Designer’s Notes: Create a geometric and linear design with simple and efficient lines in a grid formation. ©Daniel Bosler Photography
Inspiration for a mid-century modern full sun courtyard concrete paver garden path in Los Angeles.

This newly constructed home was in need of an outdoor living space and streetscape in a matching contemporary Northwest style. Our studio composed a landscape with an improved entry sequence, balancing the need for personal privacy alongside a distinctive public face. A steel framed gabion basket wall provides a crisp edge and doubles as retaining for the private patio behind the horizontal board fence. The courtyard oasis with a new deck is enclosed by warm wooden fencing set on top of the contrasting raw texture of a gabion retaining wall that acts as a backdrop to bold streetscape plantings.

Cast in place concrete walls and custom waterjet metal with integrated lighting complement the architectural materiality, while providing physical and visual separation between this private modern home and the wooded public passage of the Burke Gilman Trail. Cantilevered steps float above a cascade of soft grasses and rushes. Looking out over Lake Washington from the hot tub, a combination of wood and concrete walls softened by plants contain the experience of outdoor relaxation at its finest. A crushed granite path gently curves along handcrafted stone walls containing a burst of lush planting to connect wood decking at the house with a fire pit area close to the water. Photography: Louie Jeon Photography

This newly constructed home was in need of an outdoor living space and streetscape in a matching contemporary Northwest style. Our studio composed a landscape with an improved entry sequence, balancing the need for personal privacy alongside a distinctive public face. A steel framed gabion basket wall provides a crisp edge and doubles as retaining for the private patio behind the horizontal board fence. The courtyard oasis with a new deck is enclosed by warm wooden fencing set on top of the contrasting raw texture of a gabion retaining wall that acts as a backdrop to bold streetscape plantings.

Talk about a grand home office! Plenty of space for more than one desk or a comfy sitting area. This room can also be utilized as a bedroom (private bathroom not pictured).

Solow Design Group
Design ideas for a contemporary landscaping in Charlotte.

Cast in place concrete walls and custom waterjet metal with integrated lighting complement the architectural materiality, while providing physical and visual separation between this private modern home and the wooded public passage of the Burke Gilman Trail. Cantilevered steps float above a cascade of soft grasses and rushes. Looking out over Lake Washington from the hot tub, a combination of wood and concrete walls softened by plants contain the experience of outdoor relaxation at its finest. A crushed granite path gently curves along handcrafted stone walls containing a burst of lush planting to connect wood decking at the house with a fire pit area close to the water. Photography: Louie Jeon Photography

Elegance abounds in this stunning home situated on a pristine marsh front lot. This is an amazing opportunity to purchase a custom builders personal home with all of the bells and whistles. It is rare to find a single level home with this quality of construction and attention to detail. You will love the impressive crushed shell driveway with brick detail and double curved brick staircase to the front porch with wrought iron. Step inside and note the Tahitian Teak floors, bullnose walls, high baseboards, and heavy crown molding that you will find throughout the home. Step through the mahogany French doors to the impressive two-story foyer detailed with wall sconces and an iron chandelier. The formal living room is open with a Carrera marble surround and white mantle. CLICK MORE.... The formal dining room is highlighted with a double oval tray ceiling and arch detail entrance from each side with easy access to the Butler's pantry. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream filled with maple glazed cabinets, granite counter tops, a large island with a vegetable sink, eat at bar space, embedded porcelain dual sink, Viking refrigerator & freezer, stainless appliances, Bosch dishwasher, Wolf restaurant level dual fuel range with 6 burner, griddle, and dual ovens, an elaborate hood that vents to the exterior, Dacor wall oven and separate warming drawer, cookbook display, walk in pantry, & more. The spacious breakfast area features a built in buffet and chandelier. The family room is open to the kitchen with a fireplace with granite surround, a white mantle that is flanked by bookcases, and surround sound. French doors lead to the sunroom that has travertine floors, a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, deck access, and expansive marsh views. The luxurious master suite is detailed with a French door entry and it features beautiful views through a large bay window, a sitting area, tray ceiling, gas fireplace with travertine surround and a white mantle, surround sound, alcove detail to the master bath, walk in closet, & additional closet. The master bath is almost entirely done in travertine and features a circular dome tray ceiling and chandelier, two large vanity areas, steam shower, and oversized soaking tub. The powder bath features a large vanity with antique marble top. The other bedrooms are split from the master for privacy. Bedroom two offers a ceiling fan, large closet, and en suite bath with oversized vanity with granite, tile floor, linen closet, and a tub and shower combo with tile surround. Bedroom three has a ceiling fan, large closet, large vanity, tile floor, linen closet, and walk in shower. Step off the elevator to a drop zone with bead board detail for great organization. The true mother-in-law suite features oak floors, a living and dining room combination with a ceiling fan. The full kitchen has white cabinets with granite, Frigidaire appliances and a pantry. There are two bedrooms off of the living space and both are a great size with carpet, ceiling fans, and ample closet space. The bathroom is tiled with a pedestal sink, walk in tile shower, and laundry area. The suite also offers private access to the garage below it. Other great features include a separate garage with a 14 foot clearance that will hold a 38' RV or Boat, central vacuum, four HVAC units, two Rinnai hot water heaters, whole house generator, an elevator, 10'+ ceilings throughout the house, amazing amounts of storage, and enough garage parking for up to 11 cars!!! Beresford Hall is a prestigious, gated community located off of Clements Ferry Road. Enjoy the community deep-water dock and boat ramp, crabbing dock, infinity style salt-water swimming pool, full size basketball court, numerous play parks and 8 miles of sidewalks and nature trails. You are minutes away from Daniel Island and Mt Pleasant where you will enjoy great dining and shopping.

Elegance abounds in this stunning home situated on a pristine marsh front lot. This is an amazing opportunity to purchase a custom builders personal home with all of the bells and whistles. It is rare to find a single level home with this quality of construction and attention to detail. You will love the impressive crushed shell driveway with brick detail and double curved brick staircase to the front porch with wrought iron. Step inside and note the Tahitian Teak floors, bullnose walls, high baseboards, and heavy crown molding that you will find throughout the home. Step through the mahogany French doors to the impressive two-story foyer detailed with wall sconces and an iron chandelier. The formal living room is open with a Carrera marble surround and white mantle. CLICK MORE.... The formal dining room is highlighted with a double oval tray ceiling and arch detail entrance from each side with easy access to the Butler's pantry. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream filled with maple glazed cabinets, granite counter tops, a large island with a vegetable sink, eat at bar space, embedded porcelain dual sink, Viking refrigerator & freezer, stainless appliances, Bosch dishwasher, Wolf restaurant level dual fuel range with 6 burner, griddle, and dual ovens, an elaborate hood that vents to the exterior, Dacor wall oven and separate warming drawer, cookbook display, walk in pantry, & more. The spacious breakfast area features a built in buffet and chandelier. The family room is open to the kitchen with a fireplace with granite surround, a white mantle that is flanked by bookcases, and surround sound. French doors lead to the sunroom that has travertine floors, a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, deck access, and expansive marsh views. The luxurious master suite is detailed with a French door entry and it features beautiful views through a large bay window, a sitting area, tray ceiling, gas fireplace with travertine surround and a white mantle, surround sound, alcove detail to the master bath, walk in closet, & additional closet. The master bath is almost entirely done in travertine and features a circular dome tray ceiling and chandelier, two large vanity areas, steam shower, and oversized soaking tub. The powder bath features a large vanity with antique marble top. The other bedrooms are split from the master for privacy. Bedroom two offers a ceiling fan, large closet, and en suite bath with oversized vanity with granite, tile floor, linen closet, and a tub and shower combo with tile surround. Bedroom three has a ceiling fan, large closet, large vanity, tile floor, linen closet, and walk in shower. Step off the elevator to a drop zone with bead board detail for great organization. The true mother-in-law suite features oak floors, a living and dining room combination with a ceiling fan. The full kitchen has white cabinets with granite, Frigidaire appliances and a pantry. There are two bedrooms off of the living space and both are a great size with carpet, ceiling fans, and ample closet space. The bathroom is tiled with a pedestal sink, walk in tile shower, and laundry area. The suite also offers private access to the garage below it. Other great features include a separate garage with a 14 foot clearance that will hold a 38' RV or Boat, central vacuum, four HVAC units, two Rinnai hot water heaters, whole house generator, an elevator, 10'+ ceilings throughout the house, amazing amounts of storage, and enough garage parking for up to 11 cars!!! Beresford Hall is a prestigious, gated community located off of Clements Ferry Road. Enjoy the community deep-water dock and boat ramp, crabbing dock, infinity style salt-water swimming pool, full size basketball court, numerous play parks and 8 miles of sidewalks and nature trails. You are minutes away from Daniel Island and Mt Pleasant where you will enjoy great dining and shopping.

Cast in place concrete walls and custom waterjet metal with integrated lighting complement the architectural materiality, while providing physical and visual separation between this private modern home and the wooded public passage of the Burke Gilman Trail. Cantilevered steps float above a cascade of soft grasses and rushes. Looking out over Lake Washington from the hot tub, a combination of wood and concrete walls softened by plants contain the experience of outdoor relaxation at its finest. A crushed granite path gently curves along handcrafted stone walls containing a burst of lush planting to connect wood decking at the house with a fire pit area close to the water. Photography: Louie Jeon Photography

Down a crushed seashell driveway sits the crown jewel of one of the most private waterfront streets in Sagaponack South. Nearly a half a decade in the making, this one of a kind Stelle Lomont Rouhani Architects modern designed home perfectly captures ocean, Sagg Pond, and western facing views over Sagaponack's famed protected land. A rare combination of all that is desired in a perfect Hamptons waterfront estate. $ 23,500,000 USD. In collaboration with Bespoke Real Estate. * This property is subject to change of value and confirmation of availability without previous notice. The informative data should be confirmed by documents provided by the owner or official authorities.

Elegance abounds in this stunning home situated on a pristine marsh front lot. This is an amazing opportunity to purchase a custom builders personal home with all of the bells and whistles. It is rare to find a single level home with this quality of construction and attention to detail. You will love the impressive crushed shell driveway with brick detail and double curved brick staircase to the front porch with wrought iron. Step inside and note the Tahitian Teak floors, bullnose walls, high baseboards, and heavy crown molding that you will find throughout the home. Step through the mahogany French doors to the impressive two-story foyer detailed with wall sconces and an iron chandelier. The formal living room is open with a Carrera marble surround and white mantle. CLICK MORE.... The formal dining room is highlighted with a double oval tray ceiling and arch detail entrance from each side with easy access to the Butler's pantry. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream filled with maple glazed cabinets, granite counter tops, a large island with a vegetable sink, eat at bar space, embedded porcelain dual sink, Viking refrigerator & freezer, stainless appliances, Bosch dishwasher, Wolf restaurant level dual fuel range with 6 burner, griddle, and dual ovens, an elaborate hood that vents to the exterior, Dacor wall oven and separate warming drawer, cookbook display, walk in pantry, & more. The spacious breakfast area features a built in buffet and chandelier. The family room is open to the kitchen with a fireplace with granite surround, a white mantle that is flanked by bookcases, and surround sound. French doors lead to the sunroom that has travertine floors, a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, deck access, and expansive marsh views. The luxurious master suite is detailed with a French door entry and it features beautiful views through a large bay window, a sitting area, tray ceiling, gas fireplace with travertine surround and a white mantle, surround sound, alcove detail to the master bath, walk in closet, & additional closet. The master bath is almost entirely done in travertine and features a circular dome tray ceiling and chandelier, two large vanity areas, steam shower, and oversized soaking tub. The powder bath features a large vanity with antique marble top. The other bedrooms are split from the master for privacy. Bedroom two offers a ceiling fan, large closet, and en suite bath with oversized vanity with granite, tile floor, linen closet, and a tub and shower combo with tile surround. Bedroom three has a ceiling fan, large closet, large vanity, tile floor, linen closet, and walk in shower. Step off the elevator to a drop zone with bead board detail for great organization. The true mother-in-law suite features oak floors, a living and dining room combination with a ceiling fan. The full kitchen has white cabinets with granite, Frigidaire appliances and a pantry. There are two bedrooms off of the living space and both are a great size with carpet, ceiling fans, and ample closet space. The bathroom is tiled with a pedestal sink, walk in tile shower, and laundry area. The suite also offers private access to the garage below it. Other great features include a separate garage with a 14 foot clearance that will hold a 38' RV or Boat, central vacuum, four HVAC units, two Rinnai hot water heaters, whole house generator, an elevator, 10'+ ceilings throughout the house, amazing amounts of storage, and enough garage parking for up to 11 cars!!! Beresford Hall is a prestigious, gated community located off of Clements Ferry Road. Enjoy the community deep-water dock and boat ramp, crabbing dock, infinity style salt-water swimming pool, full size basketball court, numerous play parks and 8 miles of sidewalks and nature trails. You are minutes away from Daniel Island and Mt Pleasant where you will enjoy great dining and shopping.

Cast in place concrete walls and custom waterjet metal with integrated lighting complement the architectural materiality, while providing physical and visual separation between this private modern home and the wooded public passage of the Burke Gilman Trail. Cantilevered steps float above a cascade of soft grasses and rushes. Looking out over Lake Washington from the hot tub, a combination of wood and concrete walls softened by plants contain the experience of outdoor relaxation at its finest. A crushed granite path gently curves along handcrafted stone walls containing a burst of lush planting to connect wood decking at the house with a fire pit area close to the water. Photography: Louie Jeon Photography

This project involved the complete remake of an aging Eichler and transforming the surrounding landscape into an inviting outdoor living space. Even the driveway was given a modern update with permeable concrete pavers filled with crushed granite. The front lawn and brick retaining wall were replaced with drought tolerant grasses, perennials, succulents and concrete stepping stones. The expansive back yard includes an all weather dining area, a pergola covered grill island and bar, concrete seat wall and water feature, lounge seating complete with fire pit, raised vegetable beds and a private spa. If you meander around to the shady side of the house you'll find a peaceful Japanese meditation garden.

Natural slab stone staircase leading to upper dining terrace. A long crushed bluestone walkway leads to a private grilling station.
Patio - large traditional backyard brick patio idea in Chicago

Photos by Debby Evans. This property slopes from the street to a seasonal creek in the back yard. Navigating the various spaces was troublesome so we created various, natural - as well as concrete steps, crushed granite pathways, stone steps, and flagstone - travel options throughout the landscape. Updated irrigation, efficient drainage, as well as dry creek beds to catch rain water that previously had simply gone directly at the residence were added. Many diseased, dangerous (hanging over the residence) oaks were assessed by several arborists. Sadly, more than 100 (mostly scrub oaks) required removal. This changed the natural lighting to the garden, how the sun impacted the residence, and offered opportunities to plant drought tolerant trees and shrubs of both visual interest, and fitting the space. Client had quite a few Japanese Maples that had originally been volunteers from a very large maple at another residence. All have been used and are doing beautifully. Olive trees and Little Ollie shrubs were used along with Carpet Roses, Lorapetalum, several varieties of Grevellia, Crape Myrtle Natchez and Red Rocket trees and shrubs, Maiden Hair grass, Blue Fescue, Redwoods, a specimen Limelight Hydrangea, Cistus, native Redbud, Vinca, Tree Hibiscus, Tree Roses, Birch, Dogwood, Penstemon, Pittosporum, Heavenly Bamboo, Miniature Roses, Succulents, Euphorbia, Bloodgood Maple, Redtwig Maple, Podocarpus and Oleander (screening), various groundcovers, evergreen shrubs and more were selected for their ease of care, color, seasonal color, and dynamic - but not busy - plant palette. The dated deck was redone with a relocation of the stairs to go directly to the pool. with a little effort, we saved the client hundreds of dollars on lighting by shopping for knock offs of higher priced lighting. A partial retractable awning, now provides an area of shade that was previously a non-issue over the deck with the oaks. The seasonal creek was completely cleaned out, made to be deeper and wider in anticipation of the heaving 2016 rains, with large native boulders from the property. Pistache trees were strategically planted for fall color. With one neighbor, on the West side of the property, vines were planted along their chain link fence for privacy for a private garden off the master bedroom. Wood fencing provides the majority of necessary enclosures.

Elegance abounds in this stunning home situated on a pristine marsh front lot. This is an amazing opportunity to purchase a custom builders personal home with all of the bells and whistles. It is rare to find a single level home with this quality of construction and attention to detail. You will love the impressive crushed shell driveway with brick detail and double curved brick staircase to the front porch with wrought iron. Step inside and note the Tahitian Teak floors, bullnose walls, high baseboards, and heavy crown molding that you will find throughout the home. Step through the mahogany French doors to the impressive two-story foyer detailed with wall sconces and an iron chandelier. The formal living room is open with a Carrera marble surround and white mantle. CLICK MORE.... The formal dining room is highlighted with a double oval tray ceiling and arch detail entrance from each side with easy access to the Butler's pantry. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream filled with maple glazed cabinets, granite counter tops, a large island with a vegetable sink, eat at bar space, embedded porcelain dual sink, Viking refrigerator & freezer, stainless appliances, Bosch dishwasher, Wolf restaurant level dual fuel range with 6 burner, griddle, and dual ovens, an elaborate hood that vents to the exterior, Dacor wall oven and separate warming drawer, cookbook display, walk in pantry, & more. The spacious breakfast area features a built in buffet and chandelier. The family room is open to the kitchen with a fireplace with granite surround, a white mantle that is flanked by bookcases, and surround sound. French doors lead to the sunroom that has travertine floors, a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, deck access, and expansive marsh views. The luxurious master suite is detailed with a French door entry and it features beautiful views through a large bay window, a sitting area, tray ceiling, gas fireplace with travertine surround and a white mantle, surround sound, alcove detail to the master bath, walk in closet, & additional closet. The master bath is almost entirely done in travertine and features a circular dome tray ceiling and chandelier, two large vanity areas, steam shower, and oversized soaking tub. The powder bath features a large vanity with antique marble top. The other bedrooms are split from the master for privacy. Bedroom two offers a ceiling fan, large closet, and en suite bath with oversized vanity with granite, tile floor, linen closet, and a tub and shower combo with tile surround. Bedroom three has a ceiling fan, large closet, large vanity, tile floor, linen closet, and walk in shower. Step off the elevator to a drop zone with bead board detail for great organization. The true mother-in-law suite features oak floors, a living and dining room combination with a ceiling fan. The full kitchen has white cabinets with granite, Frigidaire appliances and a pantry. There are two bedrooms off of the living space and both are a great size with carpet, ceiling fans, and ample closet space. The bathroom is tiled with a pedestal sink, walk in tile shower, and laundry area. The suite also offers private access to the garage below it. Other great features include a separate garage with a 14 foot clearance that will hold a 38' RV or Boat, central vacuum, four HVAC units, two Rinnai hot water heaters, whole house generator, an elevator, 10'+ ceilings throughout the house, amazing amounts of storage, and enough garage parking for up to 11 cars!!! Beresford Hall is a prestigious, gated community located off of Clements Ferry Road. Enjoy the community deep-water dock and boat ramp, crabbing dock, infinity style salt-water swimming pool, full size basketball court, numerous play parks and 8 miles of sidewalks and nature trails. You are minutes away from Daniel Island and Mt Pleasant where you will enjoy great dining and shopping.

After a long day at the office, kick off your shoes, brush against the soft seed pod of the Dwarf Fountain Grass on your way to a dinner party with the neighbors, and enjoy the ambiance of your own private oasis. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

Cast in place concrete walls and custom waterjet metal with integrated lighting complement the architectural materiality, while providing physical and visual separation between this private modern home and the wooded public passage of the Burke Gilman Trail. Cantilevered steps float above a cascade of soft grasses and rushes. Looking out over Lake Washington from the hot tub, a combination of wood and concrete walls softened by plants contain the experience of outdoor relaxation at its finest. A crushed granite path gently curves along handcrafted stone walls containing a burst of lush planting to connect wood decking at the house with a fire pit area close to the water. Photography: Louie Jeon Photography