The hardscape in a landscape is often the skeleton of a design, helping create the style and function of an outdoor space. Patios, outdoor fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, pathways, and retaining walls in a variety of materials can be every style from the most modern and contemporary to the traditional.

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Inspiration for a landscaping in St Louis.

The hardscape in a landscape is often the skeleton of a design, helping create the style and function of an outdoor space. Patios, outdoor fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, pathways, and retaining walls in a variety of materials can be every style from the most modern and contemporary to the traditional.

Trendy bathroom photo in Los Angeles

Ryan Gamma
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Large elegant wooden u-shaped staircase photo in Boston with painted risers

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Inspiration for a mid-sized modern one-story glass exterior home remodel in New York

Example of a 1960s medium tone wood floor and brown floor dining room design in Orange County with white walls

©Assassi Productions 2013
Single front door - 1960s single front door idea in San Francisco with a red front door

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Inspiration for a contemporary wooden staircase remodel in Minneapolis with wooden risers

Don Wong
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Inspiration for a small rustic bedroom remodel in San Francisco

Peter Murdock
Trendy kitchen photo in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances

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Jeff Herr Photography
Example of a beach style gender-neutral medium tone wood floor kids' room design in Atlanta with multicolored walls

Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2013 Houzz
Dining room - eclectic medium tone wood floor dining room idea in Seattle with beige walls

Designed by Growsgreen Landscape Design: growsgreen.com.
Example of a trendy patio design in San Francisco