Design: KBG Design / Build: Silva Custom Construction / Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Laundry room - transitional laundry room idea in San Francisco

This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

We were very happy to add a beautiful steel glass fireplace door by Design Specialties to this updated brick fireplace. Our customer and his wife did a fabulous job with a mortar wash, steel hearth, steel and riveted banding and a natural edge mantel. Add to that the cool floor and walls and you have an whole new look!

Darris Harris
Family room library - large industrial open concept concrete floor and gray floor family room library idea in Chicago with white walls, no fireplace and a media wall

Elegant brick exterior home photo in DC Metro

spaulding landscape architects, llc
Inspiration for a coastal backyard rectangular and stone pool house remodel in New York

Tatum Brown Custom Homes {Architect: Mark Hoesterey at Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro} {Photo Credit: Shoot 2 Sell}
Transitional white brick exterior home photo in Dallas

The five bay main block of the façade features a pedimented center bay. Finely detailed dormers with arch top windows sit on a graduated slate roof, anchored by limestone topped chimneys.

Front elevation of our Federal residence in Darien, CT. Circular driveway with brick banding compliments the brick facade. Slate roof with dormer windows. Photography by: Warren Jagger

Emily Minton Redfield
Example of an eclectic living room design in Denver with white walls and a brick fireplace

Illuminated front entry with Tupelo Limestone pavers and brick banding.
Example of a classic backyard tile patio design in Minneapolis with no cover and a bbq area

Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman backyard brick and rectangular lap pool fountain remodel in Houston

Photography by Melissa Mills, Designed by Terri Sears
Large elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Nashville with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional backyard brick patio remodel in Cleveland with a pergola and a fire pit

Location: Nantucket, MA, USA A gorgeous New England beach compound which features a tranquil, sophisticated kitchen. The blue backsplash is the perfect backdrop to a sunny breakfast at the island or a glamorous dinner party in the paneled banquet. The cabinets are accented with hand-made European hardware that enhances the bespoke nature of the kitchen. The children's bathroom has a fun penny tile on the floor juxtaposed against the over-sized subway wall tile. The master bath features crystal fixtures and fittings imported from France. threshold interiors loves working with our clients to produce the perfect blend of relaxation and sophistication in your beach home! Photographed by: Michael Partenio

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard concrete and rectangular natural hot tub remodel in Houston

Lisa Carroll
Example of a farmhouse two-car garage design in Atlanta

A design for a Prairie Style handrail with self-lit posts for nighttime illumination. The stair and home were existing - contrasting color on home was switched from muddy brown to dark bronze, better matching the brick. Railing post were designed to compliment the existing exterior lighting from Hubbardton Forge.

Elegant exterior home photo in Other