The old concrete driveway was replaced with a contemporary pattern of large concrete slabs with small Mexican pebbles set in between in permeable resin. The other areas of this front landscape were transformed from a tired, water thirsty lawn into a contemporary setting with dramatic concrete pavers leading to the home's entrance. Plants for sun and part shade complete this project, just completed in February 2014. The back areas of this transformation are in a separate project: Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel http://www.houzz.com/projects/456093/Modern-Water-Side-Landscape-Remodel---Lawn-Replaced--Novato--CA Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Fire pit, patio, retaining wall, pavers
Inspiration for a courtyard brick full sun patio remodel in Philadelphia

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view of courtyard patio with flagstone and brick pattern - a style that comes from Mexico
Example of a tuscan home design design in Albuquerque

Casey Dunn
1950s kitchen photo in Austin

Design ideas for a large traditional full sun front yard brick driveway in Boston.

This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Boston.

Midcentury Modern Curb Appeal. Photo: Peak Photography.
Mid-sized mid-century modern white one-story stucco gable roof photo

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Inspiration for a huge coastal full sun courtyard brick formal garden in DC Metro for summer.

Second floor shot of the new seating/entertainment, firepit area of the entrance courtyard to the guest house. Photo credit - Allen Haren
Patio - mid-sized contemporary courtyard concrete paver partial sun patio idea in Los Angeles with a fire pit

This outdoor space constructed by Desert Earth and Wood was added to an existing bungalow home, and features a full kitchen and bar with pizza oven. The small intimate backyard provides privacy and peaceful seclusion from the urban setting. Photo - John Sartin

Greg Premru
Large elegant attached three-car garage photo in Boston

Mike Lewis
Example of a large tuscan courtyard brick patio kitchen design in San Diego with no cover

Snap-Shot Photography, LLC
Example of a small transitional courtyard brick and rectangular pool design in New Orleans

Mike Lewis
Large tuscan courtyard brick patio kitchen photo in San Diego with no cover

Brick paver driveway with red hot begonias. Annabelle Hydrangeas in the forefront with Large Norway Spruce line this upscale home in Greenwich, CT. Peter Atkins and Associates, LLLC

Photo Cred: Ralph Cole Photography. Landscaping: Alaback Design Associates. Contractor: Rogers and Associates.

Frank Spiker
Design ideas for a mid-sized craftsman courtyard brick landscaping in Detroit for summer.

Paint Colors by Sherwin Williams Exterior Body Color : Dorian Gray SW 7017 Exterior Accent Color : Gauntlet Gray SW 7019 Exterior Trim Color : Accessible Beige SW 7036 Exterior Timber Stain : Weather Teak 75% Stone by Eldorado Stone Exterior Stone : Shadow Rock in Chesapeake Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Product : StyleLine Series Windows Supplied by Troyco Garage Doors by Wayne Dalton Garage Door Lighting by Globe Lighting / Destination Lighting Exterior Siding by James Hardie Product : Hardiplank LAP Siding Exterior Shakes by Nichiha USA Roofing by Owens Corning Doors by Western Pacific Building Materials Deck by Westcoat