We're very proud of this design and build in east Denver. Multiple paths of entrance lead into this property. A lighted stair set through a garden leads to a gated front entrance courtyard, which is a very calming and private modern space. A winding path on the side of the house leads to the backyard. This turf and patio space, complete with a firepit pergola and outdoor kitchen, is an incredibly functional space for every purpose. An ideal place for after school outdoor time for the kids, or a weekend gathering for the parents.

This brick and limestone, 6,000-square-foot residence exemplifies understated elegance. Located in the award-wining Blaine School District and within close proximity to the Southport Corridor, this is city living at its finest! The foyer, with herringbone wood floors, leads to a dramatic, hand-milled oval staircase; an architectural element that allows sunlight to cascade down from skylights and to filter throughout the house. The floor plan has stately-proportioned rooms and includes formal Living and Dining Rooms; an expansive, eat-in, gourmet Kitchen/Great Room; four bedrooms on the second level with three additional bedrooms and a Family Room on the lower level; a Penthouse Playroom leading to a roof-top deck and green roof; and an attached, heated 3-car garage. Additional features include hardwood flooring throughout the main level and upper two floors; sophisticated architectural detailing throughout the house including coffered ceiling details, barrel and groin vaulted ceilings; painted, glazed and wood paneling; laundry rooms on the bedroom level and on the lower level; five fireplaces, including one outdoors; and HD Video, Audio and Surround Sound pre-wire distribution through the house and grounds. The home also features extensively landscaped exterior spaces, designed by Prassas Landscape Studio. This home went under contract within 90 days during the Great Recession. Featured in Chicago Magazine: http://goo.gl/Gl8lRm Jim Yochum

Cottage garden full of drought tolerant perennials Santa Barbara Daisy, Penstemon, Heliotrope, Echium, Lambs ear, Rockrose, Nepeta, Jasmine, Teucrium. Flagstone path leads to a garden cottage with window boxes full of flowers. Apple trees, citrus trees, rose garden, herb garden, secret garden, privacy screen. Flowering perennials. Hillside planted with Ceanothus, rockrose.

The theme is kept consistent throughout the front and all the way towards the side yard which leads to back. Here the cut stones divide and frame the plant beds which allows the space to become part of the overall composition.

This dramatic glass and steel staircase is a study in contrast. Leading directly from the living room above, it descends past a stone accent wall towards large glass doors leading to the back yard and has direct views of the ocean. Behind the stairs sits a grand piano bathed in light from an interior courtyard.

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A long curved driveway and winding walkway adorned with artificial sod lead to the porte-cochere of this magnificent home in Paradise Valley. Groupings of plants with boulders are in the center island and in the planters on either side.

Perched on a knoll atop a lakeside peninsula, this transitional home combines English manor-inspired details with more contemporary design elements. The exterior is constructed from Doggett Mountain stone, tumbled brick and wavy edge siding topped with a slate roof. The front porch with limestone surround leads to quietly luxurious interiors featuring plaster walls and white oak floors, and highlighted by limestone accents and hand-wrought iron lighting.

A flagstone patio and natural stone seat wall lead to a larger space including a pavilion and outdoor kitchen.
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The journey from street to door is flanked with lush but ordered plantings. A rusted steel fence leads to a stunning courtyard entry. https://www.drewettworks.com/urban-modern/ Project Details // Urban Modern Location: Kachina Estates, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Bedbrock Developers Landscape: Berghoff Design Group Interior Designer for development: Est Est Interior Designer + Furnishings: Ownby Design Photography: Mark Boisclair

The large large patio around the pool here is Idaho Gold. The stairs lead to an outdoor kitchen and dining area, and the home has sliding doors that open all the way around for easy entertaining both inside & out.

French doors lead out to a porch that looks out to the pool. Photo by Anice Hoachlander
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This Valencia project backyard creates a dramatic resort-style outdoor experience with a formal fountain axis, palm-lined landscaping, patterned hardscape, and a pool framed by architectural symmetry. The water feature leads the eye toward the main pool area, while the surrounding patios, covered outdoor spaces, and evening lighting give the backyard a refined estate-style atmosphere. Designed with Spanish-inspired architecture and luxury outdoor living in mind, this space makes a strong cover photo for the project.

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Saturday, June 20, 2:00 to 3:30pm | Amagansett The Gillman Garden by Victoria Fensterer of Victoria Fensterer Landscape and Garden Design, LLC Flowers overflow in this lush, sun-filled garden for a charming and historic farmhouse. The landscape for this Amangassett retreat includes a courtyard and pool area. In the courtyard garden, a central axis provides structure to the design while old large evergreens provide height and a sense of enclosure. A rose pergola and vine-covered arbor lead to garden spaces beyond. An existing pool was recreated into a more organic shape, lined with large stones and boulders. Small evergreens complement older established ones, creating a secluded enclave. The patio was paved with warm-hued stone and edged by planting beds. Here the plantings take on a tropical feeling. A rustic pavilion provides a cozy place to sit and observe the light dancing off the water and to listen to the sound of birds and wind in the trees. On the south side of the property, the landscape architect planted a group of large broadleaf and needled evergreens to provide privacy and year-round interest. Additional windows were added to the farmhouse to take full advantage of the beautiful view. Photo by Robert Eckholm

The spaces become more public, leading to the open dining and living space where north facing floor to ceiling glass and sliding doors open to the pool, courtyard and lush landscape views. (Photography by Jeremy Bitterman.)