Vicenza Grigio Limestone
Large beach style backyard concrete paver patio photo with no cover

Holly Hill, a retirement home, whose owner's hobbies are gardening and restoration of classic cars, is nestled into the site contours to maximize views of the lake and minimize impact on the site. Holly Hill is comprised of three wings joined by bridges: A wing facing a master garden to the east, another wing with workshop and a central activity, living, dining wing. Similar to a radiator the design increases the amount of exterior wall maximizing opportunities for natural ventilation during temperate months. Other passive solar design features will include extensive eaves, sheltering porches and high-albedo roofs, as strategies for considerably reducing solar heat gain. Daylighting with clerestories and solar tubes reduce daytime lighting requirements. Ground source geothermal heat pumps and superior to code insulation ensure minimal space conditioning costs. Corten steel siding and concrete foundation walls satisfy client requirements for low maintenance and durability. All light fixtures are LEDs. Open and screened porches are strategically located to allow pleasant outdoor use at any time of day, particular season or, if necessary, insect challenge. Dramatic cantilevers allow the porches to project into the site’s beautiful mixed hardwood tree canopy without damaging root systems. Guest arrive by vehicle with glimpses of the house and grounds through penetrations in the concrete wall enclosing the garden. One parked they are led through a garden composed of pavers, a fountain, benches, sculpture and plants. Views of the lake can be seen through and below the bridges. Primary client goals were a sustainable low-maintenance house, primarily single floor living, orientation to views, natural light to interiors, maximization of individual privacy, creation of a formal outdoor space for gardening, incorporation of a full workshop for cars, generous indoor and outdoor social space for guests and parties.

Spencer Kent
Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in San Francisco

Design ideas for a mid-century modern landscaping in Sacramento.

Michael Klug
Example of a large classic gender-neutral light wood floor walk-in closet design in Milwaukee with dark wood cabinets

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Example of a trendy exterior home design in San Francisco

Wrought iron fencing gives any property a distinguished, traditional look that is very appealing. Used for both decoration and functionality, it is made from iron and other types of metal including steel. Wrought iron or metal fencing is worked in a variety of ways to produce a wide range of specific styles. The bars, rails and caps are combined to form a unique package.

Mountain style home design photo in Denver

Giving reclaimed barnboard new life. A blend of classic style and reclaimed materials creates an organic and stylish kitchen space. Photography by Eric Roth

Custom Surface Solutions (www.css-tile.com) - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows the remodel of a small 1950's vintage home master bathroom. 8"" x 18" Calcutta gold marble tile was used on the shower walls and floor wall base and ceramic gray penny tile on the floor. Shower includes curbless pan / floor, dual shower boxes, frameless glass slider, trough duel fixture sink and chrome fixtures.

Hummingbird inlay on front edge of integral concrete kitchen sink
Eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen photo in Seattle with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete countertops, cement tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

This home on Lake Huron had a stone stairway that required a graspable handrail for the homeowner and their guests to feel secure when moving down the stairs from the stone patio to the stone deck around the pool. The homeowner preferred the style of wrought iron railing and contacted Great Lakes Metal Fabrication for our help on their metal railing project. We created this forged steel railing to meet the desires of the wrought iron railing look for the homeowner but with the strength and security of forged steel. The forged steel scrolls in the double top area on the landscape railing with the extended lamb’s tongue ends brought function to fashion to the project.

Custom cabinetry by Eurowood Cabinets, Inc.
Beach style staircase photo in Omaha

design | Erin Carroll, Landscape Architect, Arcadia Studio photography | Kurt Jordan Photography
Beach style home design photo in Santa Barbara

Stamped concrete patio with fieldstone pattern, the darker gray border, and the curves makes this patio look amazing.
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard stamped concrete patio remodel with a fire pit and no cover

Stamped concrete patio with fieldstone pattern, the darker gray border, and the curves makes this patio look amazing.
Example of a large classic backyard stamped concrete patio design with a fire pit and no cover

MG ProPhoto
Inspiration for a large farmhouse galley medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Denver with an island, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an undermount sink and beige walls

Nick Gingold
Patio - patio idea in Orange County

Covered bench. Image by Stephen Brousseau.
Small back porch photo in Seattle with a roof extension