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Xeriscaping is extremely popular, especially in Southern California. With rising water costs, many homeowners have turned to xeriscaping to lower their utility bills and reduce their carbon footprint. Xeriscaping entails the creative use of hardscape and native and succulant plants to create a beautiful, low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscape design.

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3,900 SF home that has achieved a LEED Silver certification. The house is sited on a wooded hill with southern exposure and consists of two 20’ x 84’ bars. The second floor is rotated 15 degrees beyond ninety to respond to site conditions and animate the plan. Materials include a standing seam galvalume roof, native stone, and rain screen cedar siding. Feyerabend Photoartists

Great view of the outdoor fire pit area. Gas powered fire feature built into raised planter beds. Cultured stone finish adds elegance to entire outdoor room.

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Design: Poul Henningsen Concept: The fixture is 100% glare-free, with a design based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs most of the light downwards. The shades are made of deepdrawn aluminium with white inner surface that ensures gentle, downward light distribution. The downward light is both soft and pleasant. Finish: Red, green, yellow and white, powder coated Material: Shade: deep drawn aluminum, suspension: silk mat brown, copper. Mounting: Canopy: White. Cord type: 3-conductor, 18 AWG white PVC power cord. Cord length: 9.8’. Weight: Max. 2.9 lbs. Label: cULus, Dry location. IBEW.

Scott DuBois Photography Built-in kitchen banquette perfect for families.
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