Contemporary Pool and Spa design & installation in Bergen County, Northern NJ. This sleek pool installation has a custom glass water wall with a raised spa. Perfect for relaxation!

Lake Front Country Estate Summer Kitchen, designed by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling
Example of a large classic backyard stone patio design with a roof extension

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Photo: Amber Jane Barricman
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expansive covered porch with stunning lake views, features large stone fireplace, tv and a grilling station
Huge mountain style porch idea with a roof extension, decking and a bbq area

Photography by Joe Dodd
This is an example of a large contemporary partial sun backyard water fountain landscape in San Francisco for summer.

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We needed a bridge to cross the dry creek bed, so I designed a version of a Japanese yatsuhashi, or zig zag, bridge. It is clad in concrete backer board. I wanted to simulate a granite mountain plateau with a boulder peak. The client purchased the concrete lantern which perfectly complements the entrance to this woodland garden. Photo by Jay Sifford

These decks and stairs lead to the grassy backyard.
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Todd Crawford
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Tamara Alvarez
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Few materials can match the natural beauty of a newly installed wood deck and fence, which were a dramatic transformation for this small backyard patio. A paraffin treatment brings out the rich colors of ipe, a hardwood with a 30 year life expectancy. We gave the fence a contemporary twist by running the boards horizontally and varying the width, gradually thinning them as they go up. The bluestone pavers add a bit of contrast and visual interest on the patio floor. In order to save space, our clients asked us to build the planters into the fence itself, rather than resting any free-standing planters on the patio floor. This backyard is located in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood. See more garden design photos at www.amberfreda.com.

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

Great view of the outdoor fire pit area. Gas powered fire feature built into raised planter beds. Cultured stone finish adds elegance to entire outdoor room.

General Contractor: Hagstrom Builders | Photos: Corey Gaffer Photography
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