Solid hickory wood cutting board with natural oil finish. 2 flat surfaces for chopping, slicing, cutting, dicing and more. Great alternative to plastic is easier on the knives. Won't harbor bacteria. Hand wash and oil regularly for best results

Flagstone patio with flagstone slab bench on chopped stone columns. Landcape in boulder and chopped stone retaining walls. Staircase made of boulder slab pieces framed by moss rock raised beds. LED Landscape Lighting.

Title: North Dallas Front Yard Curb Appeal Reimagined This project focused on transforming a dated, sparse front entry into a textured and inviting landscape that complements the home’s classic red brick exterior. The Challenge: The original landscape (seen in the "Before" photos) lacked definition, featuring aging shrubs and a worn flagstone path that didn't quite manage the slight slope of the yard. The goal was to create a more intentional, high-end look that felt both organic and structured. The Solution: Stone Artistry: We replaced the old borders with hand-stacked Oklahoma chop stone retaining walls. This added much-needed height and structure, creating clean lines that frame the new turf and planting beds. The Dry Creek Bed: A focal point of the design is the custom Colorado river rock dry creek bed interspersed with large flagstone steppers. This not only serves as a beautiful visual "river" flowing through the landscape but also provides a functional solution for water runoff. Lush Layers: We swapped out the old, thin grass for a vibrant, healthy lawn and introduced a variety of drought-tolerant plantings and ornamental grasses. The use of dark mulch provides a sharp contrast, making the greens of the plants and the earthy tones of the stone truly pop. The result is a low-maintenance, high-impact landscape that provides a warm, sophisticated welcome to the home.

Countertop Wood: Walnut with Sapwood Construction Style: End Grain Countertop Thickness: 2-1/2" Size: 26-1/4" x 63-3/4" Countertop Edge Profile: Classical Cove on the top horizontal edges, 1/8” Roundover on the bottom horizontal edges and vertical corners Wood Countertop Finish: Grothouse Original Oil™ Wood Stain: Natural Wood – No Stain Designer: D2 Design and Works Job: 12335

Flagstone patio with flagstone slab bench on chopped stone columns. Landcape in boulder and chopped stone retaining walls. Staircase made of boulder slab pieces framed by moss rock raised beds. LED Landscape Lighting.

Title: North Dallas Front Yard Curb Appeal Reimagined This project focused on transforming a dated, sparse front entry into a textured and inviting landscape that complements the home’s classic red brick exterior. The Challenge: The original landscape (seen in the "Before" photos) lacked definition, featuring aging shrubs and a worn flagstone path that didn't quite manage the slight slope of the yard. The goal was to create a more intentional, high-end look that felt both organic and structured. The Solution: Stone Artistry: We replaced the old borders with hand-stacked Oklahoma chop stone retaining walls. This added much-needed height and structure, creating clean lines that frame the new turf and planting beds. The Dry Creek Bed: A focal point of the design is the custom Colorado river rock dry creek bed interspersed with large flagstone steppers. This not only serves as a beautiful visual "river" flowing through the landscape but also provides a functional solution for water runoff. Lush Layers: We swapped out the old, thin grass for a vibrant, healthy lawn and introduced a variety of drought-tolerant plantings and ornamental grasses. The use of dark mulch provides a sharp contrast, making the greens of the plants and the earthy tones of the stone truly pop. The result is a low-maintenance, high-impact landscape that provides a warm, sophisticated welcome to the home.

Eric Hausman
Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Chicago

Main house kitchen with travertine countertops, wood chopping block island, gas stove with custome hood, travertine backspalsh, slate floors, and stainless steel appliances.

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Example of a minimalist kitchen design in Other

Large Mesquite chopping block island top is the focus point of this functional and beautiful kitchen. Category: custom wood island top, Wood species: Texas Mesquite, Construction method: end grain, narrow strip, random length blocks, Size & thickness: 93" long by 78" wide by 3" thick, Edge profile: softened, Finish: Food safe Tung Oil/Citrus Solvent finish, Island top by: DeVos Custom Woodworking, Project location: Dallas, TX, Photo by Homeowner

Simple outdoor kitchen island with polished granite tiles, mosaic back splash, and chopped limestone facade.
Traditional exterior home idea in Austin

Countertop Wood: Walnut and Cherry Checkerboard with Walnut Border Category: Butcher Block Construction Style: End Grain Wood Countertop Location: Port Washington, New York Countertop Thickness: 2-1/2" thick Size: 39-3/4" x 90-1/8" Countertop Edge Profile: 1/4" Roundover on top horizontal edges and bottom horizontal edges, 1/2" radius on all vertical corners Wood Countertop Finish: Grothouse Original Oil™ Wood Stain: Natural Wood – No Stain Designer: Showcase Kitchens

Distressed Black Walnut Plank Style countertop by Craft Art featuring stainless steel undermount prep sink. Waterproof wood countertop - Craft Art's standard Waterlox finish fills pores of wood and seals. http://www.craft-art.com

This Luxury Pool-Side Retreat in Allen, TX, seamlessly blends a "Rustic Contemporary" aesthetic with functional, drought-tolerant design. The centerpiece is a naturalistic pool featuring a stacked Oklahoma chop stone waterfall and Oklahoma Moss Boulders, creating a private grotto feel. The surrounding "Southwestern" landscape prioritizes sustainability through xeriscaping, featuring architectural Century plants (Agave), Vitex (Chaste Trees), and vibrant native Texas perennials like red salvia. As the sun sets, the space is transformed by a professional low-voltage LED lighting system, featuring strategically placed path lights that highlight the textures of the stone and the silhouettes of the native plantings. It is the ultimate Transitional Outdoor Living space designed for the North Texas climate.

(NEW COLOR) American Cherry Plank Style countertop by Craft Art's Exclusive Heritage Brand featuring undermount prep sink. Waterproof wood countertop - Craft Art's standard Waterlox finish fills pores of wood and seals. http://www.craft-art.com NOTE: American Cherry's color darkens over time.

Black Walnut Plank Style countertop by Craft Art featuring undermount prep sink. Waterproof wood countertop - Craft Art's standard Waterlox finish fills pores of wood and seals. http://www.craft-art.com/ for more info.

(NEW COLOR) American Cherry Plank Style countertop by Craft Art featuring white undermount preperation sink. Waterproof wood countertop - Craft Art's standard Waterlox finish fills pores of wood and seals. http://www.craft-art.com Design and Photo Credits: DIY Network - I Hate My Kitchen

Hill Country living embodies beautiful scenery and amazing sunsets. This custom freeform pool features a spa with a gorgeous chopped stone spillway, a scupper water feature, lush planter beds and landscaping. This is the perfect retreat for fun, relaxation and evenings with breathtaking sunsets. Combining leuders and a lighter flagstone for the decking helps to marry the style of the home to outdoor space.

Beautiful Gray chop stone.
Inspiration for a timeless stone exterior home remodel in Houston