Example of a mid-sized courtyard brick patio design in DC Metro with no cover

Second office space just off the butler's pantry and laundry room. Matt Terry, Mega Home Tours
Example of a classic built-in desk brick floor home office design in Atlanta with white walls

Photo: Gordon Beall Photography
Elegant front door photo in DC Metro with red walls and a black front door

The site descends from the street and is privileged with dynamic natural views toward a creek below and beyond. To incorporate the existing landscape into the daily life of the residents, the house steps down to the natural topography. A continuous and jogging retaining wall from outside to inside embeds the structure below natural grade at the front with flush transitions at its rear facade. All indoor spaces open up to a central courtyard which terraces down to the tree canopy, creating a readily visible and occupiable transitional space between man-made and nature. The courtyard scheme is simplified by two wings representing common and private zones - connected by a glass dining “bridge." This transparent volume also visually connects the front yard to the courtyard, clearing for the prospect view, while maintaining a subdued street presence. The staircase acts as a vertical “knuckle,” mediating shifting wing angles while contrasting the predominant horizontality of the house. Crips materiality and detailing, deep roof overhangs, and the one-and-half story wall at the rear further enhance the connection between outdoors and indoors, providing nuanced natural lighting throughout and a meaningful framed procession through the property. Photography Spaces and Faces Photography

Entry showing the brick approach. Front door (Benjamin Moore "Heritage Red"). Body: Glidden "Jonquil" Trim: Behr "Divine Pleasure". The colors we chose pumped up the Feng Shui for the clients. The home faced South (Fire/Fame), so painting the front door red pumped up the reputation of the owners. See the photos for more information. Design and photo by Jennifer A. Emmer Jennifer A. Emmer

This project is an example of raised flower beds and flagstone courtyard. Exterior Designs, Inc. by Beverly Katz New Orleans Landscape Designer
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard brick landscaping in New Orleans.

Contemporary North Carolina Brick home featuring "Walnut Creek Tudor" brick exterior with brick arches and columns using Holcim White mortar.
Inspiration for a huge contemporary three-story brick exterior home remodel

The pecky cypress pergola adds durability, shade and charm to this adorable summer kitchen. The designers of Creative Construction re-purposed existing granite counters from the clients' interior and repeated the travertine up the sides of the kitchen, allowing for a seamless transition from the other areas of the courtyard to the BBQ nook.

The infra-red heater installed in the pavilion ceiling was purchased by the homeowners after construction had begun. The vaulted ceiling was modified on one side to receive the heating unit, while achieving an inconspicuous installation. The tongue-and-groove ceiling matches the same level of detail typically given to interior rooms.

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Example of a mid-sized classic backyard concrete paver patio design in Richmond with a fire pit and no cover

Photo of a large traditional full sun courtyard brick driveway in New York for spring.

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Mid-sized contemporary brown three-story mixed siding exterior home idea in Houston with a shed roof

Situated in old Palo Alto, CA, this historic 1905 Craftsman style home now has a stunning landscape to match its custom hand-crafted interior. Our firm had a blank slate with the landscape, and carved out a number of spaces that this young and vibrant family could use for gathering, entertaining, dining, gardening and general relaxation. Mature screen planting, colorful perennials, citrus trees, ornamental grasses, and lots of depth and texture are found throughout the many planting beds. In effort to conserve water, the main open spaces were covered with a foot friendly, decorative gravel. Giving the family a great space for large gatherings, all while saving water.

Patio fountain - mid-sized traditional three-story and courtyard stucco and brick beige patio fountain idea in Houston with a gazebo

Large country white two-story concrete fiberboard house exterior idea in Chicago with a shingle roof

East Coast meets West Coast in this Hamptons inspired beach house! Interior Design + Furnishings by Blackband Design Home Build + Design by Miken Construction

Mid-sized trendy courtyard brick patio photo in Detroit