A sitting area with a fountain was created off the side of the patio. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard stone patio fountain remodel in Chicago

The fire pit area is surrounded by long blooming perennials and ornamental grasses, while a backdrop of upright junipers provides privacy from the subdivision walking path. Westhauser Photography

Example of a small trendy backyard concrete paver patio design in Los Angeles with a fire pit

Tricia Shay Photography
Pool fountain - contemporary indoor rectangular pool fountain idea in Cleveland with decking

Daniel Photography Ltd. Daniel Haniger - Designer/Consultant - 408-499-4684
Example of a large classic backyard stone and rectangular lap pool design in San Francisco

View from atop fieldstone wall looking upon copper fire table and bluestone patio. Lines of irregular bluestone radiate out from the center of the fire table. Photo by Tim Heelan

This planter on the private backyard patio adds serene greenery and includes a recirculating fountain
This is an example of a small modern drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard landscaping in San Francisco.

The original multiple decks and elevated patio blocked the pool and fractured the space. This design creates an elegant progression from the home’s interior to poolside. The wide stairs oriented towards the pool provide pool views from the entire deck. The interior level provides for relaxed seating and dining with the magnificence of nature. The descent of a short group of stairs leads to the outdoor kitchen level. The barbeque is bordered in stone topped with a countertop of granite. The outdoor kitchen level is positioned for easy access midway from either the pool or interior level. From the kitchen level an additional group of stairs flow down to the paver patio surrounding the pool. Also incorporated is a downstairs entry and ample space for storage beneath the deck sourced through an access panel. The design connects the interior to poolside by means of a rich and functional outdoor living design.

This small space was once the main parking area for this cottage lakeside home and was radically transformed into an intimate and inviting courtyard. Defined by a hand stacked fieldstone wall, granite stepping stones lead from the entrance of the garden and gradually wind their way over a stream bed and lead to the porch that borders the garden. Although set in a cold weather climate, the client requested that the garden be developed to have a lush tropical feeling yet remain consistent with the general surroundings. This was achieved by using a mixture of large leafed perennials such as Ligularia, Hosta and Petasites (Butterbur) ,along with various groundcovers and other perennials including Ferns, Iris and Japanese Forest Grass. The central feature of the garden is a naturalized meandering stream and pond filled with Koi. The use of water in the garden thematically ties the house and courtyard to the homes’ surrounding, an adjacent lake, and adds movement and tranquil sound to the space. Stepping stones appear to float across the surface of the water allowing the visitor another way to enjoy the space. Scale is essential with even the smallest detail needing to be well executed within such limited space. Photos by: George Dzahristos

Design ideas for a large traditional partial sun front yard concrete paver driveway in Miami.

Denice Lachapelle
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary partial sun backyard stone landscaping in Miami for spring.

This backyard hillside was transformed from dirt pile to lovely low-water garden with large steel panel sculptural structures to add interest and help with erosion control.

Erik Moden
Example of a small arts and crafts courtyard stone patio kitchen design in DC Metro with no cover

We love this backyard retreat featuring a custom pool with a tile-inlaid border, sun shelf, tanning ledge, and integrated spa. Accented by dual frog water spouts and flanking pool corners. Striped chaise lounge chairs rest on grass & pavers, offering a stylish place to relax. Just off the pool, the covered patio serves as an outdoor living room with a stone fireplace and cozy outdoor furniture. All framed by arches, a stone loggia, and a balcony with breathtaking views.

Bigger is not always better, but something of highest quality is. This amazing, size-appropriate Lake Michigan cottage is just that. Nestled in an existing historic stretch of Lake Michigan cottages, this new construction was built to fit in the neighborhood, but outperform any other home in the area concerning energy consumption, LEED certification and functionality. It features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an open concept kitchen/living room, a separate mudroom entrance and a separate laundry. This small (but smart) cottage is perfect for any family simply seeking a retreat without the stress of a big lake home. The interior details include quartz and granite countertops, stainless appliances, quarter-sawn white oak floors, Pella windows, and beautiful finishing fixtures. The dining area was custom designed, custom built, and features both new and reclaimed elements. The exterior displays Smart-Side siding and trim details and has a large EZE-Breeze screen porch for additional dining and lounging. This home owns all the best products and features of a beach house, with no wasted space. Cottage Home is the premiere builder on the shore of Lake Michigan, between the Indiana border and Holland.

View from under the beech tree, back down the brick walk, to the side entrance and bluestone patio.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun courtyard brick formal garden in Boston.

Andover, MA backyard renovation. - Bluestone patio with radius cut curved stone accents. New England fieldstone seat wall, fire pit and Goshen stone pavers leading to pool house. Granite paver borders and jumbo granite cobbled apron on driveway with lavender and misc. plantings - Sallie Hill Design | Landscape Architecture | 339-970-9058 | salliehilldesign.com | photo ©2012 Brian Hill

10' Dia Custom Gunite Spa. w/ title border and custom plaster. Also Curved Cedar deck, and spa coping. Custom lights in both deck steps and the seating area. Matt Meaney@ Artisan Landscapes and Pools

Close up of the dry river bed curving through the garden.
Design ideas for a mid-sized asian shade side yard stone landscaping in DC Metro.