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Saturday, August 8, 11:00am to 12:30pm | Englewood | Pondbank House by Herb Schaal, FASLA, with architect Don Ruggles of Ruggles Mabe Terrell Architecture, landscape contractor Philip Steinhauer of Designscapes, and general contractor Jeff Barnett of J.K. Barnett, Ltd.
In keeping with the grand Palladian architectural style of the Pondbank House, the landscape architect has created an impressive series of complementary Mediterranean garden spaces using local stone for terracing and High Plains adapted plants. In addition to a kitchen and cutting garden and diverse planting schemes featuring over 250 species, there are many delightful pieces of garden art and creative garden details. Decorative fountain walls distribute roof and storm drainage to terraced plantings. An infinity lawn edge creates a “ha-ha” effect from the pool terrace to the borrowed landscape in the distance. A lovely moon gate leads to a secluded Japanese-style spa garden, an “aromabo” for contemplative relaxation and outdoor aromatherapy. And a shallow water basin in the strolling garden is positioned to reflect the rising moon.
Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Benjamin Hill Photography
Freestanding bathtub - country master beige floor freestanding bathtub idea in Houston with an undermount sink, distressed cabinets, shaker cabinets, white walls, granite countertops and beige countertops
Freestanding bathtub - country master beige floor freestanding bathtub idea in Houston with an undermount sink, distressed cabinets, shaker cabinets, white walls, granite countertops and beige countertops
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Teen room - mid-sized and study space contemporary gender-neutral carpeted teen room idea in Chicago with white walls

Mary Costa
Example of a trendy master beige floor drop-in bathtub design in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls and an undermount sink
Example of a trendy master beige floor drop-in bathtub design in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls and an undermount sink

A coastal style open kitchen and family room, accompanied by balanced organic hues and blue accents.
Open concept kitchen - coastal light wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Boston with white backsplash and white countertops
Open concept kitchen - coastal light wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Boston with white backsplash and white countertops

Michael Hunter
Bedroom and mid-sized trendy boy carpeted and gray floor kids' bedroom photo with multicolored walls
Bedroom and mid-sized trendy boy carpeted and gray floor kids' bedroom photo with multicolored walls

Half wall wrapped in Pure Snow wall tile before installation of frosted glass panel
Inspiration for a modern white tile and glass tile marble floor home design remodel in Denver with black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink and marble countertops
Inspiration for a modern white tile and glass tile marble floor home design remodel in Denver with black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink and marble countertops

San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close- knit family.
San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close-knit family. Facing the Back Bay, overlooking downtown and the Bay Bridge, this property presented us with a unique opportunity to design a vacation home with a dual personality. One side faces a bustling harbor with a constant parade of yachts, cargo vessels and military ships while the other opens onto a deep, quiet contemplative garden. The home’s shingle-style influence carries on the historical Coronado tradition of clapboard and Craftsman bungalows built in the shadow of the great Hotel Del Coronado which was erected at the turn of the last century. In order to create an informal feel to the residence, we devised a concept that eliminated the need for a “front door”. Instead, one walks through the garden and enters the “Great Hall” through either one of two French doors flanking a walk-in stone fireplace. Both two-story bedroom wings bookend this central wood beam vaulted room which serves as the “heart of the home”, and opens to both views. Three sets of stairs are discretely tucked away inside the bedroom wings.
In lieu of a formal dining room, the family convenes and dines around a beautiful table and banquette set into a circular window bay off the kitchen which overlooks the lights of the city beyond the harbor. Working with noted interior designer Betty Ann Marshall, we designed a unique kitchen that was inspired by the colors and textures of a fossil the couple found on a honeymoon trip to the quarries of Montana. We set that ancient fossil into a matte glass backsplash behind the professional cook’s stove. A warm library with walnut paneling and a bayed window seat affords a refuge for the family to read or play board games. The couple’s fine craft and folk art collection is on prominent display throughout the house and helps to set an intimate and whimsical tone.
Another architectural feature devoted to family is the play room lit by a dramatic cupola which beacons the older grandchildren and their friends. Below the play room is a four car garage that allows the patriarch space to refurbish an antique fire truck, a mahogany launch boat and several vintage cars. Their jet skis and kayaks are housed in another garage designed for that purpose. Lattice covered skylights that allow dappled sunlight to bathe the loggia affords a comfortable refuge to watch the kids swim and gaze out upon the rushing water, the Coronado Bay Bridge and the romantic downtown San Diego skyline.
Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA
Interior Design: Betty Ann Marshall
Construction: Bill Lyons
Photographer: Laura Hull
Styling: Zale Design Studio

Example of a large minimalist l-shaped eat-in kitchen design in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

PA Landscape Group INC
Project Entry: Mountainside Living
2014 PLNA Awards for Landscape Excellence Winner
Category: Hardscaping-Residential $120,000&over
Award Level: Silver
Photo Description:
This residence sits on a mountain side, sloping wooded property. Water was an issue flowing down the mountain, so many rocked swales divert the flow. The area which we are presenting is the rear of the house that will be used to entertain family and friends, a place to unwind in the evenings and weekends.
We designed the outdoor areas to meet the needs and desires of the owners. When one walks through the breezeway not only to see an expansive valley view, but a relaxing fireplace and living area below where relaxing begins. Walk down the stairway of natural cut stone, you wonder through a landscaped garden onto the living area patio. Looking to your left is the pool with ample hardscape pool deck; large enough for a party or just the intimacy of two. Separating, yet joining the two areas is the grilling island, bar and outdoor wood burning oven. On the other side of the living area we go down a few steps to the raised planters and conservatory/greenhouse where plant are enjoyed from seedling to flower, or one can read a good book. Each area has it’s own personality for conversation or contemplation. The area is surrounded with plantings to provide color or to silhouette on the gray winter sky.

Builder: Denali Custom Homes - Architectural Designer: Alexander Design Group - Interior Designer: Studio M Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography

One of the best ways to have rooms with an open floor plan to flow is to bring some of the same textures such as wood into each room. These wood ceiling beams correspond with the wood kitchen island giving it a great flow.
Lisa Konz Photography

Aloe cabinets, wall mount porcelain sink and porcelain utility sink create this vintage laundry room.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional laundry room remodel in Seattle
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional laundry room remodel in Seattle

Dark green walls and rich textures turned this basic bedroom (and WFH space) into a moody, bohemian dream.
Interior design & styling by Parlour & Palm.
Photos by Misha Cohen Photography.

Another view of shower before shower door installation
Inspiration for a transitional gray tile and porcelain tile pebble tile floor and multicolored floor bathroom remodel in Denver with gray walls
Inspiration for a transitional gray tile and porcelain tile pebble tile floor and multicolored floor bathroom remodel in Denver with gray walls

Completed infinity drain with pebble tile shower floor
Transitional gray tile and porcelain tile pebble tile floor and multicolored floor bathroom photo in Denver with gray walls
Transitional gray tile and porcelain tile pebble tile floor and multicolored floor bathroom photo in Denver with gray walls

Master bathtub, Marazzi Tosca Ivory tile, Bliss Cappucino mosaic tile borderContemplative Construction, LLC
Mid-sized minimalist master beige tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile tub/shower combo photo in Denver with beige walls
Mid-sized minimalist master beige tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile tub/shower combo photo in Denver with beige walls
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