Trendy concrete screened-in porch photo in Austin with a roof extension

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Ric Johnson http://RicJPhotography.com
Example of a classic backyard deck design in Austin with a roof extension

Stylish Productions
Beach style screened-in porch idea in Baltimore with decking and a roof extension

Ema Peter
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary side yard concrete paver and rectangular infinity pool remodel in Vancouver

Huge 1950s ceramic tile kitchen/dining room combo photo in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

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Large mountain style indoor rectangular lap pool house photo in New York with decking

Luke Gibson Photography
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Retractable Screens Underdeck
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless screened-in back porch remodel in Minneapolis

Overthinking a situation isn’t always a bad thing, particularly when the home in question is one in which the past is suddenly meeting the present. Originally designed by Finnish architect Olav Hammarstrom in 1952 for fellow architect Eero Saarinen, this unique home recently received its first transformation in decades. Still in its 1950s skin, it was completely gutted, inside and out. It was a serious undertaking, as the homeowner wanted modern upgrades, while keeping an eye toward retaining the home’s 1950s charm. She had a vision for her home, and she stuck to it from beginning to end. Perched on a rise of land and overlooking the tranquil Wellfleet Herring Pond, the home initially appears split, with the guest house on the left, and the main house of the right, but both ends are connected with a breezeway. The original home’s bones were in good shape, but many upgrades and replacements were necessary to bring the house up to date. New siding, roofing, gutters, insulation and mechanical systems were all replaced. Doors and windows with metal frames were custom made by a company in Long Island that fabricates doors for office buildings. Modern heating and cooling systems were added, and the three bathrooms were all updated. The footprint of the home remained unchanged. Inside, the only expansion was more closet space. The attention to detail in retaining the 50s-style look took a lot of online searching, from handles and knobs to lighting fixtures, with bits and pieces arriving from all over the world, including a doorstop from New Zealand. The homeowner selected many of the fixtures herself, while a very detail-oriented foreman exhaustively researched as well, looking for just the right piece for each and every location. High-end appliances were purchased to modernize the kitchen and all of the old cabinetry was removed, replaced and refaced with NUVACOR, a versatile surfacing material that not only provided a sleek, modern look, but added convenience and ease of use. Bare, wood-beamed ceilings throughout give a nod to the home’s natural surroundings, while the main living area (formerly a fisherman’s cabin), with a brick fireplace, was completely trimmed in walnut, while multiple windows of varying sizes welcome sunlight to brighten the home. Here, the sheetrock ceiling with faux rafters provides an interesting and room-brightening feature. Behind the house sits the serene pond, which can now be enjoyed from the stunning new deck. Here, decking material was not laid out side by side, as it typically is but, instead, meticulously laid out on edge, creating an unusual and eye-catching effect. A railing of tempered glass panels allows unobstructed views of the surrounding natural beauty, and keeps consistent with the open, airy feel of the place. A new outdoor shower is accessible via the deck and left open to the wilderness and the pond below, completing the bold yet sophisticated feeling of this retro-modern home.

Craig Westerman
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard deck remodel in Baltimore with a fire pit and a roof extension

Legacy Collection preserves the beauty of hand-crafted hardwood flooring in an outdoor decking material. With the appearance of hand-scraped hardwood that is unique from any other decking, this timeless style will adapt to any decor from rustic and relaxed to elegant and modern. TimberTech's Legacy Collection is a line of capped composites that elevates your outdoor lifestyle - and scratch, stain and fade resistance, to a whole new level. Capped with a protective polymer shell, Legacy Collection is inspired by nature, improved by science and backed by an additional 25 Year Fade and Stain Warranty for total peace of mind.

Foster Associates, Architects
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown backsplash, a single-bowl sink, solid surface countertops, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

This job was a huge group effort with multiple moving parts. We came in and completed the huge deck that stretched across the entire house. Timberline patio covers came in and built two matching gable style patio covers with lights and ceiling fans. Then Undercover Systems wrapped the job up by installing their under deck ceiling system across the entire bottom of the deck. This gave the job a nice finished look they now use the space it for weddings and events.

Hugh Lofting Timber Framing (HLTF) manufactured and installed the Southern Yellow Pine glued-laminated (glulams) beams and the Douglas Fir lock deck T&G in this modern house in Centreville, MD. HLTF worked closely with Torchio Architects to develop the steel connection designs and the overall glulam strategy for the project. Photos by: Steve Buchanan Photography

TCM Photography
Classic porch idea in Other with a fire pit

Allison Cartwright
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool remodel in Austin with decking

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Large classic screened-in back porch idea in Cedar Rapids with decking and a roof extension