Limestone steps and terraces float through the gardens drawing the visitor into the landscape. A gradual approach to the house softens the steep site and strengthens the connection of the house to the street and neighbourhood. The planting, composed of a colour palette of pale blues and silvers, displays varying textures of grasses, bold architectural perennials, and the soft silvery mounds of the Lamb’s Ear that contrast beautifully against the clean lines of the steps and terraces. The back garden showcases a generous limestone terrace that blurs the lines between house and garden and an intimate dining area settled into the Oak trees. Viewed from many vantage points throughout the house, a grove of serviceberries at the back of the garden, nestled in a matrix planting of ferns and native groundcovers, provides a contemporary nod to the ravine setting and a dynamic seasonal backdrop.

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard outdoor kitchen deck remodel in Seattle with no cover

Joshua Caldwell
Example of a huge transitional u-shaped light wood floor, beige floor and exposed beam eat-in kitchen design in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands, white countertops, shaker cabinets and white cabinets

Backyard design that included multiple patio areas, 7 retaining walls, terracing and stairways down to the waterfront. Used Allan Block Europa Collection in an Abbey Blend Pattern. Wall has lighting for evening entertaining and use. Rocks were used to create an elegant waterfall on the top patio.

Nick Springett Photography
Huge trendy beige two-story stone flat roof photo in Los Angeles

This unique retaining wall design curves around the house and gently slopes down the hill.
Inspiration for a small traditional partial sun front yard brick retaining wall landscape in St Louis.

Example of a small transitional 3/4 beige tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile alcove shower design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops and white walls

Custom hardscape at pool house
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional backyard concrete patio remodel in Sacramento with no cover

Marble and hardwood combine to make this elegant Master Bathroom a show stopper! The open glass-fronted step down shower with multiple jets is simply a bonus

Photo by Eric Roth A traditional home in Beacon Hill, Boston is completely gutted and rehabbed, yet still retains its old-world charm. Here, a luxurious spa-like master bath replaces a cramped, dark bathroom. With a freestanding soaker tub, a his and hers vanity with a makeup table, and an enclosed water closet, it really has it all.

The Opulence, an ever trending rectangle pool with a custom sundeck in the shallow end provides ample space for children and adults to cool off while still catching sun rays. (The steps and sundeck span the width of the pool). This pool is enclosed with a symmetrical patio and surrounded by vibrant plant life. In addition this yard boasts a pool house with a pergola. As outdoor living is becoming a must have for New Jersey homeowners, this yard has multiple relaxing and lounging zones complementing the center of it all, the inground swimming pool.

This beautiful heritage renovated home now hosts an expansive island that can seat 6 comfortably as well as transition to a serving buffet table for a party. This kitchen hosts a 'center stage' gas range which has a quiet high efficiency fan to avoid noise-distraction. This island has achieved a large food preparation area which easily accommodates day to day family life and large groups. This island provides multiple work stations for multiple cooks. These islands have an abundance of storage behind invisible touch-latch doors. The bar fridge is seamless in this dynamic and versatile kitchen island. This kitchen also incorporates a double wall oven in white. Classy!

This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Seattle.

This Livingston, New Jersey homeowner contacted CLC Landscape Design looking for a backyard that would function as a space for their young family to relax and play while also being a space to entertain family and friends. Luckily for us, their backyard was a blank slate with little more than overgrown grass and some trees occupying the backyard. To meet both of the client's needs, a space that's functional for the family and for entertaining, we designed a backyard with multiple spaces. First, we designed a deck off the back of the house. The composite deck contains an outdoor gas firepit as well as a built-in outdoor BBQ. As you descend from the deck onto the patio, there is a hot tub near the pool. Techo-Bloc Blu 60 Smooth in shale grey was chosen for the pool patio. To go along with the architectural aesthetic of the home, we designed a rectangular vinyl-liner swimming pool with a pavilion aligned to the center axis of the pool. The pavilion includes a ceiling fan, ceiling lights, an outdoor television, and a bar. At 20' x 14', the pavilion is spacious enough for multiple chairs, outdoor sofas, and a small table. To finish off the pool area, we selected a variety of plants to provide multiple seasons of interest. Some clients are indifferent when it comes to the plant palette. Others, like this client, share our passion for plants. As such, we worked closely with the homeowner on selecting the plants. As you leave the pool area, there is a lawn area behind and next to it. We selected a spot near the pool area for a playset for the homeowner's children. It is close enough to the pool area that the parents can keep an eye on their children, but also far enough away so the adults can relax while their children play. We'd be remiss if we failed to acknowledge the exquisite taste of the homeowner in selecting all the patio and deck furniture. We love everything the homeowner selected and think it all perfectly compliments our landscape design.

Deck - coastal deck idea in Miami

Reed Brown Photography
Home design - contemporary home design idea in Nashville

Mid-sized traditional gray one-story wood gable roof idea in Boston

Bruce Damonte
Staircase - small contemporary wooden u-shaped staircase idea in San Francisco with wooden risers