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Inspiration for a transitional courtyard patio kitchen remodel in Orange County

Perched in the foothills of Edna Valley, this single family residence was designed to fulfill the clients’ desire for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Much of the program and architectural forms were driven by the picturesque views of Edna Valley vineyards, visible from every room in the house. Ample amounts of glazing brighten the interior of the home, while framing the classic Central California landscape. Large pocketing sliding doors disappear when open, to effortlessly blend the main interior living spaces with the outdoor patios. The stone spine wall runs from the exterior through the home, housing two different fireplaces that can be enjoyed indoors and out. Because the clients work from home, the plan was outfitted with two offices that provide bright and calm work spaces separate from the main living area. The interior of the home features a floating glass stair, a glass entry tower and two master decks outfitted with a hot tub and outdoor shower. Through working closely with the landscape architect, this rather contemporary home blends into the site to maximize the beauty of the surrounding rural area.

The site for this waterfront residence is located on the Great Neck Peninsula, facing west to views of NYC and the borough bridges. When purchased, there existed a 50-year-old house and pool structurally condemned which required immediate removal. Once the site was cleared, a year was devoted to stabilizing the seawall and hill to accommodate the newly proposed home. The lot size, shape and relationship to an easement access road, overlaid with strict zoning regulations was a key factor in the organization of the client’s program elements. The arc contour of the easement road and required setback informed the front facade shape, which was designed as a privacy screen, as adjacent homes are in close proximity. Due to strict height requirements the house from the street appears to be one story and then steps down the hill allowing for three fully occupiable floors. The local jurisdiction also granted special approval accepting the design of the garage, within the front set back, as its roof is level with the roadbed and fully landscaped. A path accesses a hidden door to the bedroom level of the house. The garage is accessed through a semicircular driveway that leads to a depressed entry courtyard, offering privacy to the main entrance. The configuration of the home is a U-shape surrounding a rear courtyard. This shape, along with suspended pods assures water views to all occupants while not compromising privacy from the adjacent homes. The house is constructed on a steel frame, clad with fiber cement, resin panels and an aluminum curtain wall system. All roofs are accessible as either decks or landscaped garden areas. The lower level accesses decks, an outdoor kitchen, and pool area which are perched on the edge of the upper retaining wall.

Brick Pier
Elegant exterior home photo in Boston

A modern horizontal slat privacy fence creates a descending backdrop of cedar behind deer-resistant plantings of Swordfern, PJM rhododendron, Oregon Iris, + peonies.

Master shower with marble seat, threshold and nook. Stainless steel and glass accent tile.
Inspiration for a coastal gray tile alcove shower remodel in Miami with marble countertops

The site for this waterfront residence is located on the Great Neck Peninsula, facing west to views of NYC and the borough bridges. When purchased, there existed a 50-year-old house and pool structurally condemned which required immediate removal. Once the site was cleared, a year was devoted to stabilizing the seawall and hill to accommodate the newly proposed home. The lot size, shape and relationship to an easement access road, overlaid with strict zoning regulations was a key factor in the organization of the client’s program elements. The arc contour of the easement road and required setback informed the front facade shape, which was designed as a privacy screen, as adjacent homes are in close proximity. Due to strict height requirements the house from the street appears to be one story and then steps down the hill allowing for three fully occupiable floors. The local jurisdiction also granted special approval accepting the design of the garage, within the front set back, as its roof is level with the roadbed and fully landscaped. A path accesses a hidden door to the bedroom level of the house. The garage is accessed through a semicircular driveway that leads to a depressed entry courtyard, offering privacy to the main entrance. The configuration of the home is a U-shape surrounding a rear courtyard. This shape, along with suspended pods assures water views to all occupants while not compromising privacy from the adjacent homes. The house is constructed on a steel frame, clad with fiber cement, resin panels and an aluminum curtain wall system. All roofs are accessible as either decks or landscaped garden areas. The lower level accesses decks, an outdoor kitchen, and pool area which are perched on the edge of the upper retaining wall.

Todd Mason
Rustic exterior home idea in New York

roxbury granite steps, slab steps, rock face capstones, fieldstone walls, chinese granite, ash stone
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard stone patio kitchen design in New York

Subway Tile-Herringbone
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige countertops

The site for this waterfront residence is located on the Great Neck Peninsula, facing west to views of NYC and the borough bridges. When purchased, there existed a 50-year-old house and pool structurally condemned which required immediate removal. Once the site was cleared, a year was devoted to stabilizing the seawall and hill to accommodate the newly proposed home. The lot size, shape and relationship to an easement access road, overlaid with strict zoning regulations was a key factor in the organization of the client’s program elements. The arc contour of the easement road and required setback informed the front facade shape, which was designed as a privacy screen, as adjacent homes are in close proximity. Due to strict height requirements the house from the street appears to be one story and then steps down the hill allowing for three fully occupiable floors. The local jurisdiction also granted special approval accepting the design of the garage, within the front set back, as its roof is level with the roadbed and fully landscaped. A path accesses a hidden door to the bedroom level of the house. The garage is accessed through a semicircular driveway that leads to a depressed entry courtyard, offering privacy to the main entrance. The configuration of the home is a U-shape surrounding a rear courtyard. This shape, along with suspended pods assures water views to all occupants while not compromising privacy from the adjacent homes. The house is constructed on a steel frame, clad with fiber cement, resin panels and an aluminum curtain wall system. All roofs are accessible as either decks or landscaped garden areas. The lower level accesses decks, an outdoor kitchen, and pool area which are perched on the edge of the upper retaining wall.

SFARMLS
Home design - modern home design idea in San Francisco

GARDEN PROS
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard vegetable garden landscape in Orange County with decking.

Entertainers back yard with numerous outdoor seating areas. Slide out of the large open doors at the rear of the house and enjoy the sights and sounds of the water and beach living. Watch the ornamental grasses blow in the breeze off the water as you relax at the 14 foot circular firebowl area. Enjoy dinner at the outside dinning room table with succulent tray. After the meal slip into the covered infrared roof heated Tv room with full bar and lounging area with retracting glass sides . Full 20 foot outdoor cooking kitchen allows outdoor living to be a breeze. Roll around the corner to the home front radiant heat lounging area complete with two sided gas fireplace which overlooks the homes blue glass 40 foot edgeless reflecting pond. Floor to ceiling windows throughout the home allow for spectacular views from every home. Each room has the feel that its perched right out into the outdoor modern landscape. Home feature three full living green roof. Top glasses area is home to 40ft x 30 ft outdoor living green roof. Complete with concrete pavers and wood decking. decorative rocks , planters. Full lounging, sitting area, with concrete metal fire table mesh through the live planted grasses which blow in the breeze. Full landscape lighting and feature lighting. Outdoor speaker system and home theatre on all outdoor levels. This home boast more outdoor living space than inside. John Bentley Photography - Vancouver

Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic carpeted straight cable railing staircase remodel in Denver with carpeted risers

Example of a mid-sized front yard brick patio design in Philadelphia with no cover

images by: Travis Rhoads Photography
Photo of a small modern drought-tolerant and full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in San Francisco with a fire pit.

Basalt Columns Water Feature / Turquoise Glass
Example of a minimalist exterior home design in Miami