Backyard Landscaping
Inspiration for a large southwestern partial sun courtyard stone retaining wall landscape in Phoenix for summer.

Nestled up against a private enlave this desert custom home take stunning views of the stunning desert to the next level. The sculptural shapes of the unique geological rocky formations take center stage from the private backyard. Unobstructed Troon North Mountain views takes center stage from every room in this carefully placed home.

John Granen
Example of a minimalist master light wood floor bedroom design with white walls

This loggia is the perfect outdoor space to relax and enjoy the Florida weather with friends and family. From the thoughtfully designed landscaping bringing a green wallscape to my signature use of Moroccan desert lanterns. Michael Taylor furniture flanks the space as a #laverne bronze table centers the room.

A natural oasis, the centre of the garden, the Wadi Oasis is a self-contained eco-system that creates shade.

This unique project has heavy Asian influences due to the owner’s strong connection to Indonesia, along with a Mountain West flare creating a unique and rustic contemporary composition. This mountain contemporary residence is tucked into a mature ponderosa forest in the beautiful high desert of Flagstaff, Arizona. The site was instrumental on the development of our form and structure in early design. The 60 to 100 foot towering ponderosas on the site heavily impacted the location and form of the structure. The Asian influence combined with the vertical forms of the existing ponderosa forest led to the Flagstaff House trending towards a horizontal theme.

Mid-sized tuscan white one-story stucco exterior home photo in Los Angeles

Entryway - entryway idea in Phoenix

Customer had always wanted a drought resistant landscaping, and head unsuccessfully attempted it on his own two years prior. We started with an area completely overgrown with Bermuda and dead plants. We built a dry river bed through the center, and planted an Olive tree and Palo Verde tree. The orange of the coral aloe and the scent of the Mexican sage is a delight to the senses.

This residence is a renovation of a traditional landscape into a contemporary garden. Custom contemporary steel planters complement the steel detailing on the home and offer an opportunity to highlight unique native plant species. A large front yard living space offers easy socialization with this active neighborhood. The spectacular salvaged 15ft Organ Pipe Cactus grabs your eye as you enter the residence and anchors the contemporary garden. The back terrace has been designed to create inviting entertainment areas that overlook the golf course as well as protected private dining areas. A large family gathering spot is nestled between the pool and centered around the concrete fire pit. The relaxing spa has a negative edge that falls as a focal point towards the master bedroom. A secluded private dining area off of the kitchen incorporates a steel louver wall that can be opened and closed providing both privacy from adjacent neighbors and protection from the wind. Masses of succulents and cacti reinforce the structure of the home. Project Details: Architect: PHX Architecture Landscape Contractor: Premier Environments Photography: Sam Rosenbaum

Southwest formal and enclosed living room photo in Phoenix with white walls, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace

Example of a mountain style exterior home design in Austin

Casual Eclectic Elegance defines this 4900 SF Scottsdale home that is centered around a pyramid shaped Great Room ceiling. The clean contemporary lines are complimented by natural wood ceilings and subtle hidden soffit lighting throughout. This one-acre estate has something for everyone including a lap pool, game room and an exercise room.

This unique project has heavy Asian influences due to the owner’s strong connection to Indonesia, along with a Mountain West flare creating a unique and rustic contemporary composition. This mountain contemporary residence is tucked into a mature ponderosa forest in the beautiful high desert of Flagstaff, Arizona. The site was instrumental on the development of our form and structure in early design. The 60 to 100 foot towering ponderosas on the site heavily impacted the location and form of the structure. The Asian influence combined with the vertical forms of the existing ponderosa forest led to the Flagstaff House trending towards a horizontal theme.

Toll Brothers Design Studio in Illinois. Photo by Jola Jablonska
Transitional freestanding desk medium tone wood floor study room photo in Chicago with gray walls

Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in New York

Wayne Suggs
Southwest terra-cotta tile living room photo in Austin with beige walls and a corner fireplace

Nestled up against a private enlave this desert custom home take stunning views of the stunning desert to the next level. The sculptural shapes of the unique geological rocky formations take center stage from the private backyard. Unobstructed Troon North Mountain views takes center stage from every room in this carefully placed home.

This loggia is the perfect outdoor space to relax and enjoy the Florida weather with friends and family. From the thoughtfully designed landscaping bringing a green wallscape to my signature use of Moroccan desert lanterns. Michael Taylor furniture flanks the space as a #laverne bronze table centers the room.