Ann Parris
Country white two-story mixed siding gable roof photo in Salt Lake City with a metal roof

Designed for good energy... Our client was looking to create a space for retreat, tranquility, serenity. The existing space was somewhat funky without balance and made it difficult to feel good. Working within an existing courtyard space, we were limited. No matter, our goal was to remedy this outdoor courtyard/sunset balcony space. Our idea was to keep the space cozy but create destination spaces where you can lay down in the grass and look up at the stars. Walk bare foot atop the different hardscape surfaces, reclaimed brick patio & walkway, Silvermist flagstone, terra cotta tiles & tiffway bermuda. The idea of sitting in front of a magical rock island stone fireplace reading a book, sharing conversation with family & friends gives us warm feelings. Bubbling water features dance through out this space creating sounds of trickling brooks you could only hear if you were in a far far away place. The courtyard walls disappear, with plants and trees wrapping there arms around our client while relaxing under a 45 year old ascalone olive tree. A healing garden was the finished product, so much, its a space that you don't ever want to leave....

Inspiration for a mid-sized southwestern backyard patio remodel in Phoenix with a pergola

Inspiration for a large contemporary concrete floor front door remodel in DC Metro with a medium wood front door

Modern mountain aesthetic in this fully exposed custom designed ranch. Exterior brings together lap siding and stone veneer accents with welcoming timber columns and entry truss. Garage door covered with standing seam metal roof supported by brackets. Large timber columns and beams support a rear covered screened porch. (Ryan Hainey)

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical white two-story gable roof remodel in Miami with a metal roof

Design ideas for a huge traditional partial sun courtyard stone driveway in New York for summer.

Photo of a large traditional full sun front yard brick driveway in New York for summer.

Tuscan beige two-story exterior home photo in Los Angeles

The landscape of this home honors the formality of Spanish Colonial / Santa Barbara Style early homes in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix. By re-grading the lot and allowing for terraced opportunities, we featured a variety of hardscape stone, brick, and decorative tiles that reinforce the eclectic Spanish Colonial feel. Cantera and La Negra volcanic stone, brick, natural field stone, and handcrafted Spanish decorative tiles are used to establish interest throughout the property. A front courtyard patio includes a hand painted tile fountain and sitting area near the outdoor fire place. This patio features formal Boxwood hedges, Hibiscus, and a rose garden set in pea gravel. The living room of the home opens to an outdoor living area which is raised three feet above the pool. This allowed for opportunity to feature handcrafted Spanish tiles and raised planters. The side courtyard, with stepping stones and Dichondra grass, surrounds a focal Crape Myrtle tree. One focal point of the back patio is a 24-foot hand-hammered wrought iron trellis, anchored with a stone wall water feature. We added a pizza oven and barbecue, bistro lights, and hanging flower baskets to complete the intimate outdoor dining space. Project Details: Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Architect: Higgins Architects Landscape Contractor: Premier Environments Photography: Scott Sandler

Inspiration for a mediterranean custom-shaped pool remodel in Los Angeles

Interlock Detail with Holland Stone Pavers for Formal Front Entryway Courtyard, Ballad Photography
Photo of a large traditional partial sun courtyard brick driveway in Toronto for fall.

Caitlin Atkinson
Inspiration for a contemporary deck remodel in Los Angeles

The homeowners desired an outdoor space that felt more rustic than their refined interior spaces, but still related architecturally to their house. Cement plaster support arbor columns provide enough of visual tie to the existing house exterior. Oversized wood beams and rafter members provide a unique outdoor atmosphere. Structural bolts and hardware were minimized for a cleaner appearance. Structural connections and supports were engineered to meet California's stringent earthquake standards. Ali Atri Photography

Tuscan brick patio photo in Los Angeles with no cover

Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2013 Houzz
Example of a classic white two-story exterior home design in Tampa

Patio - large traditional backyard stone patio idea in Chicago with a fire pit and no cover

The two brick walls originally framed an alleyway parking spot. Everything else was added to create a flourishing garden in the city. Photograph: Jeff Totaro

Palm Springs house remodel by H3K Design. Photo by Patrick Ketchum
Inspiration for a 1950s courtyard patio remodel in Los Angeles with a pergola