Caroline Johnson Photography
Example of a classic backyard deck design in San Francisco

This beautiful English-inspired garden features Mexican bush sage, gulf muhly grass, blackfoot daisy, moonbeam coreopsis, coneflower, and rosemary. The space also features an outdoor sitting area with a custom corten steel fire pit to enjoy the lakeside views.

Inspiration for a timeless backyard stone patio remodel in Richmond with a gazebo and a bbq area

Architecture by Horst Architects www.horst-architects.com Toby Ponnay Photography
Deck - large contemporary backyard deck idea in Orange County with a fire pit

Transitional patio photo in Dallas with a fire pit and no cover

Neil Landino
Mid-sized elegant backyard rectangular and stone pool photo in New York

Deck - contemporary deck idea in Orange County with a pergola

Inspiration for a large timeless backyard stone and rectangular pool remodel in New York

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Inspiration for a mid-sized farmhouse drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone and wood fence landscaping in Seattle.

Inspiration for a large farmhouse full sun backyard mulch formal garden in Austin.

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Huge transitional beige two-story stucco house exterior photo in Dallas with a hip roof and a shingle roof

Our clients came to us looking for a complete renovation of the rear facade of their Atlanta home and attached deck. Their wish list included a contemporary, functional design that would create spaces for various uses, both for small family gatherings and entertaining larger parties. The result is a stunning, custom outdoor living area with a wealth of options for relaxing and socializing. The upper deck is the central dining and entertaining area and includes a custom cantilevered aluminum pergola, a covered grill and prep area, and gorgeous concrete fire table and floating wooden bench. As you step down to the lower deck you are welcomed by the peaceful sound of cascading water from the custom concrete water feature creating a Zen atmosphere for the entire deck. This feature is a gorgeous focal point from inside the house as well. To define the different outdoor rooms and also provide passive seating opportunities, the steps have built-in recessed lighting so that the space is well-defined in the evening as well as the daytime. The landscaping is modern and low-maintenance and is composed of tight, linear plantings that feature complimentary hues of green and provides privacy from neighboring properties.

Barn - country barn idea in Chicago

The upstairs deck on this beautiful beachfront home features a fire bowl that perfectly complements the deck and surroundings. O McGoldrick Photography

Maya Steps
Inspiration for a traditional hillside landscaping in Philadelphia.

The residence received a full gut renovation to create a modern coastal retreat vacation home. This was achieved by using a neutral color pallet of sands and blues with organic accents juxtaposed with custom furniture’s clean lines and soft textures.

Deck - mid-sized traditional backyard deck idea in Kansas City with a pergola and a bbq area

This tired, unused San Francisco backyard was transformed into a modern, low-maintenance landscape with site-appropriate plantings enhanced by raised planting beds and a lead-free artificial lawn to replace the existing water-thirsty lawn. I created two separate "rooms" to break up the long narrow yard, and specified full range blue stone for the two small patio areas, connected by a curved pattern of rectangular pavers of the same natural stone. The raised concrete rectangular planting beds were incorporated to bring more movement and interest to the landscape along with gravel bed accents alongside. Some of the existing concrete remained, and was stained with a color to compliment the natural stone. These photos were taken over a three year period. Photos: © Landscape Designer, Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design.

Cedar fence and planter boxes photo by Bronwyn Miller
This is an example of a small eclectic partial sun backyard landscaping in Orange County for summer.