Example of an arts and crafts patio design in Portland

Raymond Bray
Inspiration for a traditional partial sun courtyard stone garden path for summer.

Rather than starting with an outcome in mind, this 1,400 square foot residence began from a polemic place - exploring shared conviction regarding the concentrated power of living with a smaller footprint. From the gabled silhouette to passive ventilation, the home captures the nostalgia for the past with the sustainable practices of the future. While the exterior materials contrast a calm, minimal palette with the sleek lines of the gabled silhouette, the interior spaces embody a playful, artistic spirit. From the hand painted De Gournay wallpaper in the master bath to the rugged texture of the over-grouted limestone and Portuguese cobblestones, the home is an experience that encapsulates the unexpected and the timeless.

3,200 sf driveway with authentic antique Historic European Cobblestone in two sizes; 5x5's and small mosaics. Motor court used smaller 'mosaic' cubes for circle.

Screen porch with vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace to extend the use of space during those colder months.
Mountain style sunroom photo in Minneapolis with a standard ceiling

A new paving stone walkway surrounds this home, and leads to cozy conversation spots around the fire pit, on the front stoop and next to the garage.
Patio - patio idea in Minneapolis

Photography by Anthony Crisafulli
Example of an eclectic patio design in New York

Patio - rustic patio idea in Phoenix