When we drove out to Mukilteo for our initial consultation, we immediately fell in love with this house. With its tall ceilings, eclectic mix of wood, glass and steel, and gorgeous view of the Puget Sound, we quickly nicknamed this project "The Mukilteo Gem". Our client, a cook and baker, did not like her existing kitchen. The main points of issue were short runs of available counter tops, lack of storage and shortage of light. So, we were called in to implement some big, bold ideas into a small footprint kitchen with big potential. We completely changed the layout of the room by creating a tall, built-in storage wall and a continuous u-shape counter top. Early in the project, we took inventory of every item our clients wanted to store in the kitchen and ensured that every spoon, gadget, or bowl would have a dedicated "home" in their new kitchen. The finishes were meticulously selected to ensure continuity throughout the house. We also played with the color scheme to achieve a bold yet natural feel.This kitchen is a prime example of how color can be used to both make a statement and project peace and balance simultaneously. While busy at work on our client's kitchen improvement, we also updated the entry and gave the homeowner a modern laundry room with triple the storage space they originally had. End result: ecstatic clients and a very happy design team. That's what we call a big success! John Granen.

Gabriela Fojt
Design ideas for a small tropical shade side yard stone landscaping in Miami.

This particular project actually came about in two phases. The client came to us wanting to qualify for the City of Portland's Audubon Society "Backyard Habitate Certification". Our first infrastructure of paths was crushed gravel with steel edging. Permeability was a requirement for certification... but after a year of being in the ground, the owners wanted another level of finish... and opted to add Iron Mountain Flagstone Steppers with a 1" gap, which still met the parameters of certification. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

Disappearing or Pond-less Waterfalls allow you to enjoy the look and sound of moving water without the maintenance of a pond. A waterfall is undoubtedly the most beautiful and coveted feature in a landscape. The Pond-less Waterfall has made many Texans who were previously unable to relax to the sweet sounds of falling water very happy. It's a great alternative for those who are just trying to 'get their feet wet' or looking to fit a little piece of paradise into their own backyard. If your Texas Landscape lacks the space or if you have safety concerns about a pond, then a Pond-less Waterfall is perfect for you.

Transitional kitchen featuring beaded inset doors in Crushed Ice by Decora and engineered quartz in Lusso by Silestone.
Large transitional l-shaped porcelain tile and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Miami with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

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Perennial garden with stone walk way.
Photo of a large craftsman partial sun backyard stone landscaping in Milwaukee.

Inspiration for a landscaping in New York.

Driveway lit with landscape lights. Willow pattern 12 volts LED. Bollard style light with beautiful patterns. Great for gently lighting your driveway .

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Elegant kitchen photo in Charleston

Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Patio - large traditional backyard stone patio idea in Burlington with a gazebo

A natural rock pathway winds around a beautiful garden outcrop providing lawn access to driveway and parking. Redmond, WA.
Example of a large classic backyard stone patio design in Seattle with a fire pit

Inspiration for a small modern full sun front yard brick landscaping in Sydney for summer.

This is an example of a large traditional front yard concrete paver garden path in Boise.

Curved path enticing visitors to the front door
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun front yard stone landscaping in Atlanta for spring.

Glenn Layton Homes, LLC, "Building Your Coastal Lifestyle"
Example of a mid-sized beach style beige two-story wood house exterior design in Jacksonville with a hip roof

Conceptually the Clark Street remodel began with an idea of creating a new entry. The existing home foyer was non-existent and cramped with the back of the stair abutting the front door. By defining an exterior point of entry and creating a radius interior stair, the home instantly opens up and becomes more inviting. From there, further connections to the exterior were made through large sliding doors and a redesigned exterior deck. Taking advantage of the cool coastal climate, this connection to the exterior is natural and seamless Photos by Zack Benson

Decomposed Granite path between Giant Sequoias leads to repurposed, reshaped and stained rear concrete slab. Micro-climate appropriate plants complete the picture. Photo by Ketti Kupper.