Gutters and downspouts are important for the health and well-being of your house. By directing roof runoff away from your foundation walls, this drainage system is your first line of defense against basement or crawl space flooding. For more information, check out: https://www.olynroofing.com/gutters-and-downspouts/

Design ideas for a mid-century modern landscaping in Los Angeles.

Inspiration for a contemporary outdoor patio shower remodel in New York

The addition of two small puppies meant some added defenses needed to be installed. This panel fence was put in to keep the curious pups safe from any unwanted guests! It also made for a beautiful back drop to the landscape in the foreground, acting as a canvas.

We have been busy in Mead - and here is another home that we re-roofed there due to hail damage. This homeowner wanted a Class IV Impact Resistant shingle. So we installed CertainTeed Northgate Max Defense Class IV shingles in the color Pewter. We also upgraded the ventilation on this house by change the turtle vents on the roof out and replacing them with ridge venting.

Ember resistant gravel replaced combustible organic mulch at the base of this well established tree. This helps protect both the tree and the home from ignition. Well established, the tree's annual trimming schedule, which includes clipping off these small shoots and keeping limbs from touching the roof and eves met insurance and LA County Fire Department standards.

Rohan Oak – The Courtier Waterproof Collection combines the beauty of real hardwood with the durability and functionality of rigid flooring. This innovative type of flooring perfectly replicates both reclaimed and contemporary hardwood floors, while being completely waterproof, durable and easy to clean. Nancontrol® Anti-Microbial Defense works to inhibit the growth and reproduction of microorganisms & bacteria – For healthy, clean floors for you & your family.

Can you imagine a more delightful place to sit? Views include a rewilded Verdugo Mountain hillside beyond the landscape's own tree canopy. The sound of birds and the gurgling water have enticed the homeowners to spend more time here. On red flag days, the cushions and wood tables come inside. The metal furnishings stay.

Comprehensive deployment of HVHZ architectural glazing on a modern Boca Raton estate. This exterior view highlights the seamless integration of full-view, NOA-approved glass garage doors and custom bronze-framed impact windows. Engineered and installed by All Hurricane Service, this system provides flawless Category 5 ballistic wind defense and vital insurance mitigation without compromising the property's bespoke, modern aesthetic.

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Small beach style white two-story wood exterior home photo in Orange County

Corradi's Shading line provides a variety of sophisticated shading options that inspire and enhance any outdoor setting. From the sleek inconspicuous casing of the highly sought after Shan Awning to the outspoken nautical elegance of the Defense Shade Sail, Corradi's Shading Systems are an essential presence in outdoor living and shading design.Corradi’s versatile screen systems are ideal for all types of commercial and residential applications including offices, restaurants, hotels or your own home patio.

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Inspiration for a timeless backyard brick patio remodel in Miami

Rohan Oak – The Courtier Waterproof Collection combines the beauty of real hardwood with the durability and functionality of rigid flooring. This innovative type of flooring perfectly replicates both reclaimed and contemporary hardwood floors, while being completely waterproof, durable and easy to clean. Nancontrol® Anti-Microbial Defense works to inhibit the growth and reproduction of microorganisms & bacteria – For healthy, clean floors for you & your family.

Trendy beige two-story house exterior photo in Miami

Corradi's Shading line provides a variety of sophisticated shading options that inspire and enhance any outdoor setting. From the sleek inconspicuous casing of the highly sought after Shan Awning to the outspoken nautical elegance of the Defense Shade Sail, Corradi's Shading Systems are an essential presence in outdoor living and shading design.Corradi’s versatile screen systems are ideal for all types of commercial and residential applications including offices, restaurants, hotels or your own home patio.

The rustic-contemporary residence was designed to blend into the environment. Designer touches, including steel-framed windows, fractured black flagstone floors, reclaimed oak walls, and tinted custom plaster designed to mimic local Aspen bark can be found throughout the home. Other highlights include a granite wood-burning fireplace, glass walls that open up to expansive terraces, a floating steel plate staircase, a surround-sound media room, and a primary sanctuary with a private rooftop garden and decks offering panoramic views.

Trickling sounds from a mid-patio waterfall and burbling from the nearby hot tub wrap the heated al fresco dining area that sit around 15-20 feet from the home. Because this home is in a high fire severity zone we recommend moving cushions and propane heaters to ember resistant storage when not in active use. This is true even though the materials sit in Zone 1 (5-30 feet from the home) and on an ember resistant brick patio.

Our introduction to the Tahoe site was in late winter, on a clear sunny day with filtered light and long shadows through snow-laden fir and pine bows. It made a strong impression, stored for future consideration but the impetus for the design came soon after the spring snow melt. A powerful sense of horizontal layering of vegetation and various stages of decomposing downed timber on the two-acre site, juxtaposed with pine and fir trees and the dense canopy of the surrounding forest. The site is located near the historic 1960 Olympic Nordic track, situated on the edge of wetlands and seasonal streams. The homeowners were previous clients and dreamt of having a retreat in the Sierras away from their home base in Berkeley, CA. Among skiers, bike riders, hikers, and boaters, they found the ideal central location for their home base near Lake Tahoe. The home is organized as a series of linked spaces, each providing a unique sensory experience and connection to different parts of the site, both vertically and horizontally. The design includes extensive use of glass to create a true indoor/outdoor connection and maximize natural light. At the center of the site are two large fir trees, which the building respectfully wraps around in an L shape to create a focal point in the landscaped courtyard. A refined, context-driven palette of natural materials including cedar, oak, fir, and steel is used to harmoniously blend in among the surroundings. The construction includes advanced details such as thermally broken steel beams supporting layered roof planes engineered to hold snow rather than shed it. Designed to resist significant load, we exposed the steel structure as a recurring element in the interior spaces. The resulting columns and support beams contribute to the familiar design aspects of each room and provide a better understanding of how the building was constructed. The second floor features cantilevered volumes that reach out into the nearby evergreen limbs, likening the experience to being in a tree house. The house incorporates features such as radiant heating, solar panels, and operable windows for passive cooling. Fire safety measures include the use of naturally fire-resistant materials, a Class A roof construction, sprinklers, and drought-tolerant landscaping beyond the defensible space.

We installed Diode LED Under Cabinet Tape Light in an aluminum channel with a frosted diffuser for a clean look above the stovetop. The channel provides additional defense from dust and debris and protects and prolongs the LED tape lights.