Example of a large classic backyard balcony deck design in Minneapolis with no cover

Tuscan backyard patio photo in San Francisco with a fire pit and no cover

Beautiful French inspired home in the heart of Lincoln Park Chicago. Rising amidst the grand homes of North Howe Street, this stately house has more than 6,600 SF. In total, the home has seven bedrooms, six full bathrooms and three powder rooms. Designed with an extra-wide floor plan (21'-2"), achieved through side-yard relief, and an attached garage achieved through rear-yard relief, it is a truly unique home in a truly stunning environment. The centerpiece of the home is its dramatic, 11-foot-diameter circular stair that ascends four floors from the lower level to the roof decks where panoramic windows (and views) infuse the staircase and lower levels with natural light. Public areas include classically-proportioned living and dining rooms, designed in an open-plan concept with architectural distinction enabling them to function individually. A gourmet, eat-in kitchen opens to the home's great room and rear gardens and is connected via its own staircase to the lower level family room, mud room and attached 2-1/2 car, heated garage. The second floor is a dedicated master floor, accessed by the main stair or the home's elevator. Features include a groin-vaulted ceiling; attached sun-room; private balcony; lavishly appointed master bath; tremendous closet space, including a 120 SF walk-in closet, and; an en-suite office. Four family bedrooms and three bathrooms are located on the third floor. This home was sold early in its construction process. Nathan Kirkman

Designed By: Robby & Lisa Griffin Photos By: Desired Photo
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor drop-in bathtub remodel in Houston with dark wood cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and beaded inset cabinets

Example of a large classic backyard deck design with a roof extension

Glenn Layton Homes, Jacksonville Beach, Florida. HGTV Smart Home 2013
Large island style wooden u-shaped cable railing staircase photo in Jacksonville with blue walls and tile risers

Jim Fuhrmann, Beinfield Architecture PC
Mid-sized country light wood floor home yoga studio photo in New York with white walls

When we began the brainstorming process for this project, we wanted everyone's input - down to this family's 12-year-old son. We all fell in love with his sketch of a soccer field, and the rest is history. He didn't stop there, though. This enclosed seating area for Dad - quite possibly the best feature of the space - was his idea too!

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hillside enclave | spa inspired living spaces. coy ponds | classic wood barrel soaking tub | coastal views. natural warm materials | re-use of antique balinese wood panel. Photography ©Ciro Coelho/ArchitecturalPhoto.com

Example of a trendy deck design in DC Metro with a bbq area

A composite second story deck built by Masterdecks with an under deck ceiling installed by Undercover Systems. This deck is topped off with cable railing with hard wood top cap. Cable railing really allows you to save the view and with this house bing right on the water it is a great option.

Gregg Krogstad Photography
Example of a mid-sized beach style brown two-story exterior home design in Seattle

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These barn doors open on to the porch. Reclaimed lumber from Vintage Lumber Sales. Carolina Timberworks installed all beams.
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Lush plantings surround the pavers that curve and lead to the pool area. Beyond that is the lawn and tucked away in the trees are the accessory building, sport court, and outdoor shower. Throughout the landscape, we mixed formality with touches of whimsy -- spiral topiary boxwood, bright dashes of colorful flowers, contrasting textures. When we teamed up with this young family for a renovation, we created an outdoor space satisfying the needs of all the members of their family.

Partially recessed stainless steel spa with tile trim in this compact, San Fransisco backyard. Landscape design by Katharine Webster.
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Dan Cutrona
Balcony - coastal balcony balcony idea in Boston