

Example of a large tuscan courtyard tile and custom-shaped lap pool design in Miami

The fire table was custom built with on site forms, and the same is true for the custom concrete bench and stone backrest. The patio is made of Flagstone with a concrete underslab. Under the concrete seat we wire bench to have low voltage lighting

Gorgeous natural landscape with irregular PA blue natural flagstone thermal square cut flags
Example of a large classic backyard stone patio design in Philadelphia with no cover

Mid-sized tuscan backyard stone patio photo in Minneapolis with a fire pit and a pergola

Inspiration for a large transitional backyard stone patio kitchen remodel in Miami with a gazebo

This 8x12 custom double glass greenhouse with vestibule is so inviting and offers a beautiful anchor to this Pacific Northwest garden.
Inspiration for a contemporary landscaping in Seattle.

Inspiration for a large timeless backyard deck remodel in Baltimore with no cover

Patio kitchen - mid-sized modern backyard brick patio kitchen idea in Jacksonville

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Already partially enclosed by an ipe fence and concrete wall, our client had a vision of an outdoor courtyard for entertaining on warm summer evenings since the space would be shaded by the house in the afternoon. He imagined the space with a water feature, lighting and paving surrounded by plants. With our marching orders in place, we drew up a schematic plan quickly and met to review two options for the space. These options quickly coalesced and combined into a single vision for the space. A thick, 60” tall concrete wall would enclose the opening to the street – creating privacy and security, and making a bold statement. We knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the large concrete walls on either side, so we designed and had custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder (www.dennisschleder.com) a beautiful, visually dynamic metal gate. The gate has become the icing on the cake, all 300 pounds of it! Other touches include drought tolerant planting, bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite paving, LED accent lighting, and outdoor furniture. Both existing trees were retained and are thriving with their new soil. The garden was installed in December and our client is extremely happy with the results – so are we! Photo credits, Coreen Schmidt

Beautiful outdoor kitchen complete with granite counter tops and stylized cabinets.
Inspiration for a large transitional backyard stone patio kitchen remodel in Miami with a gazebo

Cape Cod Exterior Renovation and Portico Addition in Princeton NJ. New vinyl shingle siding , Andersen windows and front door.
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman front porch remodel in Philadelphia with a roof extension

Below the sunroom, our designers created a private outdoor sanctuary with features including a Belgard paver patio and covered dining space. Large flagstone steppers lead you to a modern concrete fire bowl and seating area. The custom horizontal privacy screens and lush landscaping provide a tranquil setting to this outdoor living space.

Brooklyn Backyard Oasis. Blue stone patio, Ceder privacy fence.
This is an example of a small contemporary full sun backyard stone formal garden in New York for summer.

Design ideas for a large traditional partial sun side yard vinyl fence landscaping in Los Angeles for spring.

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Mid-sized mid-century modern backyard concrete and rectangular lap hot tub photo in San Diego

Photo by Tina Witherspoon.
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic partial sun side yard stone garden path in Seattle.