We installed a raised garden bed made of redwood with individual timed sprinklers. This is a great contemporary garden with minimal upkeep.
Example of a mid-sized minimalist backyard concrete patio vegetable garden design in Orange County with no cover

Design ideas for a large traditional partial sun backyard stone garden path in New York.

Clean and Classy: A kitchen designed for entertaining. Kitchen Design, Architectural Detailing and Photo Staging: Zieba Builders. Photography: Ken Henry.

This warm and welcoming home is refreshing to walk into on many levels. The way the great room opens up to the porch and out into the trees makes it feel like you are in the middle of nowhere even though you’re in a neighborhood. The inviting warm colors and traditional elements are a breath of fresh air. It’s also literally a refreshing home because indoor air quality was a big priority for the owners. Homebuyers today are increasingly concerned about the indoor air quality of their homes. Issues like mold, radon, carbon monoxide and toxic chemicals have received greater attention than ever as poor indoor air quality has been linked to a host of health problems.

Looking for revitalized perspective in their own backyard, our clients chose to stay in their neighborhood and renovate bottom to top, enlisting Moore Design Group to reimagine and transform their average home into an inspiring and restorative sanctuary. Stairs and unwanted soffits were removed, walls reconfigured, fireplaces and their surrounds re-invented, and architectural elements redefined. Beautiful hardwoods were featured in custom designed cabinetry and niches. Wide plank European oak replaced carpet, newly fabricated porcelain countertops were installed throughout, and sculptural light fixtures were hung in cavernous spaces, highlighting new outlooks. Our client’s preference for simple yet sophisticated style enabled us to set the tone by creating an elegant backdrop for a new collection of fine art and sculpture, which quietly takes center stage. More than just a surface renovation, our scope ensured that our clients’ environmental sensitivities were the driving force behind all decisions to reduce and eliminate known allergens and protect indoor air quality. Zero-VOC paints were used, a nontoxic, water-based finish was applied to natural wood cabinetry and floors, and custom upholstery was made from fire-retardant-free foams and FSC-certified woods, eliminating harmful chemicals from the home without sacrificing a trace of design.

The 4415 HO See-Thru gas fireplace represents Fireplace X’s most transitional and modern linear gas fireplace yet – offering the best in home heating and style, but with double the fire view. This contemporary gas fireplace features a sleek, linear profile with a long row of dancing flames over a bed of glowing, under-lit crushed glass. The dynamic see-thru design gives you double the amount of fire viewing of this fireplace is perfect for serving as a stylish viewing window between two rooms, or provides a breathtaking display of fire to the center of large rooms and living spaces. The 4415 ST gas fireplace is also an impressive high output heater that features built-in fans which allow you to heat up to 2,100 square feet. The 4415 See-Thru linear gas fireplace is truly the finest see-thru gas fireplace available, in all areas of construction, quality and safety features. This gas fireplace is built with superior craftsmanship to extremely high standards at our factory in Mukilteo, Washington. From the heavy duty welded 14-gauge steel fireplace body, to the durable welded frame surrounding the neoceramic glass, you can actually see the level of quality in our materials and workmanship. Installed over the high clarity glass is a nearly invisible 2015 ANSI-compliant safety screen.

Jeff McNamara
Eat-in kitchen - large traditional u-shaped light wood floor and white floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

Jeffrey Totaro Photography
Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor living room remodel in Philadelphia with brown walls and a standard fireplace

Family room - asian family room idea in Mumbai

Located in İzmir, this villa brings together the refined lines of architecture with Serapool’s natural tones. The Antique Grey series reflects the natural stone texture of contemporary grey, adding a sophisticated atmosphere around the pool. With a water absorption rate below 0.5%, the tiles ensure long-term durability and demonstrate high resistance to UV rays, chemicals, and thermal shock. A slip resistance value of PTV ≥ 45 enhances surface safety in wet areas. This application not only offers a premium swimming experience but also redefines luxury living through architectural harmony, secure transitions, and enduring elegance.

Located in İzmir, this distinguished villa enhances its refined architectural details with Serapool’s natural stone-textured porcelain solutions. The Antique Beige series used on the pool floor creates a smooth transition to the water and a serene ambiance with the warmth of beige tones. Thanks to a water absorption rate below 0.5%, the tiles offer long-lasting performance and demonstrate high resistance to UV rays, chemical effects, and thermal shock. With a slip resistance value of PTV ≥ 45°, the surface ensures elevated safety in wet areas. Outer trim, scoth outer corner and outer angle corner pieces provide aesthetic and functional integrity in pool edge transitions. This application offers more than a swimming area—it presents a luxurious living experience where design, safety, and comfort converge.

The Verde Guatemala Villa Pool Project presents a sophisticated design that blends the natural tones of green with the depth of water. The Verde Guatemala series used on the pool floor gives the water a serene and refined appearance with its natural stone texture and rich green transitions. Its Low Water Absorption ensures long-lasting use by providing resistance to UV Resistance, chemicals, and thermal shocks. The PTV ≥ 45° Non-slip value creates a safe swimming experience. The Verde Guatemala Scoth Outer Corner and Outer Angle Corner elements used in the transitions provide technical integrity while enhancing the visual continuity of the design. The result is a pool area that is both aesthetically and functionally balanced, in harmony with its natural surroundings.

Located in İzmir this villa harmonizes its contemporary architecture with Serapool’s natural stone-textured porcelain products. The Snow White series used on the pool floor creates a fresh and elegant atmosphere in the water with its clean white tones. Featuring a low water absorption rate below 0.5%, the tiles ensure long-lasting performance and offer high resistance to UV rays, chemical exposure and thermal shocks. With a slip resistance value of PTV ≥ 45°, the surface enhances safety around the pool. Silver Travertine anti slip terrace tiles, Snow White outer trim and Silver Travertine outer trim pieces provide aesthetic continuity in transition zones. This application goes beyond swimming—it delivers a luxurious living experience where comfort, safety and visual harmony converge.

This villa pool in Çeşme, İzmir showcases Serapool’s Fossil Mix Series porcelain tiles, which blend natural stone-inspired textures with sophisticated beige and stone tones. The tiles are highly durable, resistant to UV rays, chemicals and thermal shock, while their slip-resistant surface ensures safety around the pool. Curved pool edges and seamless tile transitions enhance both comfort and aesthetic appeal, creating a luxurious and visually striking outdoor space.

Located in İzmir, this distinguished villa project blends modern architecture with the porcelain elegance of Serapool. The Piazza Cobalt pool tiles used in the pool enhance the water’s appearance with deep navy tones while the matte texture creates a tranquil atmosphere. With a water absorption rate below 0.5%, the tiles offer high resistance to UV rays, chemicals and thermal shocks. The slip resistance value of PTV ≥ 45° ensures enhanced safety. The design is complemented by terrace tiles, stair non-slip elements and pool copings, delivering both luxury and functionality. The project offers an exclusive living experience through a flawless harmony of aesthetics, safety and comfort.

Interactive Construction’s second Passive House shows that it is possible to achieve this high level of energy efficiency in even the tightest of lots. This build challenged the common assumption that you need a lot of south facing windows to achieve the Passive House certification. The relatively small solar gains from the limited southern exposure was made up for with an extremely tight air-barrier, a top of the line HRV, and higher R-values of insulation. To achieve the best indoor air quality, low-VOC products were used in the finishes. Solid Maple flooring was used throughout the upper levels to create a beautiful look without the chemicals found in engineered flooring. Aging-in-place was key to the design, with a central elevator and accessible door sizes and shower access. Smart design can make homes for versatile over their lifespan which reduces the need for costly renovations in the future. Both the indoor and outdoor areas blend to create tranquil and calm-inspiring spaces. What the homeowners had to say: Each area works well for its purpose. We love the stairs and the glass wall that separates the stairs from the living area. We love our windows, doors and skylights which give us so much light.

Eco Lodge Bali: Natural, No-Chlorine Swimming Pool
Example of a mid-sized island style custom-shaped natural pool landscaping design

Located in Bodrum this villa gracefully enhances its minimalist architecture with Serapool’s natural stone-textured porcelain products. The Antique Grey series used for the pool flooring introduces a modern and serene atmosphere to the water through refined shades of grey. The infinity tile design visually integrates with the landscape, bringing together luxury and the natural surroundings. The selected pool tiles feature a low water absorption rate below 0.5%, ensuring long-lasting use. They also offer high resistance to UV rays, chemicals and thermal shocks. With a slip resistance value of PTV ≥ 45°, the surface ensures safe walking comfort, while Antique Grey outer trim elements complete the transitions with aesthetic fluidity. This application offers more than a swimming area—it provides a safe, comfortable, and nature-integrated living experience.

Sterling Homes of Calgary
Example of a transitional kitchen design in Calgary