Living room - contemporary open concept and formal light wood floor living room idea in Baltimore with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace and a tile fireplace

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard brick and rectangular pool fountain remodel in Birmingham

Inspiration for a contemporary landscaping in Austin.

A dark backyard was given a new life with dramatic additions of built in planting beds, custom cut salvaged pavers, green screen trellis and a ton of charm. The reclaimed barn doors add a focal point to the east wall while the custom built two-tier planting system allows vines to fill this garden which spans two floors of the client's home.

Giovani Lunardi
This is an example of a mid-century modern landscaping in Portland.

Elegant front door photo in Charlotte with brown walls and a gray front door

Example of a mid-sized tuscan patio design in Santa Barbara

Tierra y Fuego Tiles: 4x4 Tierra Terra Cotta tile with the Salamanca 4x4 from our Santa Barbara ceramic tile collection
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean courtyard concrete patio remodel in San Diego with no cover and a fireplace

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Inspiration for a mid-sized modern courtyard brick patio remodel in San Diego with no cover

This client wanted to experience Santa Fe in Sierra Madre. Challenges were the steep hillside lot, great views, fire concerns and narrow car access. We created a rustic home with a low profile, lush surroundings and an air of quiet tranquility. This rustic southwestern house uses reclaimed vegas and logs for the structural system and asphalt emulsion mud adobe walls for the finish. The house is like an adobe village separated into four structures connected by verandas, courtyards and log bridges.

The Laurel was a project that required a rigorous lesson in southern architectural vernacular. The site being located in the hot climate of the Carolina shoreline, the client was eager to capture cross breezes and utilize outdoor entertainment spaces. The home was designed with three covered porches, one partially covered courtyard, and one screened porch, all accessed by way of French doors and extra tall double-hung windows. The open main level floor plan centers on common livings spaces, while still leaving room for a luxurious master suite. The upstairs loft includes two individual bed and bath suites, providing ample room for guests. Native materials were used in construction, including a metal roof and local timber.

Bursting with color, this front landscape features a brick driveway, a brick walkway and a large assortment of perennials.
Photo of a large traditional full sun front yard brick driveway in Chicago.

Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.

Pierced brick wall, ferns and mondo grass facing the street. The other side of the wall is a perennial garden.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard brick landscaping.

A city courtyard reminiscent of the French countryside, an oasis right in the middle of the city. A harmony of details combine to perfect the space, a dramatic change making this space inviting. The character of the home is carried into the courtyard design, the tones of the clay pavers complementing the stone and brick surrounding the courtyard, offering a natural and weathered atmosphere. Around the edge of the pavers is a french drain for functionality, without taking anything away from the design. The arbor over the middle doorway is a custom built addition and it serves more than one purpose; it will be home to climbing vines, it frames the doorway with its placement, and it balances the space with its size and color. A significant addition that integrates and unifies the space. The plantings are all shade lovers, chosen to thrive in this space. There are evergreens and perennials that give the gardens structure throughout the year, and annuals added for seasonal color.

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Dutch front door - mid-sized farmhouse dutch front door idea in Orange County with white walls and a gray front door

Wrought Iron Single Door - Utopia Eyebrow by Porte, Color Light Bronze, Flemish Glass
Example of a small classic concrete floor front door design in Austin with brown walls and a metal front door

Rear courtyard with view of new kitchen and addition. Tod Connell Photography
Large trendy red three-story brick house exterior photo in DC Metro with a shingle roof